When using a professional practice reflective journal, which of the following is not correct?
a. The nurse should only look at negative feelings.
b. It is important that the recordings be made assoon as possible and at least daily
c. The nurse should look at both positive andnegative feelings.
d. The nurse should ask probing questions about
clinical practice.
a
When using a professional reflective journal, nurses are
encouraged to look at both positive and negative feelings,
situations and/or outcomes.
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