Reflection

Throughout my clinical placements, I have come to appreciate the power of reflection as a learning skill. Engaging in daily reflection has allowed me to evaluate my performance, identify areas of strength, and recognise opportunities for growth. This process not only refines my clinical competence but also deepens my understanding of professional practice and patient-centred care.

Every day during my placement, I make time to reflect on what I did well and where I need improvement. For example, I often write about moments when I effectively communicated with patients or successfully applied clinical techniques I learned in class. I also record situations where I struggled—such as time management or clinical reasoning under pressure. I keep these reflections in a professional journal, which serves as evidence of my ongoing learning process. One such reflection was a about a chest x-ray I did for a paediatric patient where I was reminded of how vital lead markers are. I have reflected this experience using the 'Gibbs cycle of reflection' (Gibbs, 1988).

Through journaling, I have learned to think critically about my actions and decisions. This habit helps me identify patterns in my performance and make conscious efforts to improve. Journalling my reflections has also strengthened my academic writing and self-awareness. It allows me to connect theory with practice and view challenges as opportunities to learn, rather than setbacks

Overall, reflection has become an integral part of how I learn and develop as a future radiographer. By consistently evaluating my strengths and weaknesses, I am able to adapt, improve, and provide better patient care. This reflective practice will continue to guide me toward becoming a competent, confident, and compassionate radiographer.

Evidence and References

Reflection Evidence

Click image to expand

References