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Task 1 A service user started having a seizure which lasted more…
Task 1
A service user started having a seizure which lasted more than 5 minutes, I notified the line manager which she immediately phoned 111 and they directed us to the ambulance.
What skills, behaviours and attributes did I demonstrate while carrying out this task?
Observation abilities focus on understanding your surroundings, the communication processes that demand your participation, and the people who perform activities that may affect you. (Job search UK | indeed 2023: online).
I used observational skills in this situation to identify when the service user had begun to have a seizure. I knew that I needed to keep track of how long the service user was unconscious for. I needed to be able to multitask and remain calm by watching clearly to determine how long it lasted and what transpired during that time and then report it to the manager and the 111 operators, thus this was a crucial ability.
Another crucial ability was communication, as I had to do with the line manager because the seizure lasted longer than five minutes and we needed to call the ambulance. I was able to describe what took place at the time and kept detailed records of everything.
Follow instructions from the 111 operators to place the patient their side to clear their airways. I have used the skill of turning a patient before during manual handling training and during activities such as changing bed sheets.
How have You participated in the activities-Interacting-assisting-promoting person-centred approaches- using reflective journals respecting others, determination, self-reflection skills, organisational skills, interpersonal skills
What feedback did I receive?
The feedback I got was that I was confident, I didn’t panic, and I was able to monitor how long the seizure lasted and showed how strength of being able to work independently and the manager appreciated how clear I was and able to analyse the situation and the documentation I did which helped the ambulance to make decision about the service user.
What skills and attributes did you demonstrate during the activity
POSITIVE NEGATIVE -Problem solving, negotiating, one to one skill
What feedback did I receive-? Service user listening, confidence POSITIVE NEGATIVE
What factors influenced your performance? POSITIVE NEGATIVE
Confidence, self-esteem, independent, communication, what I could do better next time, what influenced you, policies and procedures, working under pressure, personal issues, being nervous, being organised,
What went well?
The service user was taken into hospital which the service user was given further treatment. The team was also happy that I did not leave the service user but rather stayed to make sure everything was okay.
I felt good and I felt that I did a great job as the service user was going to get further treatment to get better.
DVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES- of the positives and negatives
Conclusion Proficient work-related skills have benefits and limitations…
Which factors may have influenced my performance?
I think that some factors that influenced my performance was I was already trained for seizures and manual handling. I have seen resident that go through similar situation, so I was familiar and had an experience with similar situation.
DVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES- of the positives and negatives
Conclusion Proficient work-related skills have benefits and limitations…
How did work shadowing or observing others complete the task help my performance?
Work shadowing and observation has supported me when on a work placement. It has provided me the opportunity to first observe professionals at work. This helps me work more productively and better, understanding my role and what is expected of me. Through observing many professionals, I was able to observe how well they connect with the elderly and how the service users respond so that I could learn from the positive elements I had observed of those.
I have benefited from watching how specific staff members carry out procedures because it allows me to see how they should be done successfully and how I may contribute thoughts that would enhance the issue. And finally, by studying how seasoned experts handle problems and deal with difficult situations, I can develop my own skills.
work shadowing was helpful to me in this circumstance because I was able to see how other staff monitored a service user who was having a seizure and the precautions, they took to make sure they were away from potential hazards which they can hit their heads on or things that could injure them.
Work shadowing- how you have- watching, recording, listening, asking questions, confidence building, relationships with others
How can you improve-? Taking notes, research skills, one to one, confidence, perseverance, constructive feedback
How can I improve?
Not needing to be prompted to place the service user in the recovery position and, I could have called the ambulance myself instead of calling the line manager.
Work shadowing- how you have- watching, recording, listening, asking questions, confidence building, relationships with others
How can you improve-? Taking notes, research skills, one to one, confidence, perseverance, constructive feedback
Observed improvements (if task is being repeated)
Some improvement that I have made since the first day I started my placement is having relationship with the service users as I can do fun activities with them, and the residence have more confidence in me as they will not be afraid if am supporting them.
The service user has had several seizures that has only lasted for 3 minute, so I do not require me to call the ambulance but documented it. I have also observed and improve on what need to be done when seen a service user having a seizure as I need to support them gently and cushion their head.
Work shadowing- how you have- watching, recording, listening, asking questions, confidence building, relationships with others
How can you improve-? Taking notes, research skills, one to one, confidence, perseverance, constructive feedback
good evening,
I answered the questions and my feedback was the one written in bold and underline, if you can help me pls and the questions to my answers are below . also can u use I instead of you as i am referring it to myself
p5 Demonstrate work-related skills to meet set objectives for work experience tasks.
C.P6 Discuss ways in which work shadowing and observation can support development of own skills while on work placement.
C.M3 Demonstrate work-related skills with confidence and proficiency to meet objectives in different situations.
C.D2 Demonstrate work-related skills proficiently, taking the initiative to carry out activities according to own responsibilities and setting’s procedures and selecting appropriate skills and techniques for different situations.
