Australian-Professional-Standards-Practices

Standard 4.3 Analyses and responds to problems related to
patient treatment and care
This standard relates to the ability of radiographers and radiation therapists to access,
and interpret clinical information and apply professional judgement to formulate an
objective response. It looks at their capacity to recognise and define problems within
the patient care setting, and to develop a strategy to solve these. It also incorporates
evaluation of the proposed solution.
Element 1: Identify problems as they arise in clinical practice
Indicators
Cues
1. Reflect upon clinical practice to
recognise potential problems as they
arise
• Predicts potential problems, and reacts
appropriately to prevent the problem or
minimise its effect.
• Addresses problems which directly impact
on immediate workflow as they occur.
2. Analyses the reason for the
problem
• Ascertains and describes the cause of
problems.
• Analyses and describes factors which may
lead to an escalation of the issue.
• Identifies all involved factors to ensure a
comprehensive understanding of the
problem.
Element 2: Apply knowledge and experience to solve problems and ensure care is
delivered to achieve best practice
Indicators
1. Develops a plan for resolving the
problem.
Cues
• Explores options to resolve the issue.
• Formulates varying approaches to resolve
the problem.
• Selects the most appropriate solution for
the best possible outcome.
• Applies critical thinking and problem
solving strategies when indicated.
2. Uses a collaborative approach to
reach a resolution
• Aim to find a solution which suits all
affected parties wherever possible.
• Gain the cooperation of all parties in the
implementation of the agreed solution to
the problem.
Element 3: Monitors and reviews the issue and modifies solutions as required
Indicators
Cues
1. Regularly reviews the situation • Reviews the situation to ensure there has
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