3.1 Applies clinical knowledge in the practising environment; draws all knowledge together and builds upon what they have learnt to benefit the person receiving care
In terms of the SJT, this means that you should consider all information given in the question.
3.2 Demonstrates proactivity and persistence when seeking a solution, whilst also demonstrating awareness of when sufficient information has been obtained
The second half of this is of interest – you should be aware of how much information is enough. Using the example above, seeking the help of a senior and using the hospital protocol might be enough, without adding in speaking to juniors and patients.
3.3 Knows where to find and access information, or seeks to find out when uncertain
This is vital. You must secure enough information to make an informed decision. Do not jump to conclusions.
3.4 Undertakes a holistic approach to problem solving and decision making; integrates and assimilates information about the individual from different sources to ensure a person-centred outcome (NHS Values 1)
Your work should be done with the goal of helping others – that means that when you’re making a decision it should be a compassionate one. For example, you may wish to select two options that allow you to find more information, and one that uses that information sensibly – e.g. ‘take the colleague aside privately and raise your concerns’ after finding out two pieces of information about their behaviour.
3.5 Explores multiple options when problem solving and making decisions; weighs up pros and cons associated with all options, and 3.6: Identifies the most important and relevant pieces of information effectively
As stated above, you should learn which pieces of information are of use, or which avenues to follow. Focus on specifics and avoid vagaries.
3.7 Critically appraises information; applies a questioning approach and seeks to further understand and explore rather than taking things at face value & 3.8 Undertakes a logical and systematic approach to problem solving; methodically working through an issue or problem
In the context of the SJT, that means considering each option and selecting those that show an ability to zoom out and work rationally. Don’t make a decision immediately, but instead emphasise that you would seek appropriate information. This might be of particular relevance when dealing with a colleague who has behaved poorly, for example, and whose behaviour has been relayed to you only through gossip.
3.9 Effectively uses mathematical skills in pharmaceutical calculations in the context of person-centred care
This is of less relevance in the SJT.