Use of an adapted problem-based learning approach to aid the development of clinical audit skills in a palliative care setting.
OBJECTIVE
To share the experiences of an adapted problem-based learning approach to audit within a palliative care setting.


METHODS
A small group learning approach to design and undertake an audit.


RESULTS
This approach was a positive learning experience within clinical practice that enabled the group to develop their knowledge of audit planning, design, analysis and reporting as well as their problem-solving, written and communication skills.


CONCLUSIONS
The facilitated group approach promoted shared learning, problem solving and the opportunity to develop audit skills within a supportive environment. Overall, this approach enabled the participants to gain confidence by engaging in learning within the work setting.
Lawton
Sally
S
NHS Grampian, Aberdeen, Scotland. slawton@nhs.net
Collie
Justine
J
Bird
Jaki
J
Macfarlane
Wilma
W
Milne
Cath
C
Paul
Michelle
M
Peace
Shona
S
D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D010166:Palliative Care; D018794:Problem-Based Learning