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Assumpta Yamuragiye1,2, Elizabeth Anne Kinsella2
1School of Health sciences, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, Kigali, Rwanda.
Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences
|July 16, 2025
Summary
Reflective practice enhances anesthesia education by connecting theory and practice. Analyzing critical incidents through reflection promotes experiential learning and knowledge generation for improved professional practice.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Anesthesiology
- Professional Development
Background:
- Reflective practice is crucial for knowledge generation and improving professional practices.
- It facilitates a dialogue between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
- The role of reflective practice in anesthesia clinical education and practice requires further clarification.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the benefits and applications of reflective practice within anesthesia clinical education.
- To explore how reflective practice can be integrated into anesthesia training programs.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of two case studies involving critical incidents in anesthesia clinical settings.
- Examination of how reflective practice can be applied to these cases to advance knowledge.
Main Results:
- Reflective practice, especially when applied to critical incidents, significantly contributes to experiential learning.
- Case studies demonstrated the value of reflection in bridging the gap between theory and practice.
Conclusions:
- Reflective practice offers a valuable framework for enhancing anesthesia education.
- It aids in developing a deeper understanding and improving practical skills in anesthesiology.
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