Apprenticeship Learning Log

Date of Learning: 09/06/2023

Time: 9:30 to 12:30

Title of learning activity:  Critical thinking

Diary of Learning activity

(Itemise learning activity and reflect on the main points of learning from each. You should identify for each entry the relevant KSB)

Reflection on Learning Activity (include model of reflection e.g. Driscoll or Gibbs):

What?

Lecture about critical thinking

Before the lecture, we had a catch-up session relating to our essay assignments.

Individual concerns and progress on the essay were mentioned.

I had a few concerns about my essay, and I was given guidance on what to do.

The submission of a draft essay was also discussed.

Definition of critical thinking and our own understanding of critical thinking.

Critical thinking in professional practice avoids making assumptions, making sure advice given is evidence-based, accurately assessing normal and worsening conditions and decision-making and problem-solving.

Key critical thinking skills

• Information seeking
• Interpretation
• Analysis
• Evaluation
• Inference
• Explanation

We discussed and shared our experiences with critical thinking. It was a very enjoyable lecture.

So What

This lecture helps me understand critical thinking and guide me on what is critical thinking and what to look for when in practice.

Now what?

This lecture made me understand critical thinking, I will try to develop my skills and be guided by what was discussed.

KBS addressed:

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

K2 Understand the demands of professional practice and demonstrate how to recognise signs of vulnerability in themselves or their colleagues and the action required to minimise risks to health­­­.

K3 Understand the professional responsibility to adopt a healthy lifestyle to maintain the level of personal fitness and well-being required to meet people’s needs for mental and physical care.

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

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

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

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.

K20 Know how people’s needs for safety, dignity, privacy, comfort and sleep can be met.

K26 Understand where and how to seek guidance and support from others to ensure that the best interests of those receiving care are upheld.

K30 Understand the principles of health and safety legislation and regulations and maintain safe work and care environments.

K33 Understand when to seek appropriate advice to manage a risk and avoid compromising quality of care and health outcomes.

K34 Know and understand strategies to develop resilience in self and know how to seek support to help deal with uncertain situations.

K36 Understand the roles of the different providers of health and care.

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

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.

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.

S8 Recognise signs of vulnerability in self or colleagues and the action required to minimise risks to health.

S9 Develop, manage, and maintain appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers, and colleagues.

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.

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.

Apprenticeship Learning Log

Date of Learning: 09/06/2023

Time: 13:30 to 16:30

Title of learning activity:  Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity

Diary of Learning activity

(Itemise learning activity and reflect on the main points of learning from each. You should identify for each entry the relevant KSB)

Reflection on Learning Activity (include model of reflection e.g. Driscoll or Gibbs):

What?

Lecture about Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity

Now What?

We had a discussion about equality, diversity and inclusivity.

Each and everyone were asked to define equality and it seems there was confusion as everyone defined it as treating everyone the same or fairly but what stuck in my mind was it was defined as equal opportunities in your fullest potential.

Equality definition is making sure people are treated fairly, meeting individual’s need appropriately and challenging the factors that limit individual’s opportunities.

Three pictures was shown and each one shows different ways to treat each individual but the last picture was the best one, it removed the barrier so everyone has the chance.

Diversity was discussed and each of us gave our definition of it.

The importance of knowing and being aware of it.

The following were highlighted:

NMC Code (2018 1.3  to void making assumptions and recognise diversity and individual choice. Examples were given.

• NMC Standards of Proficiency 1.14 provide and promote non-discriminatory, person-centered 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

Inclusivity was also included in the discussion, and this is where came my given example.

For example: if a meeting will be in a venue and among the participants was a person with a disability like using a wheelchair. The people who arrange the meeting should consider a venue where there is access to lifts or ramps.

The protected characteristics were mentioned under The Equality Act (2010) which cannot be used as reasons to treat people unfairly. These are the following:

• Age
• Disability
• Gender-re-assignment
• Marriage and civil partnership
• Pregnancy and maternity care
• Race
• Religion and belief
• Sex
• Sexual orientation

So what?

This lecture helps me thoroughly understand what discrimination is. It reminds me what the things I experienced that I thought were okay but after the discussion it made me realise some are not.

Understanding equality, diversity, and inclusivity is easy but knowing the real definition could be tricky as all got similarities.

Now what?

This lecture will help me apply my knowledge and improve my skills in knowing what is fair and what is not and be mindful especially to individuals who are in protected characteristics.

KBS addressed:

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

K2 Understand the demands of professional practice and demonstrate how to recognise signs of vulnerability in themselves or their colleagues and the action required to minimise risks to health­­­.

K3 Understand the professional responsibility to adopt a healthy lifestyle to maintain the level of personal fitness and well-being required to meet people’s needs for mental and physical care.

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

K8 Understand how discriminatory behaviour is exhibited.

K11 Understand the factors that may lead to inequalities in health outcomes.

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.

K30 Understand the principles of health and safety legislation and regulations and maintain safe work and care environments.

K33 Understand when to seek appropriate advice to manage a risk and avoid compromising quality of care and health outcomes.

K34 Know and understand strategies to develop resilience in self and know how to seek support to help deal with uncertain situations.

K35 Understand own role and the roles of all other staff at different levels of experience and seniority in the event of a major incident.

K36 Understand the roles of the different providers of health and care.

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

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.

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

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

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.

S11 Report any situations, behaviours or errors that could result in poor care outcomes.

S12 Challenge or report discriminatory behaviour.

S20 Recognise people at risk of abuse, self-harm and/or suicidal ideation and the situations that may put them and others at risk.

S32 Work collaboratively and in partnership with professionals from different agencies in interdisciplinary teams.

S33 Maintain safe work and care environments.

S43 Contribute to team reflection activities to promote improvements in practice and services.

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.