A 2000-word assignment analysing an example of a clinical risk – My focus is pressure ulcers (Module Learning Outcomes) 1. Identify and analyse what constitutes risk in the clinical and community environment and discuss strategies that help to realise potential opportunities whilst managing adverse effects (F) (S) 2. Understand how to assess risk, including frequency and severity while implementing strategies to reduce and eliminate risk (F) (S) 3. Understand the need for excellent documentation regarding concerns and information about people who are in vulnerable situations (F) (S) You are required to analyse an example of a risk situation that you have encountered in practice. This could be a specific risk that applies to a client (e.g. risk of developing or exacerbating a pressure ulcer, risk of developing malnutrition, etc.) or a more general risk (e.g. risk of spread of infection, risk of not being able to maintain a safe environment for clients, fire risk etc). Your assignment should cover elements defining and identifying risk, risk assessment, strategies for reducing risk and documentation requirements and consideration of how this might affect your future practice (as per the learning outcomes above). You will be expected to present an assignment that follows a standard approach of introduction, body and concluding remarks. You may use sub-headings if you wish. You may also use appendices if you wish to support / supplement the main discussion in your assignment. You will need to draw upon contemporary literature, local and national policy documents plus the formative group work undertaken during the module as appropriate to underpin and support your assignment. You must ensure that confidentiality and anonymity are always maintained within your work.