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Reflective practice

Definition

of

Reflective practice

from

NICE Guideline NG227 - Advocacy services for adults with health and social care needs

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

A process for staff to:
- reflect on previous practice
- talk about why they made the decisions they made, and why they acted or behaved in particular ways
- talk about their emotional responses to their actions and the actions of others
- engage in continuous learning.

Reflective practice may also provide insight into personal values and beliefs, and help staff understand how these influence action and decision making.

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Definition

of

Reflective practice

from

NICE Guideline NG214 - Integrated health and social care for people experiencing homelessness

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

A process to:
- reflect on previous practice
- talk about why they made the decisions they made, and why they acted or behaved in particular ways
- talk about their emotional responses to their actions and the actions of others
- engage in continuous learning.

Reflective practice may also provide insight into personal values and beliefs, and help understand how these influence action and decision making.

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