As a direct care worker, you should prioritize which of the following tasks in an emergency situation?

In an emergency situation, the priority is always to ensure the client's safety. This involves assessing the immediate threats to the client's well-being and taking necessary actions to protect them from harm. The fundamental role of a direct care worker is to provide support and care to clients, and this becomes even more critical during emergencies when clients may be vulnerable.

Ensuring the client's safety may involve physically moving them to a safer location, administering first aid if necessary, or calling for emergency medical assistance. By focusing on the client’s safety first, you minimize potential risks and create a secure environment for them until further help can arrive or the situation stabilizes.

While tasks such as contacting your supervisor, collecting paperwork, and cleaning up can be important in different contexts, they should not take precedence over the immediate safety of the client during an emergency. The direct care worker’s responsibility is to prioritize the health and safety of those under their care above all else.