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Self-care
The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.
Suspected (cause of death)
To have an idea or impression of the cause of death without certain proof.
Suspected (infectious disease)
To have an idea or impression of the presence of an infectious disease without certain proof such as laboratory confirmation.
Therapeutic intervention
An intentional interaction(s) or event(s) which is expected to contribute to a positive outcome for a person, which is selected on the basis of their identified needs, and which is underpinned by an informed understanding of the potential impact and value of the interaction/event involved.
Transfer
To move someone or something from one place, vehicle, person, or group to another.
Activities of daily living (ADLs)
Those skills required to manage one's basic physical needs, including personal hygiene or grooming, dressing, toileting, transferring or ambulating, and eating.
Activity
Something that is done for the purposes of enjoyment or therapeutic benefit.
Autism spectrum disorder
A neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave.
Communication difficulty
An issue which inhibits the ability of a person to communicate with others.
Complex needs
Two or more needs affecting a person's physical, mental social or financial wellbeing that requires additional care and support on a daily basis.
Deaf
Unable to hear, either completely or partly.
Dementia
A group of symptoms caused by a range of organic disorders that affect the brain.