Eastern Washington University Nursing Essay

Pre-event activities for Students

1. Listen to the 30-minute podcast: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/14/podcasts/the-daily/nursing-homes-antipsychotics.html
2. Review the Antipsychotic Information Sheet
3. Submit a written reflection:

In the podcast, it was stated that, “caring for our older people in this country is just simply not a priority. And it’s often really overlooked, which is really tragic.” This statement is through the lens of this patient’s story and thus may reflect a bias. Similarly, our own individual work and personal experiences may impact our perceptions leading to bias. Describe your experiences or inexperience that could impact how you interpret the content discussed in the podcast. Why is it important to recognize our own bias as healthcare professionals?

Post-event Reflection for Students

1. Submit a written reflection:

Describe a work or personal experience that involved an ethical dilemma where you believed something was wrong and wanted to speak up, but may have felt reluctant or was unsure how to word it. Also, discuss if the experience with this interprofessional education event has helped you to feel more prepared in approaching those types of difficult situations.