Woman - centred care is the overarching framework for the National Competency Standards for the Midwife (2006). Woman-centred care is a concept that implies that midwifery care: * is focused on the woman’s individual‚ unique needs‚ expectations and aspirations‚ rather than the needs of institutions or professions * recognises the woman’s right to self determination in terms of choice‚ control‚ and continuity of care * encompasses the needs of the baby‚ the woman’s family‚ significant
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PROMOTION INTRODUCTION: This essay is focused on breastfeeding as a key public health issue in health promotion in midwifery practice. After presenting a case study involving a client who has a potential breastfeeding issue‚ the aim will is to achieve a positive outcome using health promotion models. Relevant theories and literature are then explored and the implications for midwifery practice and care planning critically evaluated. The protection‚ promotion and support of breastfeeding are one
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code of professional conduct for nurses in australia Introduction Introduction Code of Professional Conduct Purpose Glossary of Terms References Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses Professional conduct refers to the manner in which a person behaves while acting in a professional capacity. It is generally accepted that when performing their duties and conducting their affairs professionals will uphold exemplary standards of conduct‚ commonly taken to mean standards not generally expected
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Council. 2010. Protecting the public‚ regulating health professionals. [Online] London: Health Professions Council. Available from: http://www.hpc-uk.org/ [19 October 2010] Nursing & Midwifery Council. 2010. The Nursing and Midwifery Council: Safeguarding health and wellbeing. [Online] Nursing & Midwifery Council. Available from: http://www.nmc-uk.org/ [19 October 2010] Electronic References Department of Health. 2010. Equity and excellence: Liberating the NHS. [Online] Department of
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Organisational culture of an organisation is defined as the organisations expectations‚ philosophy‚ experience and values that have been developed over time and contribute to the unique social and psychological environment of an organisation. This is expressed in their self-image‚ inner workings‚ and dealings in how the organisation conducts its business and treats its employees including the wider community‚ as well as their shared beliefs and collective goals for the future. (Drach-Zahavy‚ Goldblatt
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References: http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/explore-by-career/midwifery/skills-required/ http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/explore-by-career/allied-health-professions/careers-in-the-allied-health-professions/paramedic/
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disclosed which ought not to be disclosed further except within the relevant limits. Confidentiality is generally defined as the process of the protection of personal information‚ and is regarded as an integral part of a nurse’s role. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) are the regulatory body of registered nurses and midwives in the United Kingdom‚ and clause 5 of the NMC code of professional conduct states that registrants have a duty to protect confidential information (NMC‚ 2006). Failure to adhere
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“What can I take away from the experience of observing this video that will help me build knowledge and self awareness in therapeutic communication?” The video focuses on the communication techniques undertaken by an experienced midwife whilst dealing with a mother who has suffered a stroke during her pregnancy and subsequently has difficulty communicating. There are a number of behaviors and techniques displayed that highlight the importance of continually developing effective therapeutic communication
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being kept private by the nurse caring for him (Burns‚ 2015). This implies that the nurse has a responsibility to maintain Sam’s confidentiality‚ because they have legal requirements to do so (Aldworth‚ 2009). This is supported by the nursing and midwifery council (2015) which states that within all care settings nurses should always make sure they are respecting their patient’s right to privacy. This implies that the nurse should keep personal information about Sam confidential and only disclose
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emphasised in Mental Health nursing as this is based on quite a lot of understanding and trust between nurses and client. It is also now a respected and required learning and assessment method in many nursing programmes worldwide. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC‚ 2008) requires nurses to keep knowledge and skills up to date throughout their working life. Considering the importance of clinical competence in the nursing profession‚ then it will suffice to say that reflection is an important tool
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