Date of Learning Log: 22/12/2023
Time: 09:30-16:00
Learning Activity 1: Vulnerable and Complex Care
In our recent study session, we had a collaborative meeting with the Promoting Health and Well-being and the Delivery of Safe and Effective Care module. We talked about the significance of vulnerable and complex care. The session was conducted virtually on Microsoft Teams. Our discussions focused on examining complex care and vulnerable groups, emphasising the importance of person-centred care and shared decision-making.
We engaged in a thoughtful discussion regarding our comprehension of complex care and exchanged valuable insights on our experiences with delivering such care. Our group then analysed a video presentation that delved into the complex care needs of an individual. Additionally, we explored the topics of homelessness and social exclusion. We personally reflected on our own understanding of the meaning of home and shared any experiences we may have had with homelessness.
This discussion highlighted the importance of nurses in addressing the multifaceted health challenges faced by homeless individuals, including complex medical issues, mental health struggles, and barriers to healthcare access. By deepening our understanding of this vulnerable population, we can cultivate empathy, cultural competency, and the skills necessary to provide holistic and compassionate care.
KSB ADDRESSED:
Knowledge:
| K4 | Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice |
| K5 | Understand the meaning of resilience and emotional intelligence, and their influence on an individual’s ability to provide care |
| K9 | Understand the aims and principles of health promotion, protection and improvement and the prevention of ill health when engaging with people |
| K10 | Understand the principles of epidemiology, demography, and genomics and how these may influence health and well-being outcomes |
| K11 | Understand the factors that may lead to inequalities in health outcomes |
| K13 | Understand the contribution of social influences, health literacy, individual circumstances, behaviours and lifestyle choices to mental, physical and behavioural health outcomes |
| K14 | Understand the importance of health screening |
| K17 | Understand commonly encountered mental, physical, behavioural and cognitive health conditions as applied to delivery of care |
| K18 | Understand and apply the principles and processes for making reasonable adjustments |
| K19 | Know how and when to escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice |
| K21 | Understand co-morbidities and the demands of meeting people’s holistic needs when prioritising care |
| K37 | Understand the challenges of providing safe nursing care for people with complex co-morbidities and complex care needs |
| K38 | Understand the complexities of providing mental, cognitive, behavioural and physical care needs across a wide range of integrated care settings |
Skills:
| S10 | Provide, promote, and where appropriate advocate for, non-discriminatory, person-centred and sensitive care at all times, reflecting on people’s values and beliefs, diverse backgrounds, cultural characteristics, language requirements, needs and preferences, taking account of any need for adjustments |
| S13 | Apply the aims and principles of health promotion, protection and improvement and the prevention of ill health when engaging with people |
| S14 | Promote preventive health behaviours and provide information to support people to make informed choices to improve their mental, physical, behavioural health and wellbeing |
| S15 | Identify people who are eligible for health screening |
| S16 | Promote health and prevent ill health by understanding the evidence base for immunisation, vaccination and herd immunity |
| S17 | Protect health through understanding and applying the principles of infection prevention and control, including communicable disease surveillance and antimicrobial stewardship and resistance |
| S18 | Apply knowledge, communication and relationship management skills required to provide people, families and carers with accurate information that meets their needs before, during and after a range of interventions |
| S23 | Work in partnership with people, to encourage shared decision making, in order to support individuals, their families and carers to manage their own care when appropriate |
| S39 | Recognise when people need help to facilitate equitable access to care, support and escalate concerns appropriately |
Behaviour:
| B1 | Treat people with dignity, respecting individual’s diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences |
| B2 | Show respect and empathy for those you work with, have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to evidence based best practice |
| B3 | Be adaptable, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness |