Cassandra's Compass
On Duty Now
50 real clinical scenarios — clinical emergencies, wound care, dementia behaviours, BPSD & ABC charting, WHS rights, infection control, restraint, privacy & confidentiality, and what to do when you don't know where to start.
Emergency? Call 000 immediately.
This resource provides clinical guidance support — it is not a substitute for clinical judgement. Always escalate to your Registered Nurse or supervisor for any clinical concern.
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 scenario below that matches what you are facing right now. Your compass will open a step-by-step guide with exactly what to do — including your legal obligations, who to call, and what to document. Designed for nurses, personal care workers, community care workers, students, and family carers working alone or as part of a team.
Evidence-based content informed by ACQSC, ACSQHC, Safe Work Australia, and Dementia Australia.
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This content is for educational purposes only and does not replace clinical policies, facility protocols, or professional judgement. Always follow your employer's policies and procedures. Content is informed by ACQSC, ACSQHC, Safe Work Australia, and Dementia Australia guidelines. — Cassandra's Compass, 2026
References
Current peer-reviewed literature · APA 7th Edition
- [1]Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre, University of Tasmania. (2023). Understanding dementia MOOC — Behavioural and psychological symptoms module. University of Tasmania.View source
- [2]Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. (2024). Psychotropic medicines in cognitive disability or impairment clinical care standard. ACSQHC.View source
- [3]Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. (2025). Aged Care Quality Standards — Standard 5: Clinical care. ACQSC.View source
- [4]Dementia Australia. (2024). Behaviours of concern (BPSD). Dementia Australia.View source
- [5]Australian Resuscitation Council. (2024). ANZCOR guidelines. Australian Resuscitation Council.View source
- [6]Safe Work Australia. (2024). Work health and safety. Safe Work Australia.View source
Note: This information is for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals for diagnosis and treatment decisions. Content is informed by evidence-based Australian and international guidelines.
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Behaviour is communication. When words are gone, the body still speaks. Our role is to listen.
— Cassandra's Compass, BPSD Framework
Verified against official sources on 1 October 2026