Communication in Healthcare: Gibbs' Reflective Cycle

Communication in Healthcare
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Gibbs' Reflective Cycle...................................................................................................................2
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Gibbs' Reflective Cycle
Description
What happened? Within a healthcare setting I was responsible for handling Alisa a
patient who has undertaken prescription drugs at home to manage
depression. It is the responsibility of the nurses to handle patients
with care (Harris, Usseglio, Chapman-Rodriguez, Licursi &
Larson, 2019). While assisting Alisa I tried to talk to her but she
did not reply. At the time of lifting the wet sheet from the bed she
raised her arm, abused at me and bumped out like a hitting
motion without making any contact with my body.
When and where did it
happen?
The incident took place in the emergency department when Alisa
was admitted for unintentionally taking too many prescription
medications at home.
Who was present? I along with a staff nurse, were present in the emergency
department when the incident took place.
What did you and the other
people do?
I along with the staff nurse decided not to proceed with Alisa’s
medication.
What was the outcome of the
situation?
Alisa was shifted to other ward where another nurse staff helped
her to change her clothes.
Why were you there? I was there to help Alisa to change and wash her clothes.
What did you want to
happen?
I wanted to help Alisa by providing her with personal care and
ensuring her that she is in safe hands.