Strategies to promote inclusivity – What could individuals or society do to help include this group, and how can nurses empower individuals to help themselves utilising any strategies already in place e.g. policies, guidelines, advise sheets, patient groups, charities.

Reflection on self-awareness and resilience (approximately 500 words) – Consider your own values and beliefs about other people, and your thoughts and feelings on how others have or could treat you, and the coping mechanisms you have or need to develop.

What has it felt like to consider your own stereotyping views of people?
Are you able to be honest about your views of others?
Have any of your opinions been challenged through the learning?
Are there any aspects that you feel you should, or would, want to change?
What have you learned which will help you cope with any stereotyping behaviours/actions that people might aim towards you?
Are there any coping mechanisms/skills you need to develop to build your resilience
Conclusion – Summarise the main points of the essay.

This assessment links to the module learning outcomes:

Knowledge and understanding

1.Identify and reflect upon personal, lay and professional concepts of physical and mental health, and the impact of stereotyping on an individual and their family, with consideration for the importance of equality and diversity.

2.Demonstrate understanding of the potential difficulties in accessing healthcare and the concept of person-centred and family-centred care.

Intellectual, practical, affective and transferable skills

3.Explore self-awareness and resilience, recognising the importance in relation to the role of the nurse and collaborative team working.

4.Reflect on the concept of patient safety and the potential vulnerability within patient groups.