This essay will explore a case scenario I attended whilst on placement. It will illustrate the fundamental principles of communication applied within inter-professional working. Furthermore, it will identify frameworks and communication tools used effectively in the collaborative of the MDT. The Gibbs' Reflective Cycle (1988) will guide me in my reflection. Although, newer models have since been produced, I believe this model will provide a clear and accurate evaluation of my case scenario.
The scenario to be critical analysed is a ‘Manager’s hearing’. This takes place when a person, who previously received in-patient care under a section 3 of the Mental Health Act, is transferred into the community on a CTO.

For the purpose of this text, I will not be using the names of those who attend the hearing, therefore, complying with the NMC code of conduct (2008), which enforces the rights to confidentiality for …show more content…
This was my first opportunity to attend a meeting involving a patient and MDT. Those who attended were myself, a community mental health nurse, doctor, social worker, three independent person(s), the adult and advocate. The purpose of the managers hearing, was to determine whether it was in the best interest of the client, to be removed from the CTO. No family of the adult were present.
The hearing was held at the Community Mental Health clinic, a place well known by the adult and MDT, allowing each individual to feel comfortable in their surroundings. The room was at the back of the building, allowing no disturbances from interruptions, such as noise. Julia Blazer Riley (2012) suggest that the environment can influence the receiver’s interruption of the message they’re receiving from the sender. Therefore, it is importance that the settings used are appropriate to each individual, as this can be detrimental to