Midwifery

In Ancient Roman society, women did not have many rights or freedoms. They lacked most legal and political rights, and had little power or influence (PBS. 2006.). Most women were totally dependent on men in this society, as they shared the rank of their husbands and fathers (Hennessy, D. 1990:35.), and they were also expected to be completely submissive to these males; being a good mother and wife was the most important role in a roman women’s life (Cartwright, M. 2014.), as men and women were…

The healthcare professionals in every working scenario have a common concept of working; the centred way on ensuring health service for every patient. The nurses are required to undertake all their professional practicing duties to ensure safe and available practice to patient. It is also the duty of nurses to maintain a high level of compassion and empathy to the patient (Tharpe et al., 2012). The centre of nursing work provides a motivational aspect to the nurse and the energy for the purpose…

The reflective journal is divided into four main points and a conclusion. The first point of the reflective journal discuss the professional values of a good mentor. Next, the priciple of interview show the importance of identify the problem and how we make decision in the project. The third point demonstrate leadership and team work is essential to the success of the project. Then I present communication and interpersonal skills . Finally, the conclusion of the reflective journal concludes with…

1. Nurse to patient ratios In 2011 the nurse to patient ratio was introduced to Queensland Legislation which means the number of nurses on a ward to the number of patients under their care. I feel that the ratio is not meeting the requirements of what is actually needed in our hospitals or any care facilities. This is a major problem that is facing our nurses in today’s society. Over my time working in aged care and also having placement in the hospital throughout my course I found that nurses…

Reflection is examine own feelings, thoughts, and response as well as the others in a situation (Somevilla & Keeling, 2004). For me as a senior elective student reflection is significant for self-awareness, which includes my behavior and interaction with the staff, patients, and attendant. Moreover, it encourages me to know my strengths and areas of improvement. According to Somevilla & Keeling (2004) “Reflective practice is important for everyone and nurses in particular for a number of reasons…

1.1 Describe stages of development from conception to birth. When an egg is fertilised it is a single cell called a Zygote, in the next 24-36 hours the single cell will divide into two cells, 12 hours after it will divide into four cells, and will carry on dividing which forms a cluster of cells which are called a monula. Three – four days after it has been fertilised the monula will move from the fallopian tube and will enter the uterus. At about six days the monula will form a hollow cavity…

scientifically practiced procedures, that was normally carried out by doctors with no credentials to speak of. The doctors had to travel immense distances to acquire the knowledge necessary for the treatment. It was once very common to practice midwifery, in most cases only women attended the birthing of a child, and only women were permitted to assist the women in…

started the Mentorship module my concept of mentoring was wrong. I about the mentorship and a value of being a mentor. So, what is a Mentor? A Mentor is a wise and trusted counsellor or teacher (Barlow Mentors are accountable to the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) for their decision that students are fit for practice and that they have the necessary knowledge skills and competence to take on the role of registered nurse(RN) or Midwife. Mentorship is a personal developmental relationship…

This essay will evaluate the evidence base for the importance of patient nutrition within adult nursing. As stated within the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code (2015) nurses must “deliver the fundamentals of care effectively”. This refers to the integral components of nursing, for instance nutrition and hydration, being monitored and kept to adequate levels as it can improve a patient’s overall recovery, as discussed by Brady, McCabe and McCann (2013). This essay will cover the methods…

It would be folly to state that reflection is useful only for academic and training purposes. Reflection is a process in which the majority, if not all, people use on a day to day basis. Whether it is on the way home from work after a hard day, or perhaps after a conversation with a family member; it would be a rare individual indeed who could state that they do not go over previous experiences in their mind. It is, in essence, the active evaluation of our day-to-day lives. The act and art of…