Reflection & Reflexivity

Question 1

The process of wondering about a phenomenon and seeking a deeper understanding.

Answer 1

Reflection

Question 2

The process of considering and critically questioning the assumptions and values that motivate and underlie our nursing practice.

Answer 2

Reflexivity

Question 3

think back on what we have done and consider how what we did contribute to the outcome. This type of reflection can help us learn

Answer 3

Reflection on Action

Question 4

happens in the moment as you are engaged in a particular action. This type of reflection helps gauge if we are getting things right.

Answer 4

Reflection in Action

Question 5

Benner (1984) identified seven domains of competencies: (Huge Turkeys Devoured Earthworms Across Musty Oysters)

Answer 5

1. Helping role
2. Teaching or coaching function
3. Diagnostic monitoring function
4. Effective management of rapidly changing situations
5. Administering and monitoring therapeutic interventions and therapeutics
6. Monitoring and ensuring the quality of health care practices
7. Organizational and work-role competencies

Question 6

Benner’s 5 stages of Expertise (Nauseating Blondie Chased Pudgy Eclairs)

Answer 6

1. Novice: lacks experience, depends on rules and procedures
2. Advanced beginner: has enough real-life experience to understand the meaning of contextual cues. Starts to hone in on the ability to identify relevant aspects of a situation.
3. Competent practitioner: Can modify plans, organize, see actions in relation to long-term goals or care.
4. Proficient practitioner perceives the situation as a whole, quickly decide what to do
5. Expert: does not always rely on rules to connect understanding, intuitive grasp, quickly zero in on what is going on.

Question 7

term to capture how to handle problematic, embarrassing or distressing situations.
Ex: “Oh dear, a bit of a mess. We will have this cleaned up in no time.”

Answer 7

Minifisms

Question 8

1. The ability to grasp the meaning in client encounters
2. The ability to establish a meaningful connection with the client
3. The ability to skillfully perform nursing activities
4. The ability to rationally determine an appropriate course of nursing action
5. The ability to morally conduct one’s practice

Answer 8

5 Senses of Nursing Art