Apprentice Learning Log

Learning Log

Date:13/10/24

Time: 18:00 – 21:00

Title of Learning: Special Senses

As a nursing associate student, learning about the special senses has deepened my understanding of how the body interacts with its surrounding. the special senses include vision, hearing, taste, smell, and balance. each sense plays a vital role in how we perceive the world for example, the eyes allow us to see, the ears help us hear and our sense of smell is closely linked to taste. knowing how this senses work gives me a better understanding of patients may experience the world. especially when one or more senses are affected.

theses senses are connected to the nervous system, for example the eyes and ears send signals to the brain through specific pathways allowing us to know what we see and hear. as a nursing associate student, it is important for me to understand these connections especially when caring for patients with sensory impairments like loss of vision or hearing difficulties. being able to explain these changes to patients or recognizing early signs of sensory problems will help me provide better care and support.

studying the special senses has highlighted the importance of these systems in maintaining a person’s quality of life. i will apply this knowledge to help patients manage and adapt to any changes in their senses, ensuring they receive the quality of care and assistance in maintaining their independence.

Knowledge

K 1-20, 24, 30, 33,  36, 39-41, 43

Skill

S 1, 5, 7-9 ,13-16, 35

Behaviour

B 1-3