Crtitical Incident
A reflective account of an incident in practice related to the code of professional conduct
The purpose of this essay is to critically examine an incident from recent practice whilst using a model of reflection. This will enable me to analyse and make sense of the incident and draw conclusions concerning personal learning outcomes. The meaning of critical analysis and critical incidents will briefly be discussed followed by the process of reflection. The incident will then be described and analysed and then I will discuss issues raised in light of the recent literature relating to the incident. I will conclude with explaining what I have learned from the experience and how it will change my future actions.
Critical analysis involves assessing the differences, beliefs, benefits and disadvantages of a situation. (Polit and Hungler 1999). Burns and Bulman (2000) express that it is an important skill in professional practice and academic work. Engaging in critical analysis is a positive and constructive process as it identifies any strengths and weaknesses. (Girot 2001)
Burns & Bulman (2000) described critical incidents, as incidents that have had an emotional impact on individuals whereby the incident may be a positive or negative one. They are a means of examining significant incidents or situations in the practice area and they encourage individuals to look back and learn from the particular incident. (Girot 2001).
Reflection is a process of profound thought relating to an experience or situation whereby the experience is explored through feelings and reasoning. (Cadman et al 2003). The Nursing and Midwifery Council (2003) highlight the importance of reflection in nursing practice and state that it is the process of enhancing personal and professional learning that assists in developing nursing knowledge. It can be viewed a useful tool in developing the skill of critical thinking and can be used to link theory and practice. (Kenworthy et al 2002).
The purpose of this essay is to critically examine an incident from recent practice whilst using a model of reflection. This will enable me to analyse and make sense of the incident and draw conclusions concerning personal learning outcomes. The meaning of critical analysis and critical incidents will briefly be discussed followed by the process of reflection. The incident will then be described and analysed and then I will discuss issues raised in light of the recent literature relating to the incident. I will conclude with explaining what I have learned from the experience and how it will change my future actions.
Critical analysis involves assessing the differences, beliefs, benefits and disadvantages of a situation. (Polit and Hungler 1999). Burns and Bulman (2000) express that it is an important skill in professional practice and academic work. Engaging in critical analysis is a positive and constructive process as it identifies any strengths and weaknesses. (Girot 2001)
Burns & Bulman (2000) described critical incidents, as incidents that have had an emotional impact on individuals whereby the incident may be a positive or negative one. They are a means of examining significant incidents or situations in the practice area and they encourage individuals to look back and learn from the particular incident. (Girot 2001).
Reflection is a process of profound thought relating to an experience or situation whereby the experience is explored through feelings and reasoning. (Cadman et al 2003). The Nursing and Midwifery Council (2003) highlight the importance of reflection in nursing practice and state that it is the process of enhancing personal and professional learning that assists in developing nursing knowledge. It can be viewed a useful tool in developing the skill of critical thinking and can be used to link theory and practice. (Kenworthy et al 2002).
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