NHS Structure and Professionalism

Question 1

What is the PDSA cycle?

Answer 1

plan = what are we going to do?
do = when and how we do it
study = results?
act = make changes based on findings 

A3 lean improvement card

Question 2

What are the characteristics of effective leadership?

Answer 2

honesty

delegation

communication

commitment

positive attitude

creativity

Question 3

What are the characteristics of team working?

Answer 3

strong leadership

communicating proactively

understand common goals

individuals know their roles

Question 4

How are Drs regulated?

Answer 4

Moved away from a self-regulated system

• Concerns = referral to Medical Practitioners Tribunal Services (fitness to practice)
• Revalidation = every 5 years, collages set standards, evidence shown, appraisal process