11th June 2025

Today we had a guided marking session for the case study this enabled us to who what needs to be in the assignment and what information is not relevant to be able to get higher marks. Following this I was able to remove the irrelevant information I had added to my assignment.

KSB:

K1: Understand the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates (NMC, 2018), and how to fulfill all registration requirements

K4: Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice

S1: Act in accordance with the Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates (NMC, 2018), and fulfil all registration requirements

S4: Take responsibility for continuous self-reflection, seeking and responding to support and feedback to develop professional knowledge and skills

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

18th June 2025

Today we had a guest lecturer who this is a sexual health specialist we discuss sexual health and different types of STIs and STDs; how these can be transmitted and who is at risk. This gave me a better insight on the topic of sexual health and clarified some of the sigmas around sexual health.

KSB:

K4: Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice

K8: Understand how discriminatory behaviour is exhibited

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

S6: Act as an ambassador for their profession and promote public confidence in health and care services

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

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

B1: Treat people with dignity, respecting individual’s diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences

25th June 2025

Today we looked wound care and different types of wounds. When dressing wounds you have use ANTT  aseptic non touch technique ensuring you do not introduce any infection to the wound. This session will enable me to complete wound care identifying different types of wound, completing a wound assesment and the types of dressings that can be used.

KSB:

K4: Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice

K23: Know how to meet people’s needs related to mobility, hygiene, oral care, wound care and skin integrity

K24: Know how to support people with commonly encountered symptoms including anxiety, confusion, discomfort and pain

S5: Safely demonstrate evidence-based practice in all skills and procedures required for entry to the register: Standards of proficiency for nursing associates Annex A & B (NMC 2018)

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

5th June 2025

Complex care and homelessness

Today we we looked at patients with complex care and multiple health needs. We discussed our own experiences with complex patients and how they differ in different settings. We looked at homelessness and the impact on an individuals life.

KSB:

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

K21: Understand co-morbidities and the demands of meeting people’s holistic needs when prioritising care

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

S22: Take personal responsibility to ensure that relevant information is shared according to local policy and appropriate immediate action is taken to provide adequate safeguarding and that concerns are escalated

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

28th May 2025

Today we looked at living with long term conditions, the cost of the condition and the impact on life. This is important when it comes to health promotion as come of these conditions can can be prevented with education and lifestyle change. We also discussed end of life and our past experiences.

In the afternoon we identified and discussed different assessment tools we can use for patients. We went through 2 scenarios and applied the relevant assessments.

KSB:

K4: Understand 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

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

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

B1: Treat people with dignity, respecting individual’s diversity, beliefs, culture, needs, values, privacy and preferences

21st May 2025

Today we looked at smoking and alcohol in relation to health promotion; how smoking affects the body and why people smoke. We looked at the safe alcohol intake levels and what is classed as excess drinking and how we can educate patients on these topic as Every contact counts.

We then went onto child safeguarding and looked at case studies on failings for child abuse. As health professionals we can come across children and we need to know the signs and red flags for potential abuse and neglect.

In the afternoon we worked in groups and discussed the types of care we deliver in our work places and how they differ from one setting to the next. This gave us an insight of how care differs.

KSB:

K7: Understand the importance of courage and transparency and apply the Duty of Candour

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

K12: Understand the importance of early years and childhood experiences and the possible impact on life choices, mental, physical and behavioural health and well-being

K13: Understand the contribution of social influences, health literacy, individual circumstances, behaviours and lifestyle choices to mental, physical and behavioural health outcomes

S22: Take personal responsibility to ensure that relevant information is shared according to local policy and appropriate immediate action is taken to provide adequate safeguarding and that concerns are escalated

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

B3: Be adaptable, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness

16th May 2025

Self directed learning

Assessing services users who are pregnant

During self directed learning I looked at the topic of services users who are pregnant this focused on the pregnant woman and the care she receives throughout her pregnancy by different services such as the midwife and GP. Antenatal Screenings are completed on the fetus to find any conditions that may be present. Health promotion is provided for the mother throughout pregnancy such as antenatal education, smoking cessation and nutritional advice. Woman have scheduled appointments throughout the pregnancy as a schedule of care.  Pregnant women use a different NEWS chart and this is called MEWS (Maternal Early Warning Systems) when taking observations. These slides have given me an insight into how pregnant woman are cared for.

KSB:

K4: Understand the principles of research and how research findings are used to inform evidence-based practice

K39: Understand the principles and processes involved in supporting people and families with a range of care needs to maintain optimal independence and avoid unnecessary interventions and disruptions to their lives

K40: Understand own role and contribution when involved in the care of a person who is undergoing discharge or a transition of care between professionals, settings or services

K41: Know the roles, responsibilities and scope of practice of different members of the nursing and interdisciplinary team, and own role within it

S2: Keep complete, clear, accurate and timely records

S3: Recognise and report any factors that may adversely impact safe and effective care provision

Protective Learning

Today I researched my health promotion topic; Cervical Screening and found a website called Canva to create a leaflet.

14th May 2025

Today we completed the group presentations on the research we completed for our chosen borough which was Sutton. The research on Sutton gave me a better insight into the demographics and how they differ to neighbouring areas.

In the afternoon we looked at health promotion for older people this is something I am used to dealing with daily at work so I was able to contribute so session.

These topics will helps me to complete my assignment due for the current topics.

KSB:

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

S6: Act as an ambassador for their profession and promote public confidence in health and care services

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

B3: Be adaptable, reliable and consistent, show discretion, resilience and self-awareness