Kolbs Reflection Model Analysis

Part A of this essay was to establish a partnership with the resident to enable the collection of subjective and objective data obtained from holistic assessment of Te wheke. By collating the information assisted in the identification of 2 actual problems and 2 potential problems that may or will inhibit the residents quality of life. Client centred nursing care plans were formulated to create smart goals, interventions, evidence based rationales and effective evaluations for each intervention. To protect the privacy of the resident and their personal information there are no names or organisations mentioned (NCNZ.2012). Furthermore,Part B the reflection part of this essay will describe an experience and using the Kolbs reflection model will outline how critical thinking, problem solving skills and knowledge will enable future nursing practice.

I am writing this reflection because of an incident that happened during activity time. When a resident became upset saying she has chest pain and cant breath. The resident was able to take herself to her

In order for me to calm the resident I felt that objective information had assisted the resident to calm down. The use of the nursing process and critical thinking assisted me to inform the resident about the incident and the diagnosis from a general practitioner as per their file. Positive aspects which have emerged from this experience was my ability to remain calm and think quickly to obtain data about the pain. An improvement could be for the RN to slow down and take the time to speak clearly and slowly for the resident to understand information. I feel that the incident was a great learning experience to practice my nursing process and critical thinking. I do feel that I need to keep practicing these skills to ensure effective response to future