Reflective Practice and Lifelong Learning - MRTY3122 Notes

30 practice flashcards focused on key concepts from the Reflective Practice and Lifelong Learning lecture notes.

What is Reflective Practice?

A continuous process of thinking clearly, deeply, and critically about professional practice to understand experiences, manage emotions, and improve future performance.

What are the main benefits of reflective practice for clinicians?

Improved insight, better wellbeing and motivation, reduced job turnover, and enriched on-the-job learning.

How many stages are in Gibbs' Reflective Framework?

Six stages: Description, Inner experience, Evaluation, Analysis, Learning, and Action Plan.

Gibbs Step 1: What is described in this step?

Description of the event; an objective recount of what happened.

Gibbs Step 2: What does 'Inner experience' refer to?

What you were thinking and feeling during the event.

Gibbs Step 3: What is evaluated in this step?

Evaluation; the positive and negative impacts on you and others.

Gibbs Step 4: What is analyzed in this step?

Analysis; understanding why the situation happened and how emotions contributed.

Gibbs Step 5: What does 'Learning' involve?

Learning; what you could have done differently and key takeaways.

Gibbs Step 6: What is planned in the 'Action Plan' step?

Action Plan; specific, achievable changes to implement in the future.

What is the Atkins and Murphy model known for?

A model that uses five cues to prompt analysis of emotional responses, with emphasis on feelings and knowledge.

What is a key feature of Atkins and Murphy’s model?

Five cues that prompt analysis of emotional responses and feelings.

How many phases does Johns' Reflective Model have?

Five phases of reflection, with up to 22 guiding questions.

What is the purpose of Johns' Reflective Model?

Directed questions to encourage reflection on an event, contributing factors, and learning.

What is a sentinel event?

A preventable incident that results in serious harm or death to a patient; also called Sentinel or SAC 1 events.

What is a 'hot' debriefing?

An immediate debrief after an incident (5–10 minutes), conducted in the heat of the moment with limited data, to provide immediate support.

What is a 'cold' debriefing?

Debriefing days or weeks after an event, allowing additional data and hindsight; may involve expert facilitators.

What is a 'standard' debriefing?

Typically led by the most senior clinician involved; invites all staff; non-disciplinary; focuses on what happened, what went well, and what could be improved; includes an action plan.

What does STOP5 stand for in debriefing?

Stop for 5 minutes; Summarise the case; Things that went well; Opportunities to improve; Points to action and responsibilities.

What are key indications for a clinical debriefing?

Unexpected patient death; Traumatic incidents; Major incidents (mass casualty); A staff member requests a debrief.

What should you avoid in a debrief?

It is not a disciplinary hearing; no blame; not for past unrelated cases; participation should be voluntary and confidential.

What is the purpose of a debriefing recipe?

To answer: What happened? What went well? What could be improved? What can be changed? What is the action plan?

What is a good practice for end-of-shift debriefs?

A brief reflection: note three things that went well, one thing to improve, check on colleagues, and prepare to leave work.

What is CPD in healthcare?

Continuing Professional Development; ongoing learning activities required for professional registration and practice.

What are the minimum CPD hours over three years?

60 CPD hours over three years.

What is the annual CPD minimum?

Minimum of 10 CPD hours per year.

What is meant by 'substantive CPD'?

At least 35 hours of CPD activities that are substantive and directly related to practice.

What are 'General CPD activities'?

CPD activities not DR-specific; a maximum of 25 hours can be counted over three years.

What should CPD records include?

Date of activity, details of the activity, details of the activity provider, and a reflection on relevance to practice.

What are CPD exemptions?

Reasons may include illness, carers leave, maternity leave, or ongoing medical conditions.

How is CPD linked to professional registration?

CPD requirements are part of registration with medical radiation bodies (MRPBA/AHPRA); failing to complete or record CPD can risk registration.

What are some examples of substantive CPD activities?

Reading a journal article with reflection, attending conferences, presenting in-service sessions, supervising students, quality improvement, clinical audits, and related activities.

What is the role of the Clinical Excellence Commission (CEC) in reflective practice?

CEC supports safety and quality improvement; provides resources like the Reflective Practice Workbook.

What are recommended resources for reflective practice and critical care knowledge?

Life in the Fast Lane (LITFL) and Clinical Debriefs, plus the CEC Reflective Practice Workbook.

What is the purpose of recording CPD activities?

To document learning activity and demonstrate ongoing professional development and reflection.

What is the risk if CPD is not recorded or completed?

Potential loss of registration with regulatory boards (MRPBA/AHPRA) if CPD requirements are not met.

What is the relationship between Lifelong Learning and radiography practice?

Lifelong learning is a core part of professional identity in radiography due to evolving technology, guidelines, and practice.