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The Reflectice Mental Health Practitioner

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Module code: DF215004S SID: 0402654 THE REFLECTIVE MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER INTRODUCTION The purpose of this essay is to reflect upon an aspect of my professional practice I have encountered as a student nurse during my placement on an elderly (mental health) ward. I will begin by defining the term 'reflection' followed by the rationale for the change that l want to take place. The part of nursing care that can benefit from change will then be identified. An explanation of how to involve management in the changes being implemented will be explored. I will also write on my identified area that l felt needed change which is "handover". The actual change will be looked at by looking at resources, prioritising needs, whether this is within the nurse's influence or not. Both short term and long term objectives will be identified. Motivation and reinforcement will be analysed using the model. The writer will also examine...

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