A critical analysis of a tripartite clinical decision involving a student, midwife and client

Abstract Clinical decision-making is integral to contemporary healthcare. Midwives support and advocate for primarily healthy women throughout a life-altering transition, as set out in the code. They provide safe, evidence-based, compassionate and individualised care in partnership with women, to promote choice and shared decision-making. This critical reflection analyses a tripartite clinical decision, focusing on the hypothetico-deductive and dual processing models. This is an opportune time to reflect upon one's own practice, particularly in light of the Ockenden report, to ensure high professional standards are maintained collaboratively across all parties involved in a clinical decision.