YOUNG CARER INDICATOR

An indication of whether a child or young person (PATIENT) has a caring role for an ill or disabled parent, Carer or sibling.

Format / Length

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National Codes

Code Description
Y
Yes - PATIENT has a caring role for an ill or disabled parent, Carer or sibling
N
No - PATIENT does not have a caring role for an ill or disabled parent, Carer or sibling
Z
Not Stated ( PATIENT asked but declined to provide a response)

Default Codes

Code Description
X
Not known whether the PATIENT is a young Carer

Also Known As

This Data Element is also known by these names:

Context Alias
Plural YOUNG CARER INDICATORS