Abbreviations not to be used Additional Abbreviations, Acronyms and Symbols Don’t Use Potential Problem Use Instead > (greater than) < (less than) Misinterpreted as the number “7” or the letter “L” Confused for one another Write “greater than” Write “less than” Abbreviations for drug names Misinterpreted due to similar abbreviations for multiple Write drug names in full Apothecary Unfamiliar to many practitioners Confused with metric units Use metric units @ Mistaken for the number “2” (two) Write “at” cc Mistaken for u (units) when poorly written Write “ml” or “millilitres” µg / mcg Mistaken for mg (milligrams) resulting in one thousand-fold overdose Write “micrograms” 1/12 Unclear, easily mistaken 1 month 1/52 Unclear, easily mistaken Write 1 week 1/7 Unclear, easily mistaken Write 1 day Appendix 1 - Student Job Description & Agreement Job Student Occupational Therapist/ Physiotherapist/ Dietitian Clinical Area: QMC & City Campus - Inpatient and Outpatient departments Responsible to: Clinical Educator/Supervisor Job Summary: The length of each placement varies according to the University and stage of training. Each placement offers the opportunity to consolidate the learning that has been acquired in an academic situation into a practical environment, appropriate to the stage of education. In undertaking this role, the student will be expected to behave at all in a way that is consistent with, and actively supports the Trust’s shared values and to ensure they comply with the ‘’ identified by the HCPC. Main duties and responsibilities:
APPENDIX 3 - Therapy Student Confidentiality Declaration I understand that the trust requires me to maintain confidentiality of information about the hospital, its staff and its patients, which I may hear, see or read during my working day. I am also aware that any unauthorised disclosure of information will be treated extremely seriously and will immediately be reported, leading to the termination of my placement. It has also been explained to me that a breach of confidentiality under the Data Protection Act 1998 could lead to prosecution. I have completed Information Governance training prior to starting my placement. I am aware that I should consult my supervising manager if I am unsure of any particular aspect of confidentiality. I declare that I will: Only access patient records when I have a justifiable reason for doing so. Only escalate/share patient or sensitive information if appropriate and in line with Trust policy and protocol. Always stop and think “who am I speaking to”. Lock my PC when I am away from the desk (by pressing the control, alt and delete buttons together). Never store patient information on my local hard drive or on any portable media. Ensure that patients understand how I use their information/gain consent to share information. Keep all passwords safe and secure.
Report any information security incidents e.g. incident reporting/whistle blowing policy as appropriate. Practice safe faxing. Completion of IG training. Student Signature: ______ __________ ___ Practice Facilitator Signature: ________ ____________ _ Full Name capitals): _____ _____________________ Full Name (block capitals): ________ ________________ _ Date: ____ _____ ____ ________________ Date: ____ _____ APPENDIX 4 -Student Signature Record Details: Name: Address: Postcode: University address: Home tel no. Mobile tel no. Signature: Initials: APPENDIX 5 - Non-Return of Student Form In the unlikely event of a student going ‘missing-in-action’, it is important we have an accurate record of appropriate details. Please complete the following: Personal Description: Sex: Ethnic origin: Build: Height: Eye colour: Hair colour and style: Car: