Assignment 1 Communication in Healtcare

Assignment 1 Communication in Healtcare

Maseray Sia Carlos

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School of Nursing and Midwifery, Edith Cowan University

Unit code and title [NUM1102 Communication Skills for Nurses and Midwives]

Lecturer: Dr. Sheridan Read

Due date 15 Augest, 2024

Word count includes in-text references and excludes end-text references 700

Discuss two key benefits that the use of reflective practice might provide for nurses, (and or healthcare students, and or healthcare professionals) within the healthcareAccording to Ntho (2020), [You attempted to start a paragraph with an in-text citation. This distorts the paragraph structure as it is missing a clear topic sentence which is supposed to introduce the paragraphs main idea. Also, it is not correct to start a paragraph with an in-text citation. Instead, you need to begin with a clear topic sentence. Thereafter, you include supporting sources, explanation and conclude. In other words, your paragraph should follow the TEEL (Topic sentence, Evidence, Explanation, Linking sentence) structure.] reflective practice is the systematic approach where individuals critically analyse their actions, experiences and the decision-making process to foster continuous improvement as well as personal growth. For nurses and healthcare students as well as healthcare professionals reflected yields numerous benefits, significantly the announcement of clinical skills and the improvement operation outcome

Enhancing clinical skills

As per Wallace et al. (2021), [This is another example of a place where the paragraph needs a clear topic sentence. Youy neeed to make sure you have a clear topic sentence for each paragraph.] the primary benefit of reflective practice is enhancement of the clinical skills. This highlights the engagement of reflective practice within healthcare professionals for regularly assessing their experiences and actions. The introspection also allows them to identify the areas of strength and opportunities for relevant improvement. On the contrary [You are missing a comma which is supposed to be placed after these introductory words. Commas should be placed after introductory words.] Antn-Solanas et al. (2021), state reflecting practice can also help in enhancing critical thinking with problem-solving abilities. In the healthcare setting professionals consider the different aspects of the practice such as approach to the patient care and the decision-making process or response to complex situations. Ntho (2020), [You have an unnecessary comma betweeen a noun and verb. Commas should not be placed between nouns and verbs.] states that it helps in gaining deeper insights into their clinical competencies. The ongoing evaluation and adjustment enable them to refine the techniques by adopting the practises that are evidence-based more effectively.

Improvement of patient outcome

Diaz et al. (2021) state, that [Remember, as indicated previouslsy, you cannot begin a paragraph with an in-text citation. Rather, begin a paragraph with a clear topic sentence.] reflective practice, plays a crucial role in improving the patient outcome. In the healthcare scenario, professionals reflect on the interaction with the patients for a better understanding of approaches, impact on patient experiences and the outcome. For instance, the nurse can reflect on the situation where the concerns of the patient or not adequately addressed leading to the review of the communication practises (Antn-Solanas et al., 2021). Recognising the shortcomings, the nurse can modify their approach to ensure future interaction is more empathetic as well as responsive. On the additional scale, a practice encourages culture for continuous learning as well as adaptation. Adversely Diaz et al. (2021), state, [This section of the sentence is not clear. First, what does Adversly mean here? Also, you have unnecessary commas before and after the verb state. What idea are you presenting here? Review and use clear wording in your sentences.] that healthcare professionals are to engage in regular reflection to stay updated with the latest practice guidelines and the research material. The adaptability helps implement new and effective interventions, contributing to better patient care and enhanced outcomes.

Discuss two key limitations related to the use of reflective practice for nurses, (and or healthcare students, and or healthcare professionals within healthcare)Reflective practice is a valuable tool for healthcare, students, nurses and professional professionals in significant contexts for personal and professional development (Wallace et al., 2021). [You have a short paragraph comprising two sentences. Avoid one or two sentence paragraphs. Instead, use robust paragraphs of at least three sentences.] However, there are certain limitations, post the self-examination and the critical analysis of actions and experiences in maintaining the positive outcomes

Cheng et al. (2020) suggest [Rather than analysing authors, focus on themes. Then, use the sources of information to support your ideas.] despite the advantages of reflecting practice in the healthcare setting the significant limitation is the time-consuming process. The high-paid and stressful environment in healthcare is not suitable for finding the time to engage with meaningful reflection which can be a challenging task. Khoiriyati & [This deviates from the correct APA 7 referencing style. For narrative in-text citations, for two authors, the word and is used like this: Harrison and Richardson (2021) presented Check your refrencing style guide as you revise.] Sari (2022) highlight that nurses and healthcare professionals, frequently face heavy workloads, tight schedules, and constant demands on their time. This results in the reflective activities that are being deprived, all conducted superficially, rather than through experimentation. The benefits are being diminished, leading to incomplete or less impactful self-assessment. On the contrary, Tuomikoski et al. (2020) state, [This is another instance of an unnecesssary comma. Make sure you place commas onlt where they are needed so that you do not disrupt the natural flow of sentences.] that reflection helps in gaining improvement in patient communication and procedural techniques based on real-world experiences. This can be undertaken to increase proficiency and competency within the specific roles. Enhanced clinical studies directly translate the better patient care with the professionals being more adaptable to addressing complex cases and delivering high-quality interventions.

Another significant limitation of reflective practice is the influence of bias or lack of objectivity. As per Cheng et al. (2020), self-reflection is inherently involved in personal judgement that can be skewed by individual biases, emotions the preconceptions. It also highlights the healthcare professional overlooking the shortcomings or attributing challenges only to external factors rather than considering their role within outcomes. Vabo et al. (2022) highlight a lack of objectivity, hindering, genuine, self-improvement and preventing the identification of critical areas needing development. Furthermore, it also states that without structure, guidance the support, individuals can struggle to engage in effective reflection meetings due to the inconsistency of valuable insights. Adversely Khoiriyati & Sari (2022), state, [This is agian unclear. Refer to my previous comment. Make sure you use words that are clear and appropriate for the context. Also, do not end a paragraph with an in-text citation. After this sentence, add a clear concluding sentence.] the mitigation of issues, essentially in reflective practice that is to be supported by the framework of mentorship, and peer feedback, ensuring reflections that are comprehensive and conducive to meaningful professional growth.

Reference [You mispelt the title. Instead, the plural form References is used.]

Antn-Solanas, I., Tambo-Lizalde, E., Hamam-Alcober, N., Vanceulebroeck, V., Dehaes, S., Kalkan, I., ... & Hurcanos-Esparza, I. (2021). Nursing students experience of learning cultural competence. PLoS One, 16 [There are inconsistencies in your reference list entries. In this case, check how you would reference 20 or more authors. Also, journal names and volume numners are italicised. Check your APA 7 referencing style guide.] (12), e0259802. https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0259802Cheng, Y. C., Huang, L. C., Yang, C. H., & Chang, H. C. (2020). Experiential learning program to strengthen self-reflection and critical thinking in freshmen nursing students during COVID-19: A quasi-experimental study. International journal of environmental research and public health, 17 [Remember, for APA 7, journal names and volume numbers are italicised.] (15), 5442. https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/15/5442Diaz, K., Staffileno, B. A., & Hamilton, R. (2021). Nursing student experiences in turmoil: A year of the pandemic and social strife during final clinical rotations. Journal of Professional Nursing, 37 [Remember to check that you are correctly referencing journal articles and other entries in this list correctly. Cross-check all your references correctly with the help of your universitys APA 7 referencing style guide.] (5), 978-984. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8564681/Khoiriyati, A., & Sari, N. K. (2022). Reflective Practice on Nursing Students: A Qualitative Study. INDONESIAN NURSING JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND CLINIC (INJEC), 6(2), 201-209. https://injec.aipni-ainec.org/index.php/INJEC/article/download/391/382Ntho, T. A. (2020). Reinforcement of an under-graduate peer-group clinical mentoring programme in nursing (Doctoral dissertation, North-West University (South-Africa)).

Tuomikoski, A. M., Ruotsalainen, H., Mikkonen, K., & Kriinen, M. (2020). Nurses' experiences of their competence at mentoring nursing students during clinical practice: a systematic review of qualitative studies. Nurse education today, 85, 104258. https://oulurepo.oulu.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/28686/nbnfi-fe202002104936.pdf?sequence=1Vabo, G., Sletteb, ., & Fossum, M. (2022). Nursing students professional identity development: an integrative review. Nordic Journal of Nursing Research, 42(2), 62-75. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/20571585211029857

Wallace, S., Schuler, M. S., Kaulback, M., Hunt, K., & Baker, M. (2021, July). Nursing student experiences of remote learning during the COVID19 pandemic. In Nursing forum (Vol. 56, No. 3, pp. 612-618). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8250930/

Title of Assignment

Student name [e.g., Justine Maldon]

Student number [e.g., 12345678]

School of Nursing and Midwifery, Edith Cowan University

Unit code and title [e.g., NUM1102 Communication Skills for Nurses and Midwives]

Lecturer [e.g., Dr Sheridan Read]

Due date [e.g., June 28, 2024]

Word count includes in-text references and excludes end-text references [e.g., 1498 words]

Title of Assignment [Heading 1]

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Interview Techniques [Heading 1]

Body Language [Heading 2]

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Empathy [Heading 2]

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Conclusion [Heading 1]

ReferencesAustralian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. (2017).National safety and quality health service standards(2nd ed.).

https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/sites/default/files/migrated/National-Safety-and-Quality-Health-Service-Standards-second-edition.pdfFerguson, C. (2013). It's time for the nursing profession to leverage social media.Journal of Advanced Nursing,69(4), 745-747. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.12036Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. (2016). Registered nurse standards for practice. https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/codes-guidelines-statements/professional-standards/registered-nurse-standards-for-practice.aspxPeck, J. L. (2014). Social media in nursing education: Responsible integration for meaningful use. Journal of Nursing Education, 53(3), 164-169. https://doi.org/10.3928/01484834-20140219-03Phillips, J. (2011). Social media and health care: An interactive future. British Journal of Community Nursing, 16(10), 504.

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