Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this module students should:
1. Achieve competencies outlined in the Clinical Assessment Form Level 1 in the following areas (with guidance): Patient Assessment, Treatment and Management, Professionalism, Documentation and Communication (interpersonal and interprofessional)
2. Show documentary evidence of undertaking Clinical Reasoning and Evidence Based Practice
3. Show documentary evidence of conditions seen and treatments implemented
4. Show documentary evidence of initiative in identifying learning needs and availing of learning opportunities. Objectives should be reviewed and modified at midway of placement.
5. Show documentary evidence of manual handling risk assessment and patient handling skills
6. Show documentary evidence of reflective practice in relation to personal and professional development
7. Be accountable for their actions, or lack thereof – failure to comply with Policies and Procedures may result in failure of the module.
Indicative Module Content:
Clinical practice on placement varies depending on the specialities covered on site. Clinical practice assessment is determined by the Common Assessment Form under the 5 headings - Patient assessment, Treatment & Management, Professionalism, Communication and Documentation.
The portfolio includes the reflective diary, the evidence based clinical reasoning form, placement objectives, planned and unplanned learning and evidence of manual & patient handling techniques.