Date: 08/01/2025
Time: 09:30am – 04:30pm
Title: Digestive System / Referencing
I learnt about the functions of digestive system, the different components responsible for digestion which include the alimentary canal and the accessory organs. I also learnt about the steps of digestion starting from the mouth and ending at the anus and some common issues related to digestive system.
Understanding the digestive system is crucial because digestive health affects overall well-being. Being familiar with common digestive problems allows me monitor and respond appropriately for example recognising signs of dehydration in patients with diarrhoea or knowing when to escalate concerns about chronic constipation.
Moving forward, I will continue studying the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system including how diseases like gastroenteritis affects the system. I will also apply the knowledge in critical practice by assisting patients with feeding, monitoring their intake and output, and reporting digestive issues to the nurse in charge.
At the later hours of the day, we discussed about my assignment, using the Gibbs model of reflection we talked about each heading starting from the description, feelings, evaluation, analysis, conclusion, action and most especially referencing.
Referencing plays a crucial role in academic writing. Poor or incorrect referencing can result in loss of marks, or even failure in assignment. To improve my referencing skills, I will attend more referencing workshops to strengthen my understanding of proper citation techniques and use referencing tools to help manage and format citations consistently.
KSBs addressed
K4: Understanding the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice
K9: Understand the aims and principles of health promotion, protection and improvement and the prevention of ill health when engaging with people
K16: Understand body systems and homeostasis, human anatomy and physiology, biology, genomics, pharmacology, social and behavioural sciences as applied to delivery of care
S4: Take responsibility for continuous self- reflection, seeking and responding to support and feedback to develop professional knowledge and skills
S7: Communicate effectively using a range of skills and strategies with colleagues and people at all stages of life and with a range of mental, physical, cognitive and behavioural health challenges
S18: Apply knowledge, communication and relationship management skills required to provide people, families and carers with accurate information that meets their needs before, during an after a range of interventions
S43: Contributes to team reflection activities to promote improvements in practice and services