Nurse Practitioner Possibility Report

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Michelle’s story has helped me realise that I need to actively search out training and learning opportunities regarding effective communication with patients. By doing this, I will have the knowledge and skills required to manage similar situations in the future. Furthermore, my action plan will include improving my knowledge and awareness of working with cancer patients as a medical radiations professional. As I develop from a supervised participant to a participant in care delivery I will start reflecting on my clinical practice, to acknowledge areas of concern and create achievable goals to become a competent

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