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School of Health, Community

and Education Studies.

Clinical Practice

Assessment

Document

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy (Full Time) 2007 Entry

MSc Physiotherapy 2008 Entry

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Northumbria University Clinical Practice Assessment Document September 2007

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Contents

Section 1

Introduction to Clinical Practice Assessment

Background Information 3

About Additional Learning Outcomes 4

About the Assessment Form 4

The Purpose of Assessment 5

Carrying Out the Assessment Procedure 6

Final Formative Assessment 7

Assessment of Competence 7

About the Clinical Assessment Document 8

Section 2

Examples of Application and Assessment Documents

The Examples of Application 11

Clinical Practice Final Assessment Summary Form 15

Learning Outcomes for Year 1 PL0406 Clinical Practice 2 16

Learning Outcomes for Year 2 PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy 17

Learning Outcomes for Year 2 PL0510 Education in Health and Rehabilitation 22

Learning Outcomes Year 3 PL0613 Developing Effective Physiotherapy Skills 23

Clinical Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form 28

Clinical Practice Danger of Failure Notification 30


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Clinical Practice

Assessment

Document

Section 1

Introduction to

Clinical Practice

Assessment



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Background Information

his document is designed to help you in the Assessment of Clinical

Practice for the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy and MSc Physiotherapy

Programmes by providing you with guidance on the assessment process. The

document provides advice on the use of the Clinical Practice Assessment

Forms.

Learning in practice is an integral part of both the BSc (Hons) and MSc

Physiotherapy. Each placement through the integration of practice based

learning and university based modules assists the student to understand the

relevance of all their learning to practice and how practice informs their

learning. Each student has been provided with a Personal and Professional

Development File designed to help him/her reflect on his/her learning

experience. This file, a student-owned document, is intended to provide a

framework for developing self-awareness and evaluation. Use of the file

facilitates practice based learning and development of the student across the

clinical practice placements.

Practice based learning occurs over eight placements in the BSc (Hons)

Physiotherapy Programme and seven placements in the MSc Physiotherapy. In

the initial placements students will develop their self-management,

interpersonal and professional practice skills related to assessment, moving and

handling and simple treatment skills. Through the middle of the programmes

the student’s management of practice skills will progress so that they are able

to begin their development as autonomous practitioners. The ability to self-

reflect should become evident in their Communication and Interpersonal Skills

and the professional practice skills of assessment and reasoning and treatment

and evaluation are emphasised. In the final placements the student continues to

develop their management and Communication and Interpersonal Skills with

the ability to self-reflect and apply the skill in practice clearly evident. The

student should be critically aware of the context in which they practice. The

clinical reasoning skills are demonstrated in practice and clinical decisions are

supported by the available evidence.

In the progression through the programmes the level of support required will

decrease as the student develops into an autonomous practitioner. The student’s

ability to critically appraise the evidence for practice and integrate it into

management strategies will become evident.

Students should use their Personal and Professional Development File, to

help them to set Additional Learning Outcomes at the beginning of each

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placement. These should be set in negotiation with their clinical educator. The

Additional Learning Outcomes should be agreed between the student and

Clinical Educator at the beginning of the placement. These should be recorded

on the Learning Outcomes and Additional Learning Outcomes Form.

About Additional Learning Outcomes

Each clinical placement on the course is assessed against a series of learning

outcomes. These outcomes can be found on the Learning Outcomes and

Additional Learning Outcomes Form. The learning environment will differ

for each clinical placement; therefore the learning experience gained by each

student will vary. A student may enter the placement with different individual

and clinical development needs. By negotiating Additional Learning

Outcomes at the beginning of the placement these development needs can be

met. The Learning Outcomes and Additional Learning Outcomes Form

provides a section for the outcomes to be recorded.

Clinical Educators offer specialist key skills in their clinical practice module,

e.g. manual hyperinflations on respiratory placements; these key skills can

form the basis of Additional Learning Outcomes. Where Additional

Learning Outcomes have been set the Clinical Educator should expect to see

evidence that the outcome has been met. For example the student may be asked

to conduct a seminar/teaching session or the Clinical Educator may elect to

observe and discuss the skill with the student.

About the Assessment Form

The Clinical Practice Assessment Form contains the competencies against

which the student should be marked for the placement. It consists of a series of

statements related to each of the key areas of practice. The statements and

grading sections for the key areas of practice are reflected on this form.

Each Learning Outcome corresponds to an area of practice indicated on the

Clinical Practice Assessment Form. These key areas of practice are listed

below.

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Clinical Practice 1 key areas of practice are:

A. Professional Conduct

B. Communication and Interpersonal Skills

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Clinical Practice 2 key areas of practice are:

A. Professional Conduct

B. Communication and Interpersonal Skills

C. Assessment and Clinical Reasoning - Moving and Handling


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BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Clinical Practice 3 – 8 key areas of practice are:

A Professional Conduct

B Communication and Interpersonal Skills

C Assessment and Clinical Reasoning

D Management and Evaluation

MSc Physiotherapy Clinical Practice 1




MSc Physiotherapy Clinical Practice 2 – 7 A Professional Conduct




The Purpose of Assessment

The Practice Based Learning undertaken by the student forms part of the

assessment for the module of study. Each module comprises a period of

academic study and practice based learning experience. The academic

component is assessed by a summative assessment whilst the practice based

learning is formatively assessed. At the end of the placement the clinical

educator will decide whether the student has reached a threshold level of

competence for each of the four areas of clinical practice. The student will be

marked as pass or fail for each area. The student must achieve a pass for each

area of clinical practice to pass the module. In addition should the student fail

to gain a pass for the section on professional suitability they will be deemed to

have failed the module.

The assessment of clinical practice is designed to:–

Promote the personal and professional development of physiotherapy

students.

Develop students as reflective practitioners.

Provide feedback to students, clinical educators, lecturers and examiners on

the standards of proficiency achieved by students in professional practice.

Provide evidence of the achievement of the core outcomes of the course.

Whilst learning in practice students benefit from feedback on performance and

areas for development both within the placement and in future practice


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placements. The process of clinical supervision and the maintenance of a

practice journal in the Personal and Professional Development File can

provide the student with evidence of their learning and development during the

placement. Formative feedback from the clinical educator will enable students

to reflect on the experience and continue their development in future practice

based learning. The frequency of formative feedback sessions will be

negotiated between the clinical educator and student (a brief weekly review is

recommended).

Carrying out the assessment procedure

A suggested sequence of actions for a Clinical Educator during a clinical

period is as follows –

Study the assessment document carefully to ensure understanding before

the start of the clinical period.

Discuss any problems or outstanding points with the Visiting Tutor at any

time.

Negotiate any Additional Learning Outcomes with the student at the

beginning of the placement.

Negotiate the frequency of formative feedback sessions.

Observe the student’s behaviour on a regular basis. Do not base your

judgement on too short a period of time or infrequent observation.

About half way through the period, a mid-placement appraisal must be

arranged. Constructive feedback at this stage will help to facilitate

professional development through the placement. A copy of the Clinical

Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form should be used as a record of

the feedback given.

In order to facilitate this mid-placement appraisal, students are expected to

make use of their Personal and Professional Development File and to

refer to any Additional Learning Outcomes to facilitate their self-

assessment of strengths and weaknesses.


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If you identify any weaknesses in the student’s performance, you must record this

and give the student feedback so that they have the opportunity to take the

remedial action necessary to succeed in the latter part of the placement. This

means that you will need to recommend the steps you feel the student needs to

take to rectify his / her weaknesses. The visiting tutor should be involved at this

stage to give advice and guidance.

You will find that your use of the competences on the Clinical Practice Final

and ½ way Assessment Form and your additional comments will help you with

this. If the student is failing the placement he or she must be made aware of

this as soon as possible. If a student is ‘failing’ at this stage, it is important that

you record the reasons for failing and the action to be taken on the Danger of

Failure Notification Form.

Final Formative Assessment

Towards the end of the placement, an appraisal interview must be arranged.

You may elect to review any evidence the student has presented towards

meeting their learning outcomes at this stage.

A grade of Pass or Fail must be recorded for professional suitability and

each area of professional / clinical practice.

Constructive feedback on areas for development at this stage will help to

facilitate professional development and prepare the student for the next /

future placement(s). The feedback should be recorded in the comments

section on the Clinical Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form and a

copy provided to the student for their Personal and Professional

Development File.

Assessment of Competence

At the end of the placement the clinical educator will decide whether the

student has reached a threshold level of competence for each of the four

areas of clinical practice and professional suitability

Should the student fail to gain a pass for the statement relating to

professional suitability they will be deemed to have failed the module.

The student will be marked as pass or fail for each area. The student must

achieve a pass for each area of clinical practice to pass the module.

Once completed the Clinical Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form

must be signed by the Clinical Educator. The student then signs the form to

confirm that they have seen and read the assessment.


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The top copy of the Clinical Practice Assessment Documents should be

returned by the student to the Assignment Office on the first Wednesday

following the placement. The bottom copy should be retained by the

student.

About the Clinical Assessment Document

The four sections of the Clinical Assessment Document are:

Clinical Practice Final Assessment Summary Form.

Learning Outcomes and Additional Learning Outcomes Form.

Clinical Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form.

Clinical Practice Danger of Failure Notification.

Please ensure you have the appropriate assessment documentation

matched to the student and placement.

The Clinical Practice Final Assessment Summary Form records the

assessment of competence and the overall comments on the student’s

performance in the placement.

The Learning Outcomes and Additional Learning Outcomes Form

provides space for the clinical educator and student to record the Additional

Learning Outcomes for each clinical placement. A copy of this form is

intended for inclusion in the student’s Personal and Professional

Development File. Students are expected to present evidence to support the

achievement of these outcomes prior to the final assessment.

The Clinical Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form comprises of a

number of competency statements against which each student will be assessed.

It is designed to guide the clinical educator and student in the identification of

key skills, behaviour and aspects of clinical performance that are required in

clinical practice.

The Clinical Practice Final and ½ way Assessment Form provides space for

specific feedback on professional suitability and the four areas of clinical

practice. Copies of the sheet can be used at feedback sessions to facilitate the

student’s development from week to week. The comments section is invaluable

for the student as it helps to facilitate professional development and prepare the

student for future placements. Comments are also invaluable when writing


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references for students. It can also be used to guide the setting of Additional

Learning Outcomes for the placement.

The Clinical Practice Danger of Failure Notification form should be used in

the event of a student performing below the threshold competency level. The

form provides a record for the university, the clinical educator and the student

of the feedback given and the steps you feel the student needs to take to rectify

his / her weaknesses.


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Clinical Practice

Assessment

Document

Section 2

Examples of Application &

Assessment Documents



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The Examples of Application

The Examples of Application is made up of skills statements for each area of

practice that correspond to areas of professional and clinical practice identified on the

Assessment Form. A series of statements help to identify and give examples for

areas of observation. Although many of the skills are applicable through all

placements each statement is highlighted to identify its emphasis on different

placements. The skills emphasised in Year One placements should continue to be

demonstrated throughout subsequent placements.

Examples of Application.

The shaded box indicates in which Clinical Practice (CP)

period the area of professional practice is emphasised.

The skills emphasised in year one should continue to be

demonstrated throughout the students clinical practice.

BSc

CP1

BSc

CP2

&

MSc

CP1

BSc

CP 3

– 6 &

MSc 2

- 7

BSc

CP 7

– 8 &

MSc

2- 7


In the matter of safety, does the student –

Clean up the bed space / treatment area and equipment after use?

Demonstrate safety factors in all treatments?

Report any need for equipment repair or request new supplies?

Know how to seek the necessary information and assistance when

carrying out a treatment programme of patient / client care?

With regard to the patient / client’s notes and the Student Physiotherapy Record, does the student –

Keep written records which are complete and accurate?

Use the correct medical terminology?

Make notes that are legible and grammatically correct?

Set out the patient record in a clear and logical format?

Set out plans of treatment in a logical and orderly manner?

Document the progress of the patient / client in a clear and logical

format?

In the matter of self-discipline, does the student –

Respect the confidentiality of patients / clients?

Exhibit regular punctual behaviour?

Maintain an acceptable manner and personal appearance?

Use ‘unscheduled’ time in a constructive manner (e.g. in self-

education etc.)?

Utilise his / her assessment documents and examples of application to

prepare for the mid-placement and end-of-placement appraisal?

Show awareness of personal needs related to practice and learning

Set additional learning outcomes for the placement


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BSc

CP1

BSc

CP2

&

MSc

CP1

BSc

CP 3

– 6 &

MSc 2

- 7

BSc

CP 7

– 8 &

MSc

2- 7

In the management of practice, does the student-

Allocate adequate time for the treatment session?

Organise the bed space / clients room / treatment area and prepare

any equipment prior to treating the patient / client?

Carry out an efficient treatment session?

Know how and when to liase with other personnel, both professional

and non-professional?

Prioritise treatments effectively in order to manage a caseload


In relationships with patients / clients and their relatives, does the student –

Obtain informed consent from the patient / client?

Make himself / herself clearly understood?

Develop a rapport with the client by:

Introducing him/herself?

Adjusting the level of communication to the individual?

Attempting to relieve apprehension and instil confidence?

In relationships with peers and colleagues, does the student –

Contribute to the maintenance of a friendly and professional

atmosphere by:

Respecting the confidentiality of information?

Demonstrating tact and discretion?

Demonstrating courtesy and respect?

Showing willingness to help colleagues and patients / clients?

Understand and act on instructions given?

Respond positively to constructive feedback?

Demonstrate tolerance, patience and sensitivity and adapt these to the

differing needs of patients / clients and their relatives?

Discuss the care of the patient / client in an informed way with other

members of the team?

Integrate with other members of the health care team.


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BSc

CP1

BSc

CP2

&

MSc

CP1

BSc

CP 3

– 6 &

MSc 2

- 7

BSc

CP 7

– 8 &

MSc

2- 7


When moving or handling patients / clients, does the student –

Demonstrate safety at all times when working with patients?

Request assistance when uncertain about how to proceed in any

treatment session?

Make the patient / client comfortable and question the patient / client

during the procedure to identify any discomfort?

Give patients / clients / other staff an appropriate explanation and

instruction?

Perform selected patient / client handling procedures effectively?

Organise the bed space / clients room / treatment area and prepare

any equipment?

Clean up the bed space / clients room / treatment area and equipment

after use?

In assessing patients / clients, does the student –

Make the patient / client comfortable and put them at their ease?

Make use of any sources of information available?

Ask questions which are relevant to the patients / clients condition?

Examine the patient / client using:

Objective tests which are appropriate?

Investigative equipment correctly?

Identify the problems?

Keep a satisfactory written record of the patients / clients’

assessments?

Demonstrate knowledge integration in the assessment

In evaluating the findings of the assessment does the student –

Use the information gained in the assessment to inform treatment

goals?

Apply knowledge of the diagnosis, aetiology and prognosis of the

patient / client’s condition?

Prioritise the problems and their management?

Justify the conclusions reached and provide evidence for this?

Identify both short and long term objectives of physiotherapy

treatment and overall management.


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BSc

CP1

BSc

CP2

&

MSc

CP1

BSc

CP 3

– 6 &

MSc 2

- 7

BSc

CP 7

– 8 &

MSc

2- 7

When devising treatment / management plans, does the student -

Have knowledge of the suitable methods of treatment and

management?

Select appropriate treatment / management options?

When devising treatment / management plans, does the student -

Show an awareness of the effects of therapy?

Justify the selection of treatment / management options?

Use the best available evidence to inform the management / treatment

plan


When implementing treatment / management does the student –

Give an explanation of the role of the physiotherapist?

Explain to the patient / client / carer the treatment / management that

will be given?

Make the patient / client comfortable before treatment?

Question the patient / client during treatment, to determine the effects

of treatment and adapt the treatment according to the patient / client’s

needs?

Know the indications and contra-indications of specific treatment

methods?

Implement adequate safety precautions during treatment?

Perform the treatment methods effectively?

Make appropriate use of the facilities available in the health care

setting?

Give instructions to the patient / client / carer on self-help?

Demonstrate innovation and initiative in practice

In evaluating the treatment / management, does the student –

Refer to initial assessments?

Question the patient / client regarding the effectiveness of the

treatment?

Assess the effectiveness of the treatment using:

Objective tests which are appropriate?

Investigative equipment correctly?

Know how and when to liase with other personnel, both professional

and non-professional?

Reflect on the treatment / management of the patient / client?

Integrate the evidence for management into the reasoning process


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Northumbria University BSc and MSc Physiotherapy

CLINICAL PRACTICE FINAL ASSESSMENT SUMMARY FORM

STUDENT:

CLINICAL

PLACEMENT &

MODULE NUMBER

CLINICAL EDUCATOR

DATES OF PLACEMENT

UNIVERSITY

VISITING TUTOR

HOSPITAL/UNIT:

RECORD OF ABSENCE:

Key: U Unauthorized absence; L=Late; S=Sick; A=Appointment; O=Open day; I=Interview

Week Total Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1

2

3

4

5

6

Total Hours

PASS/

FAIL COMMENTS & RECOMMENDATIONS

PROFESSIONAL

SUITABILITY

FINAL ASSESSMENT

PASS (P) / FAIL (F)

To pass the placement the student must achieve a pass in professional suitability each of the areas of

clinical practice appropriate to the placement. Failure in any one section (A, B, C & D) will result in an

overall failure of the placement.

STUDENT SIGNATURE:

CLINICAL EDUCATOR SIGNATURE: DATE:

Students must hand in the completed assessmentdocuments to: Assignments Office, School of Health,

Community and Education Studies, Coach Lane Campus, Coach Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE7 7XA; on the Wednesday immediately following the placement. Top Copy: University Second Copy: Student

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BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

Year 1 PL0406 Clinical Practice 2

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the Clinical practice period the student will be able to:

1. Demonstrate ethical, legal and moral professional attributes in all areas of physiotherapy

practice in accordance with the CSP Rules of Professional Conduct, HPC Standards of

Proficiency for Physiotherapists and Standards of Conduct Performance and Ethics and

local policies and procedures. [ABC]

2. Communicate safely and effectively as a professional with patients / clients carers and

colleagues. [AB]

3. Demonstrate safety and effectiveness in the manual and mechanical moving and

therapeutic handling of patients with support from the clinical educator. [C]

4. With consent from the individual collect appropriate information as part of a clinical

assessment. [C]

5. With guidance from the clinical educator identify and analyse patients / clients needs and

problems. [C]

6. With consent from the individual demonstrate safe and effective application of selected

therapeutic skills with support from the clinical educator. [C]

7. Apply background knowledge and understanding of pathology appropriate for the

individual patient / client. [C]

8. Keep accurate patient records in accordance with existing policies and current legislation.

[AB]

9. Reflect upon own abilities and learning in developing their continuing professional

practice. [AB]

Clinical Educator & Student:

Please use this sheet to record the additional learning outcomes for the

clinical placement. These should be negotiated at the beginning of the placement.

Additional Learning Outcomes:

Signature of student:

Date:

Signature of clinical educator:

Date:

Top Copy: University Second Copy: Student


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Year 2 PL0512 Movement Science Applied to Physiotherapy

Learning Outcomes

Musculoskeletal Clinical Practice:


1 Demonstrate ethical, legal and moral professional attributes in all areas of

physiotherapy practice in accordance with the CSP Rules of Professional Conduct,

HPC Standards of Proficiency for Physiotherapists and Standards of Conduct

Performance and Ethics and local policies and procedures. [ABCD]

2 Work effectively and sensitively in a professional manner with patients, carers,

colleagues and other health and social care workers. [AB]

3 With consent from the individual assess individual patient / client needs by identifying

and analysing problems arising from disorders of the musculoskeletal system with

support from the clinical educator. [C]

4 With consent from the individual implement safe, effective and efficient

physiotherapy treatment in response to their needs with support from the clinical

educator. [D]

5 Apply the evidence base of physiotherapy practice to justify the management of

patient / client care. [CD]

6 Use clinical reasoning skills to justify the selection and modification of appropriate

programmes of physiotherapy in response to individual patient / client needs with

support from the clinical educator. [CD]

7 Keep accurate patient records in accordance with existing policies and current

legislation. [AB]

8 Reflect upon own abilities and learning in developing their continuing professional

practice. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Neurology Clinical Practice:





local policies and procedures [ABCD].

2. Work effectively and sensitively in a professional manner with patients, carers, colleagues

and other health and social care workers[AB].

3. With consent from the individual assess individual patient / client needs by identifying and

analysing problems arising from disorders of the neurological system with support from

the clinical educator [C].

4. With consent from the individual implement safe, effective and efficient physiotherapy

treatment in response to their needs with support from the clinical educator [D].

5. Apply the evidence base of physiotherapy practice to justify the management of patient /

client care [CD].

6. Use clinical reasoning skills to justify the selection and modification of appropriate

programmes of physiotherapy in response to individual patient / client needs with support

from the clinical educator [CD].

7. Keep accurate patient records in accordance with existing policies and current legislation

[AB].

8. Reflect upon own abilities and learning in developing their continuing professional practice

[AB].






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Cardio-respiratory Clinical Practice:





local policies and procedures. [ABCD]


and other health and social care workers. [AB]


analysing problems arising from disorders of the cardio-respiratory system with support

from the clinical educator. [C]


treatment in response to their needs with support from the clinical educator. [D]


client care. [CD]



from the clinical educator. [CD]


[AB]


practice. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Specialist Client Group Clinical Practice:







and other health and social care workers.[AB]


analysing problems arising from disorders of the musculoskeletal, neurological and cardio-

respiratory system with support from the clinical educator.[C]




client care. [CD]




7. Keep accurate patient records in accordance with existing policies and current

legislation.[AB]


practice. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Care of the Older Person Clinical Practice:










respiratory system with support from the clinical educator. [C]




client care. [CD]





[AB]


practice. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Year 2 PL0510 Education in Health and Rehabilitation

Learning Outcomes

Elective Clinical Practice:




Proficiency for Physiotherapists and Standards of Conduct Performance and Ethics and local

policies and procedures. [ABCD]





respiratory system with support from the clinical educator. [C]




client care. [CD]





[AB]

8. Reflect upon own abilities and learning in developing their continuing professional practice.

[AB]

9. Demonstrate timely, effective communication and negotiation skill in the organisation of this

practice experience. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Year 3 PL0613 Developing Effective Physiotherapy Skills

Learning Outcomes

Musculoskeletal Clinical Practice:






2. Liaise, collaborate and negotiate safely, effectively and sensitively in a professional manner

with patients, carers, colleagues and other health and social care workers. [AB]


analysing problems arising from disorders of the musculoskeletal system. [C]


treatment in response to their needs. [D]

5. Effectively evaluate and modify physiotherapy management programmes in response to

individual patient / client needs. [CD]

6. Provide a reasoned justification for physiotherapy assessment intervention, progression and

evaluation using best available evidence. [CD]


[AB]


[AB]

9. Demonstrate effective time management and organisational skills, working effectively as a

team member. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Neurology Clinical Practice:









analysing problems arising from disorders of the neurological system. [C]




individual patient / client needs [CD]




[AB]


[AB]


team member. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Cardio-respiratory Clinical Practice:









analysing problems arising from disorders of the cardio-respiratory system. [C]








[AB]


[AB]


team member. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Specialist Client Group Clinical Practice:










respiratory system. [C]








[AB]


[AB]


team member. [AB]






Date:


Date:



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Learning Outcomes

Care of the Older Person Clinical Practice:





policies and procedures.


with patients, carers, colleagues and other health and social care workers



respiratory system.


treatment in response to their needs.


individual patient / client needs


evaluation using best available evidence.








Date:


Date:



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Northumbria University BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy & MSc Physiotherapy

Clinical Practice Final and ½ way

Assessment Form

FAIL PASS Student Name Clinical Educator

Date

Professional Suitability

Demonstrates ethical, legal and moral professional attributes in all

areas of physiotherapy practice in accordance with the CSP Rules

of Professional Conduct, HPC Standards of Proficiency for

Physiotherapists and Standards of Conduct Performance and

Ethics and local policies and procedures.

A Professional Conduct Recommendations for development Manages and organises professional practice effectively.

Complies with the health and safety policies of the unit / service /

trust.

Demonstrates professionalism in interactions with colleagues,

clients and members of the multidisciplinary team.

Promotes equality and non-discriminatory practice.

Undertakes responsibility for own personal and professional

development.

Negotiates learning outcomes for the placement with the clinical

educator.

Aware of personal needs related to practice and learning.

Demonstrates the skills of independent learning.

Uses unscheduled time effectively.

Requests assistance when needed and responds positively to

feedback / constructive criticism.

B Communication and Interpersonal Skills Recommendations for development Demonstrates effective oral communication skills, shows clear

awareness of client / carers needs and demonstrates sensitivity and

empathy with the individual client / carer.

Communicates effectively with colleagues and members of the

multidisciplinary team.

Demonstrates awareness of roles and responsibility.

The skills of listening and explaining are used effectively in

interactions.

Demonstrates the ability to self reflect and is able to apply these

skills to practice.



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Clinical Practice Final and ½ way

Assessment Form

FAIL PASS Student Name Clinical Educator

Date

C Assessment and Clinical Reasoning Recommendations for development Identifies and analyses the clients problems independently from

clear and succinct assessment.

Demonstrates practical skill in the implementation of the

assessment.

Effectively justifies the choice of assessment process

Demonstrates clinical reasoning skills

Applies background knowledge and understanding of pathology,

assessment strategies, diagnosis, prognosis and psychosocial

issues in the formulation of realistic treatment objectives for the

individual client / patient.

Evaluation and the objectives / treatment goals informed by

critical use of the best available evidence.

Written reports set out logically with no omissions.

D Management and Evaluation Recommendations for Development Demonstrates the implementation and performance of therapeutic

skill.

Shows application of initiative and innovation in practice.

Aware of the effects of therapy, the indications and

contraindications of treatment and applies these effectively to the

individual presentation of the client / patient.

Demonstrates safety and awareness of issues of safety, applies

these to practice.

Evidence of re-evaluation; treatment modification and continued

planning of management.

Justifies the decisions made with critical use of the best available

evidence to support the decision.



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CLINICAL PRACTICE

DANGER OF FAILURE NOTIFICATION

CLINICAL

PLACEMENT &

MODULE NUMBER:

STUDENT:

HOSPITAL/UNIT:

CLINICAL

EDUCATOR:

DATES: UNIVERSITY TUTOR:

COMMENTS

1 Area of concern:

2 Specific recommendations:

3 Outcomes to be met:

4 Review date:

SIGNATURE STUDENT: DATE

SIGNATURE CLINICAL EDUCATOR:

SIGNATURE ACADEMIC /

UNIVERSITY TUTOR:
