Subjective Objective Assessment Paper

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In this video, the supervisor talks to a student, Jo, about problems arising during clinical placement. The supervisor appears to have used the Subjective Objective Assessment Plan1 format to plan her intervention. She has collected subjective data from ward staff indicating a lack of empathy with patients. She has gathered objective information on specific instances of behaviours2 to assess the problem, develop an action plan, and then implement it. A mismatch1 exists between Jo’s values and expectations of clinical placement, and those of the staff, patients and supervisor. Jo values learning, knowledge, academic achievement, and research. She is not oriented towards the patients’ experience, and lacks empathy.3 She believes the placement is progressing well, and sees no reason for the meeting. She shows poor When Jo asks for an appropriate timeframe, the supervisor asks what she thinks, whether the amount of time will be same for everyone, and how she could ascertain what was appropriate for individuals. Jo identifies that, while Mrs Phillips answered questions, she often looked away, and said she was tired. Asked for other approaches leading to better outcomes3 for both Jo and Mrs Phillips, Jo identifies that she could have asked if there was a better time, or seen her more often for shorter periods. The supervisor prompts Jo to consider the amount of information she gave Mrs Phillips, and how she could have managed better. Jo identifies asking if she wanted it, providing write information, and giving her websites. The supervisor reinforces this approach empowers

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