Reference: APA 7

Description:

A critical evaluation of an infection prevention and control practice, procedure, or policy

Critically examine an infection control practice, procedure or policy in your work area.

Synthesizing your infection control knowledge, safety and cost effectiveness & where appropriate, the need to respect cultural values –

Make recommendations to improve practice.

Describe how you will implement and evaluate these changes and take appropriate action

Essay Structure

The following structure, is a requirement and will enable you to address the requirements of the essay, and ensure you attend to each aspect of a critical evaluation which is what the essay requires.

INTRODUCTION

Provides a clear overview of why the improvement project was needed that conveys to the reader the direction the assignment will take.

BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT

The aim/rationale of project are clearly described. This section mounts a convincing argument for the intervention. Initial audit/observation against a known standard, guidance or the literature Includes detail of the staffing and resources, project team, history of current practices and workplace readiness for this improvement is discussed.

STRATEGY

The improvement strategy (intervention) is explained. Discussion and analysis of stakeholders, engagement, implementation strategy for the intervention, analysis of barriers and obstacles and communication strategies are outlined and justified

EVALUATION

Demonstrates understanding of how the intervention is/was evaluated or measured, includes discussion of evaluation method, clearly identifying what the intervention is being measured against. Evaluation method reflects the aims and objectives of the project.

CONCLUSION

Summarizes and draws together the findings and outcomes of the project