The English Patient

on reasons for arm use and perceived recovery (Appendix 1). The interviews were conducted in the natural language of the participant and were transcribed to English. A Sony audio recorder was used for recording. Field notes were used to document related observations. Based on initial few interviews we refined our interview guide. Patient Examination: We examined their motor, activity, participation and current physical activity status using observational and standardized scales.…

Competency implies that as a nurse, I will be able to provide relevant and high quality care to the patients. One important component of relevant and high quality care is effective communication (Burnard & Gill, 2014). I need to consider what my colleagues and patients are asking and be able to respond using the written word and by verbal answers. Sometimes lending a hand, and listening well are the best ways to verify that the communication…

given significant autonomy over your patients. I have become more comfortable with making decisions for my patients, however at the same time I understand when I require guidance. At these moments, I seek the expertise of my supervisor, the physician teams or place a call to specialties at tertiary centres. On ward cover, when there is an acutely deteriorating patient I have called a code blue when it is outside my capabilities but begin managing the patient from the basics of airway, breathing…

Describe the setting: Legacy Salmon Creek Emergency Department (ED) check-in is on the first floor for both pediatric and adults. Once patients are checked in and then the patient is taken to the pediatric department is on the second floor where triage and emergency care occurs. The second floor is set up like an inpatient floor, where each patient gets their own room, and computer and vital machines are all in the room. The right side of the floor is used for adult emergency care if there is…

a way of hitting us with all kinds of obstacles along the way; we have all had experiences that have shaped who we are. The life experiences and hardships I have walked through will definitely shape my interactions with patients. I have always said that the way you treat a patient (or co-worker, family member, etc) says a lot about who you are as a person and my life experiences have prepared me to have calm and compassionate interactions. I have never been in any critical condition myself, but…

inside the text, intrinsic or outside the text, extrinsic. Ethos means convincing by the character of the author. English words are ethical and ethics. People tend to believe people whom they trust. An example of ethos can be, pretend that someone is sick, he/she goes to the doctor, and the doctor gives the patient a prescription for a pill that would make him/her feel better. Would the patient take the pill?…

The interaction between a pharmacist and their patients is very important in developing a trusting and long lasting relationship. Some of the personal characteristics a pharmacist must have include being compassionate towards others, having integrity, and more. I regard myself as having these personal attributes that will make me a great pharmacist. The lessons and experiences I learned in my personal, academic, and work life all contributed to the molding of my personal characteristics. The…

framework to assess patient’s health. (eg. Engaging my patient in discussion about stressors and practicing writing out a genogram). - Exploring objective and subjective data gathered from patients, medical chart, and primary nurse, I was able to identify which DoH are directly and indirectly impacting patient’s health. - I collaborated with the patient in identifying appropriate priorities of care (E.g., nutrition, encourage activity, verify that patient is swallowing the medication). - Upon…

relationship to focus on patient needs and compassion. The accurate communication enables nurses to get the required information and background history from, the patient, family and other healthcare professionals. For, assessment goals and communication skills facilitate nurses to analyze significant documentation. Productive communication skills allow nursing staff to bond trustworthy relationship among patients, which gives patient outcomes and holistic care. Thus, professional…

According to Burkhardt & Nathaniel (2014), “Because nurses are professionals, we have a moral obligation to maintain fidelity-that is, we must be faithful to the promises made to society, and thus give priority to meeting the needs of each patient” (233). For example, Mrs. Escobar and his son arrived to a very known Catholic hospital located in the US. They showed signs and symptoms of a certain illness that may cause them to stay at the hospital for more than 2 days, but they didn’t have…