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Interprofessional collaborative teamwork facilitates patient centred care: a student practitioner's perspective.
1Edge Hill University, Faculty of Health and Social Care, Armstrong House, Manchester Technology Centre, Broncaster Road, Manchester, M1 7ED. mark.osbiston@go.edgehill.ac.uk
Interprofessional teamwork enhances perioperative patient care. Operating department practitioners (ODPs) and nurses are key members, guided by professional standards and ethical principles in their practice.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare
- Nursing
- Surgical Care
Background:
- Effective interprofessional teamwork is crucial for patient-centered perioperative care.
- Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) and nurses are vital registered practitioners within the perioperative team.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the role of registered practitioners within the interprofessional perioperative team.
- To explore this role from a student's theoretical and practical viewpoint.
Main Methods:
- The article discusses the professional roles based on theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
- It examines the standards of conduct, communication, ethics, and confidentiality relevant to perioperative practice.
Main Results:
- Registered practitioners' roles are defined by professional standards, ethical guidelines, and legal requirements.
- Interprofessional collaboration is fundamental to delivering safe and effective perioperative patient care.
Conclusions:
- The integration of ODPs and nurses within the interprofessional team is essential for optimal perioperative outcomes.
- Understanding the practitioner role within this collaborative framework is key for student development and practice.
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