PROFESSIONALISM - Approach to Clinical Reasoning Flashcards
What is metacognition?
Metacognition is thinking about thinking, being aware of the decision making process, self analysing and reflecting on the situation
What is the dual processing theory?
Dual-processing theory refer to a class of cognitive theories that distinguish between a fast, automatic form of cognition and a slow, deliberative form of cognition
What is cognitive load theory?
Cognitive load theory suggests that our short term working memory is only able to hold a limited amount of information whilst problem solving
What are cognitive biases?
Cognitive biases refer to the systematic deviations from norm or rationality in judgement which can effect the way we think, make decisions and perceive reality
What is semantic competence?
Semantic competence refers to the understanding and use of words and phrases specific to the veterinary field, allowing you to communicate effectively about medical terms, diagnoses and treatments
Which three factors contribute to increased semantic competence?
The use of:
Semantic qualifiers
Illness scrips
Encapsulations
What are semantic qualifiers?
Semantic qualifiers are terms that help to clarify the degree of certainty, severity or other attributes related to a disease or condition e.g. localised/diffuse, mild/moderate etc
What are illness scripts?
Illness scripts are mental frameworks that veterinarians use to organise knowledge about specific diseases or conditions
What are encapsulations?
Encapsulations refer to the compilation of clinical signs related to a specific disease or condition
What is context specificity?
Context specificity refers to the idea that the interpretation of clinical signs, behaviours, or treatment responses can vary depending on the context (situation and environment) in which they occur
What is situativity theory?
Situativity theory refers to idea of how owner, patient, physician and encounter factors all influene the clinical outcome
What is contextualised care?
Contextualised care is a way of delivering veterinary care that acknowledges that there are different ways to approach the diagnosis and treatment of an animal depending on the circumstances of the individual animal and their caregivers, and the context in which the care is delivered
What does the acronym SNAPPS stand for in terms of clinical reasoning?
Summarise the case
Narrow down the diagnosis options
Analyse the diagnosis options
Probe, ask questions to explore the case and clarify uncertainties
Plan for managment or treatment
Stategic reading
What is the spectrum of care?
The spectrum of care is a continuum of acceptable care options that would satisfy all stakeholders
