Reflective Essay: Medication Error and NSQHS Standards in Nursing
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This report is a reflective essay by a nursing student, analyzing a medication error incident that occurred in a maternity ward. The reflection utilizes the 5 R's framework (Reporting, Responding, Relating, Reasoning, and Reconstructing) to explore the incident's impact on the student's understanding of nursing practice. The essay critically examines the incident in relation to the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) standards, specifically the Medication Safety and Clinical Governance standards. The student discusses the error, their emotional and professional responses, and the theoretical underpinnings of nursing ethics and medication safety protocols. The report highlights the importance of vigilance, clinical governance, and adherence to NSQHS standards to prevent future medication errors and ensure patient safety. The student also reflects on the need for continuous learning, incident reporting, and organizational commitment to clinical governance principles, referencing relevant literature to support their analysis.
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