Arthritis Risk Assessment (QMS-F054)

ARTHRITIS RISK ASSESSMENT (QMS-F054)

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Document Ref: QMS-F054 (Arthritis Risk Assessment)
Version: 1.0
Confidentiality Level: HIGH (Medical Records)
CQC Alignment: Effective (Assessing Needs)

Service User Full Name

Service User ID Number

Operating Local Authority

Care Funding & Financial Arrangements

SECTION 1 - Diagnostic Baseline & Affected Areas

Primary Arthritis Diagnosis

Primary Affected Joints (Select all that apply):

Hands / Fingers

Wrists

Elbows

Shoulders

Neck / Spine

Hips

Knees

Ankles / Feet

SECTION 2 - Impact on Daily Living (ADLs)

Dexterity Limitations (Upper Body):

Unable to grip small items (e.g., cutlery, pens)

Unable to manage buttons or zips on clothing

Unable to open jars or bottles

Unable to reach arms above head

No upper body limitations identified

Mobility Limitations (Lower Body):

Difficulty standing up from a chair

Difficulty managing stairs

Unable to weight-bear for longer than 5 minutes

High risk of joint giving way (Fall risk)

No lower body limitations identified

Morning Stiffness Impact

SECTION 3 - Flare-ups & Pain Management

Frequency of Flare-ups

Physical Pain Relief Strategies

Application of prescribed topical anti-inflammatory creams (Must be on MAR chart)

Use of heat pads / Hot water bottle (WARNING

Use of cold packs / Ice

Assisting with prescribed exercises (Must have formal OT/Physio care plan)

Use of splints or joint supports

Ensuring warm ambient room temperature

SECTION 4 - Risk Control & Sign-off

Specific Instructions for Care Workers

Assessor Name

Date of Assessment

Mutima Care is currently working towards CQC registration and is not yet delivering regulated personal care activities.

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