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Joshua P Metlay - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

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  • factors that influence the Clinical Decision Making of novice and experienced physical therapists
    Physical Therapy, 2011
    Co-Authors: Susan Wainwright, Katherine F Shepard, Laurinda B Harman, James Stephens
    Abstract:

    Background The depth and breadth of prior experience informs Clinical Decision Making in novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians. Objectives The aims of this research were to identify differences in Clinical Decision-Making abilities and processes between novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians and to develop a model of the factors that influence Clinical Decision Making. Design Qualitative research methods and grounded theory were used to gain insight into the factors and experiences that inform Clinical Decision Making. Methods Three participant pairs (each pair consisted of 1 novice physical therapist and 1 experienced physical therapist) were purposively selected from 3 inpatient rehabilitation settings. Case summaries from each participant provided the basis for within- and across-case analyses. The credibility of the results was established through checking of the case summaries by the participants, presentation of low-inference data, and triangulation across multiple data sources and within and across participant groups. Results The factors that influenced Clinical Decision Making were categorized as informative or directive. Novice participants relied more on informative factors, whereas experienced participants were more likely to rely on directive factors. An intermediate effect beyond novice practice was observed. Conclusions The results of this study may be used by educators and employers to develop and structure learning experiences and mentoring opportunities for students and novice learners with the aim of facilitating the development of skills and abilities consistent with expert Clinical Decision Making.

  • novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians a comparison of how reflection is used to inform the Clinical Decision Making process
    Physical Therapy, 2010
    Co-Authors: Susan Wainwright, Katherine F Shepard, Laurinda B Harman, James Stephens
    Abstract:

    Background Prior experience informs Clinical Decision Making and shapes how reflection is used by novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians. Objectives The aims of this research were: (1) to determine the types and extent of reflection that informs the Clinical Decision-Making process and (2) to compare the use of reflection to direct and assess Clinical Decisions made by novice and experienced physical therapists. Design Qualitative research methods using grounded theory were used to gain insight into how physical therapists use reflection to inform Clinical Decision Making. Methods Three participant pairs (each pair consisting of one novice and one experienced physical therapist) were purposively selected from 3 inpatient rehabilitation settings. Case summaries of each participant provided the basis for within- and across-case analysis. Credibility of these results was established through member check of the case summaries, presentation of low-inference data, and triangulation across multiple data sources and within and across the participant groups. Results Although all participants engaged in reflection-on-action, the experienced participants did so with greater frequency. The experienced participants were distinguished by their use of reflection-in-action and self-assessment during therapist-patient interactions. An intermediate effect beyond novice practice was observed. Conclusions The results of this study may be used by educators and employers to develop and structure learning experiences and mentoring opportunities to facilitate Clinical Decision-Making abilities and the development of the skills necessary for reflection in students and novice practitioners.

Susan Wainwright - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • factors that influence the Clinical Decision Making of novice and experienced physical therapists
    Physical Therapy, 2011
    Co-Authors: Susan Wainwright, Katherine F Shepard, Laurinda B Harman, James Stephens
    Abstract:

    Background The depth and breadth of prior experience informs Clinical Decision Making in novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians. Objectives The aims of this research were to identify differences in Clinical Decision-Making abilities and processes between novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians and to develop a model of the factors that influence Clinical Decision Making. Design Qualitative research methods and grounded theory were used to gain insight into the factors and experiences that inform Clinical Decision Making. Methods Three participant pairs (each pair consisted of 1 novice physical therapist and 1 experienced physical therapist) were purposively selected from 3 inpatient rehabilitation settings. Case summaries from each participant provided the basis for within- and across-case analyses. The credibility of the results was established through checking of the case summaries by the participants, presentation of low-inference data, and triangulation across multiple data sources and within and across participant groups. Results The factors that influenced Clinical Decision Making were categorized as informative or directive. Novice participants relied more on informative factors, whereas experienced participants were more likely to rely on directive factors. An intermediate effect beyond novice practice was observed. Conclusions The results of this study may be used by educators and employers to develop and structure learning experiences and mentoring opportunities for students and novice learners with the aim of facilitating the development of skills and abilities consistent with expert Clinical Decision Making.

  • novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians a comparison of how reflection is used to inform the Clinical Decision Making process
    Physical Therapy, 2010
    Co-Authors: Susan Wainwright, Katherine F Shepard, Laurinda B Harman, James Stephens
    Abstract:

    Background Prior experience informs Clinical Decision Making and shapes how reflection is used by novice and experienced physical therapist clinicians. Objectives The aims of this research were: (1) to determine the types and extent of reflection that informs the Clinical Decision-Making process and (2) to compare the use of reflection to direct and assess Clinical Decisions made by novice and experienced physical therapists. Design Qualitative research methods using grounded theory were used to gain insight into how physical therapists use reflection to inform Clinical Decision Making. Methods Three participant pairs (each pair consisting of one novice and one experienced physical therapist) were purposively selected from 3 inpatient rehabilitation settings. Case summaries of each participant provided the basis for within- and across-case analysis. Credibility of these results was established through member check of the case summaries, presentation of low-inference data, and triangulation across multiple data sources and within and across the participant groups. Results Although all participants engaged in reflection-on-action, the experienced participants did so with greater frequency. The experienced participants were distinguished by their use of reflection-in-action and self-assessment during therapist-patient interactions. An intermediate effect beyond novice practice was observed. Conclusions The results of this study may be used by educators and employers to develop and structure learning experiences and mentoring opportunities to facilitate Clinical Decision-Making abilities and the development of the skills necessary for reflection in students and novice practitioners.