Student ______

Date of Rotation______

Mom Baby (MB)

OBJECTIVES

After participation in this rotation, the Health Science student will gain knowledge ofvarious procedures that areperformed on the Mom Baby Unit, will be able to identify what types of staff members are employed on the units and their roles, and will be able to identify the important aspects of care on the Mom Baby floor.

PRE-ROTATION ASSIGNMENT Instructor______

Define the following terms:

1. post-partum

  1. lactation
  1. lochia
  1. lochia rubra
  1. colostrum
  1. meconium
  1. neonatal jaundice
  1. ABO/RH incompatibility
  1. fontanel
  1. Ballard gestational age assessment
  1. Sitz bath
  1. thrombophlebitis
  1. post partum hemorrhage
  1. Describe the concept of “post partum blues”.
  1. Describe fundal massage and its purpose.
  1. Explain the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding for mother and baby.
  1. What are the advantages for Rooming In on the mom baby unit?.What are somedisadvantages?
  1. What is the normal stay for a mom that has a vaginal delivery? C Section?
  1. Explain the various types of pain management for a post partum mother.
  1. What are some indications for a newborn to be on a Blood Glucose protocol?
  1. Explain the security measures that are used on the Mom Baby unit to protect the newborn. What is used to identify the newborn, identify the mother, and what technology on the unit helps to keep them safe?
  1. What is a circumcision? Is it an elective procedure? What type of paperwork is necessary?
  1. Explain PKU testing of newborns. Why is this test performed and at what time periods?

Mom Baby (MB)

Thank you for mentoring the Denton ISD Health Science student on your unit. Your time and leadership is greatly valued and I appreciate your feedback on student performance while on your unit.

OBSERVED/ASSISTED

  1. Maternal

a. admission assessment ______/______

b. shift assessment ______/______

c. vital signs ______/______

d. hygiene care/sitz bath ______/______

e. breast care/breastfeeding ______/______

f. post delivery education ______/______

g. IV therapy ______/______

h. pain management ______/______

2. Neonatal

a. ballard assessment ______/______

b. newborn assessment ______/______

c. Vitamin K/Erythromycin administration ______/______

d. security bands ______/______

e. skin to skin care ______/______

f. breastfeeding ______/______

2. Post-delivery care

a. fundal assessment ______/______

b. breast care ______/______

c. patient education ______/______

d. bladder assessment ______/______

e. pain management ______/______

f. postdelivery/ ambulation following anesthesia ______/______

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Mentor Signature Date

Evaluation Sheet for Clinical Rotation

Student name: ______

Rotation site: ______Date: ______

Please evaluate the student for each category and mark the appropriate box. The scale proceeds from a high of 5 to a low of 0.

Area of Evaluation / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 / 0
Presents proper appearance:
Professional grooming.
Neat and clean.
Meets professional standards.
Attitude toward learning:
Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to learn.
Asks pertinent questions.
Demonstrates enthusiasm.
Exhibits emotional maturity.
Observes rules:
Observes safety factors.
Demonstrates understanding of Medical Ethics and Confidentiality.
Quality of work:
Uses proper techniques.
Takes pride in work.
Exhibits ability to follow directions.
Quantity of work:
Follows directions.
Completes tasks on time.
Productive use of time.
Cooperates with others:
Works well with others.
Readily assists others.
Displays good human relations:
Shows tact and understanding.
Respectful of others.
Exhibits a positive attitude.

Comments:

Mentor:______Date:______

Mom Baby (MB)

Post Rotation Reflection

(due on Friday or Monday after Rotation on Unit)

Answer the following questions using complete sentences and correct grammar/punctuation. Answer ALL questions.

  1. The mentor(s) that I was assigned to was______. Their

title(s) are______.

  1. What did you like best about your rotation day in the department? Why?

3. What did you like least about your rotation day in this department? Why?

4. What skills did you perform while on this unit?

  1. List five pieces of medical equipment that you observed on the unit this week.
  1. What patient diagnosis and procedures did you learn about?
  1. What medical terminology or abbreviations did you encounter? Name at least three and provide definition or meaning.
  1. Interview your mentor. List their educational background, job description, years of experience, and level of job satisfaction.

Using the following space, write an essay describing your overall experience on the unit. When reflecting on your day in the unit, think about your responsibility in your learning. What could you have done differently to ensure that you have the optimal experience?

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Student Signature______Date______