Essay Plan (Murdoch Nursing Inherent Requirements) Introduction • Inherent requirements can be defined as “…the learning outcomes of the course and include the student 's capacity to participate in activities that demonstrate the attainment of these outcomes” (Murdoch University, 2016). • It is important nursing students sustain all of these inherent requirements, so they provide high quality care and do not jeopardize the welfare of patients and individuals in the nursing practice (Murdoch University, 2016). • In particular, this essay will carefully examine and discuss the importance of two nursing inherent requirements grouped under two domains which are ethical behavior and communication (Murdoch University, 2016). Body 1. Discuss the importance of the first ethical inherent domain requirement • Ethical behavior is one inherent domain requirement which is known to be crucial to students studying Bachelor of Nursing at Murdoch University (Murdoch University, 2016). • The Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council Code of Ethics helps to direct nurses and student nurse’s ethical behavior (Australian Nursing Midwifery Accreditation Council, 2005). • The nursing ethical codes of values include compassion, cultural appreciation, respect, and safe care (Australian Nursing Midwifery Accreditation Council, 2005). 1. Discuss an ethical theory that guides ethical behavior and link with my reflection on becoming a nurse • Additionally, ethical principlism is a wellknown nursing philosophy that also leads ethical behavior as it includes beliefs such as non-maleficence and autonomy (Koutoukidis, Stainton & Hughson, 2012). • Autonomy reflects the ethical behavior of appreciating the individual’s right to select care and determine medication (Koutoukidis et al., 2012). • I believe I demonstrate reflective values of autonomy as I have the quality of being adaptable to a patient’s various choices and decisions on their treatment of care. 1. Discuss the importance of the second communication domain inherent requirement • Communication is another important domain requirement which is known to be vital for students studying Bachelor of Nursing at Murdoch University (Murdoch University, 2016). • Verbal communication in the nursing practice consists of conveying messages by suitable pitch of voice, language used, timing and clearness (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas & Roberto, 2012). • Non-verbal communication is the transmission of messages without speech (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas & Roberto, 2012). • Effective communication in the nursing practice is important because approximately 40%-50% of health care mistakes occur due to failure in effective communication (Koutoukidis, Stainton & Hughson, 2012). 1. Discuss the importance of the the subdomain of communication (written communication) and link domain with my reflection on my suitablity on becoming a nurse • Written communication in nursing practice is a key way of distributing knowledge of a patient (Thresyamma, 2005) • It is also crucial that patient records are accurate, short and clear
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• Also, it is important that students meet all eight domains requirements in order to make sure that patients and people are given secure and quality care. • I believe that I demonstrate both of these inherent requirement domains as I have a recognition of making sure I communicate effectively and ethically. Inherent requirements can be defined as “…the learning outcomes of the course and include the student 's capacity to participate in activities that demonstrate the attainment of these outcomes” (Murdoch University, 2016). Particularly, for the nursing undergraduate course at Murdoch University, there are specific inherent requirements grouped under eight essential domains which are necessary for students to uphold (Murdoch University, …show more content…
Verbal communication in the nursing practice consists of conveying messages by suitable pitch of voice, language used, timing and clearness. (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas, & Roberto, 2012). Non-verbal communication is the transmission of messages without speech through the use of hand signals, eye connection and stance (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas, & Roberto, 2012). To avoid sending conflicting messages it’s vital that correct body expression and speech is used to avoid miscommunication, furthermore it is essential that the recognition of mixed messages from patients is also detected (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas, & Roberto, 2012). Written communication in nursing practice is a key way of distributing knowledge of a patient hence it is crucial that patient records are precise, short and clear so that other staff can understand what is written and medical mistakes can be avoided (Thresyamma, 2005). I believe I demonstrate effective communication skills as when I worked with children in a childcare program I learnt to adapt my tone to sound enthusiastic, communicated activities in small steps and used simple words children could
• Also, it is important that students meet all eight domains requirements in order to make sure that patients and people are given secure and quality care. • I believe that I demonstrate both of these inherent requirement domains as I have a recognition of making sure I communicate effectively and ethically. Inherent requirements can be defined as “…the learning outcomes of the course and include the student 's capacity to participate in activities that demonstrate the attainment of these outcomes” (Murdoch University, 2016). Particularly, for the nursing undergraduate course at Murdoch University, there are specific inherent requirements grouped under eight essential domains which are necessary for students to uphold (Murdoch University, …show more content…
Verbal communication in the nursing practice consists of conveying messages by suitable pitch of voice, language used, timing and clearness. (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas, & Roberto, 2012). Non-verbal communication is the transmission of messages without speech through the use of hand signals, eye connection and stance (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas, & Roberto, 2012). To avoid sending conflicting messages it’s vital that correct body expression and speech is used to avoid miscommunication, furthermore it is essential that the recognition of mixed messages from patients is also detected (Crisp, Taylor, Douglas, & Roberto, 2012). Written communication in nursing practice is a key way of distributing knowledge of a patient hence it is crucial that patient records are precise, short and clear so that other staff can understand what is written and medical mistakes can be avoided (Thresyamma, 2005). I believe I demonstrate effective communication skills as when I worked with children in a childcare program I learnt to adapt my tone to sound enthusiastic, communicated activities in small steps and used simple words children could