exam

Question 1

1) main concepts of theme

Answer 1

leadership and the environment why is it important

Question 2

2)learning environment

Answer 2

positive enables students to have constructive learning experiences- fazel 2010

Question 3

2) learning environment

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negative- interfere with outcomes, aggravating an international nursing shortage- Lovett-jones& Kathleen 2007

Question 4

3) coaching- types

Answer 4

3 types one to one
group
system -
penny 2014

Question 5

3) coaching theories - features downey 2003

Answer 5

achievement, fulfilment , joy - integral to organisations survival and success

Question 6

3) coaching theory - the spiral model downie 2003

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4 stages
explain and demonstrate - eg new skill
reflect on learning- reflection important skill Matthews 2004
review progress-re focus on goal
plan to practice again- practise what has been learnt - play further training if needed
useful for inexperienced staff

Question 7

3) coaching- Grow model

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question based model
4 concepts
- questions to establish Goal
-Reality- setting, is it doable
- Option- actions are discussed and agreed
-Will - confirm the act developing plan on identified needs follow plan.
useful for coaching experienced staff

Question 8

3) gm synergy

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clip model
incorporated grow model with its basis of questions
based on coaching rather then mentoring
enhances competence and performance through hands on care
facilitates leadership skills from student
used as situational leadership model

Question 9

4) leadership

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situational leadership - Blanchard and Hersey 1969
4 styles
-direction
-coaching
- supporting
- delegating
not a solution for all difficulties encountered Neale et al 2000

Question 10

5) nmc standards for mentors 2008

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establish effective relationships
belongingness- vinales students need to feel part of team and enviroment
felt more confident ad secure when staff are friendly and welcoming
own experience positive - negative
lethean 2009 found quality patient care appeared to be less significant than the need to fit in

Question 11

5) new nmc standards are due out

Answer 11

links with gm synergy model.
no mention or mentor
coach, supervisor and facilitator

Question 12

6) nmc effective relationships

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belongingness , becoming, enabling students to speak up with confidence. own experience

Question 13

7) facilitation of learning

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role modeling
individualised student centred approach
learning needs
reasonable adjustments equality act 2010
nmc code 2015- delegation within skill set and have appropriate supervision

Question 14

8) evaluating learning

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part of nmc standards 
important for both student and mentor 
visibility of PEF and ULL
reviews reflection
debrief
allow chances for student to improve. 
no surprises

Question 15

9) learning environment - physical

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study area 
student notice board 
clarity on what a student can and cant do 
innovative and creative
student empowerment

Question 16

9) learning environment - culture

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low staff moral
high staff shortage rates
effects on patient care

Question 17

10 ) evidence based practice

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nice guidelines

health education England

Question 18

11) service users

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inclusion in care
involvement of carers and family
service users examples eg uni and in pad collecting feedback

Question 19

12) interprofesional learning

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ethical changes workshop
medicine management workshop
team working
group coaching

Question 20

morton - cooper 2000 atributes of role model

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approachable
delivery of high standards of care
being professional

Question 21

bandora 1977

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most human behaviour is learnt through observing and modelling this is then used later as a guide for action

Question 22

filstead 2004

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students need a role model to overcome challenges faced in a new environment and to gain skills and knowledge base

Question 23

NMC code 2015- delegation

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states you should make sure that everybody you delegate to is adequately supervised and supported so that they can provide safe and compassionate care

Question 24

Macintosh, gidman and smith 2013

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benefits of mentors evaluating placements

Question 25

rather and may 2007

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a work environment that facilitates patient care should increase patient safety and nurse satisfaction

Question 26

evidence based practice tanner 1999

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the goal of evidence based practice is to eliminate worse practices and support best practices therefor improving care

Question 27

Aiken et al 2001

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job satisfaction and empowerment play a crucial role in the quality of patient care

Question 28

Aiken 1994

Answer 28

increased autonomy and empowerment for nurses is associated with lower patient mortality rates