Cassandra's Compass
Clinical Reference Hub
A unified index of evidence-based clinical references — dementia medications, wound care, infection control, continence, dysphagia, and physical therapies. Each topic now lives on its own dedicated page.
All content in Cassandra’s Compass is based on Australian legislation, Aged Care Quality Standards, and evidence-based clinical guidelines. However, each employer’s policies and procedures can differ significantly — even when all organisations follow the same law.
Your specific workplace documentation, facility protocols, and individual care plans always take precedence. Before performing any care task, administering medications, or responding to a clinical situation — always refer to your employer’s specific policies and consult the person’s individual care plan.
Clinical note: The information provided here reflects Australian legislation and evidence-based guidelines. Your facility’s specific clinical protocols, formularies, and care plans take legal and operational precedence. Always follow your employer’s policies first.
When in doubt — ask your supervisor. That is never a weakness. It is professionalism.
Select a topic below to open its full clinical reference. All content is APA 7th edition cited and evidence-based. These references support learning and do not replace clinical assessment or your facility's current policies.
Medications & Wound Care Reference
Comprehensive guide to dementia medications, pharmacy items, and wound dressings with estimated costs.
Aged Care Staff plan requiredWound Care & Skin Conditions
Pressure injuries, venous ulcers, skin tears, scabies, shingles, skin cancer, cellulitis — with visual identification guides.
Aged Care Staff plan requiredInfection Control
Standard precautions, PPE, transmission-based precautions, bloodborne diseases, vaccination, outbreak management, and restraint law.
Aged Care Staff plan requiredContinence Care
Evidence-based continence management — assessment, products, government subsidies, dignity and person-centred care.
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Dysphagia & Thickeners (IDDSI)
Swallowing difficulties, the IDDSI framework, food and fluid thickeners, and safe mealtime practices.
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Physical Therapies & Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, complementary therapies, and pain rehabilitation.
Family Carer plan requiredEducational content only. This hub consolidates evidence-based clinical references — all citations conform to APA 7th Edition. © Cassandra's Compass 2026.
Evidence-based care is the bridge between compassion and competence — giving the person in front of you the very best we know how to offer, grounded in research, delivered with heart.
— Cassandra's Compass
Verified against official sources on 30 September 2026