Reflection is very important in clinical practice. Each of us has the desire to be successful and that can be achieved by learning every day from our work experiences. In this way, we can reconsider and rethink our previous understanding and add to our knowledge base so as to improve our practice. Learning new skills does not stop with the completion of formal education; it must become second nature to all professionals as they continue their professional development throughout their careers (Jasper, 2006).
In keeping within current legislation on the protection and respect of an individuals’ right of anonymity, (Polit and Beck 2007), and to confidentiality, (Munhall 2007), any and all possible identifiable characteristics of the client have either been altered or omitted entirely where the potential for identification of the client was seen as possible or probable. I shall refer to the patient whom I worked with as "Missy" however, due to the aforementioned the gender of the client should not be deemed as either factual or an alteration.
Missy was labeled as “hard to handle”, a “bell ringer” and “non-compliant” by the fellow nursing staff. Missy had suffered from a life long struggle with mental illness and was currently experiencing a hurdle with her mental status. Her history included multiple hospital visits related to mental health, falls, joint replacement surgeries, infections, and much more. Missy was over weight, difficult to assess and lacked personal hygiene interest. Often times, it was very difficult to communicate with as her as her mental illness caused barriers and blind spots. Missy’s thoughts jumped around in her mind and it was difficult for her to focus on one thing at a time when interacting with other...
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The person’s care I have chosen to analyse is that of a 65 year old female, for the purpose of confidentiality she will immediately be known throughout as Mary (NMC 2008). Mary was admitted to the continuing care unit where I was placed. Although Mary had come into the unit as a new admission, she has been known by the trust the unit resides in for over 10 years. Mary has only one known relative, her next of kin whom was married to her deceased brother. Mary was admitted as an informal patient, meaning she had not been sectioned under the Mental Health Act (1983). She was also deemed as having full capacity in regard to the Mental Health Capacity Act (2005).
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Introduction The purpose of this report is to compare and contrast two different nursing research articles. The report will critique and evaluate two qualitative studies, one being an original research report and the second being a review paper. The scope of comparison and contrast will include research design, theories or conceptual models, how the research was conducted, analysis and reporting of research data, usefulness of the research, and a conclusion. Selection of Research Interest Area
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In accordance with the 2002 Nursing and Midwifery Council, the clients' details and placement setting has not been disclosed in order to maintain confidentiality.
Nursing research is a systematic enquiry that seeks to add new nursing knowledge to benefit patients, families and communities. It encompasses all aspects of health that are of interest to nursing, including promotion of health, prevention of illness, care of people of all ages during illness and recovery (or) towards a peaceful and dignified death (ICN 2009)
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The ability to become reflective in practice has become a necessary skill for health professionals. This is to ensure that health professionals are continuing with their daily learning and improving their practice. Reflective practice plays a big part in healthcare today and is becoming increasingly noticed.
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Help improved my clinical skills and professional development, made me proactive and thus have learnt that reflection is an important tool for student nurse to improve on their practice.
Nursing research is a growing field in which individuals within the profession can contribute a variety of skills and experiences to the science of nursing care. According to Polit and Beck (2013), nursing research is: systematic inquiry designed to develop knowledge about issues of importance to nurses, including nursing practice, nursing education, and nursing administration. (p. 4)