PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR NURSES AND MIDWIVES
Nurses and midwives have a professional responsibility to know and understand practical knowledge since it is the backbone of nursing and it highly impacts the clinical practice.
SCENARIO: TAKING OBSERVATIONS
At this station, there is patient on four (4) hourly observations.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare the tray.
- Take the temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
- Record the findings on the observation chart.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TAKING VITAL OBSERVATIONS
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure |
1 | |||||
Inspect the axilla and dry with a swab |
2 | |||||
Remove the thermometer, dry and shake with a flick of the wrist until the mercury falls below 35oC, inspect it for cracks |
2 | |||||
Position the thermometer in the axilla with the tip pointing towards the patient’s head for 3 minutes |
2 | |||||
Ask the patient to place the hand over the chest, while using the wrist of the same hand to take the pulse, continue taking the respirations when hand is still on the wrist. |
4 | |||||
After three minutes, remove the thermometer read, wipe. |
2 | |||||
Record your findings on the chart |
2 | |||||
Take the blood pressure and record |
5 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
At this station, there are instruments prepared on a tray.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Name the instruments one by one.
- State their use.
- Speak loudly for the examiner to hear you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION : CHECKLIST FOR IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Wash hands |
2 | |||||
Identify each instrument by naming | ||||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
Explain the use of each of the instruments | ||||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
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1 | |||||
Wash hands |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: MAKING ADMISSION BED
At this station, there is a need to make an admission bed.
INSTRUCTIONS
- The trolley is already set
- Make an admission bed.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: MAKING ADMISSION BED
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Places 2 chairs at the foot of the bed and arranges linen on the chairs. |
½ | |||||
Checks the springs |
½ | |||||
Turns the mattress systematically |
½ | |||||
Puts on long mackintosh |
1 | |||||
Puts on bottom sheet and metres corners |
1 | |||||
Puts draw mackintosh and draw sheet |
1 | |||||
Places admission sheet over draw sheet |
1½ | |||||
Another admission sheet is put before the top sheet |
1½ | |||||
Puts the top sheet, metres corners at the bottom and folds the top. |
1 | |||||
Puts the blanket, metres cornes and bed cover, tucks the bottom, metres corners but does not tuck in the sides |
1 | |||||
Clears away |
½ | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: MAKING POST OPERATIVE BED
At this station you are to prepare a trolley for making post operative bed, and make the bed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare a trolley for post operative bed.
- Make the post operative bed.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR MAKING A POST OPERATIVE BED
CANDIDATES NUMBER………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER……………………………………..DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Wash hands |
1 | |||||
Put chairs at the foot of the bed with the back of chairs opposite to each other |
1 | |||||
Move locker from the bed |
1 | |||||
Pull the bed away from the wall |
1 | |||||
Turn the mattress, check the springs |
1 | |||||
Straighten the mattress cover |
1 | |||||
Place the long mackintosh |
1 | |||||
Place the bottom sheet |
1 | |||||
Tack the sheet well |
1 | |||||
Put on the draw mackintosh and the draw sheet |
2 | |||||
Put on top sheet |
1 | |||||
Put on blankets and bed covers |
2 | |||||
Fold both sides of the bed linen into a neat pack which can easily be removed when lifting the patient on to the bed |
4 | |||||
Place a small mackintosh and draw sheet across the top of the bed and tack it in |
1 | |||||
Clear away |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: GIVING A BED PAN
At this station, there is abed ridden patient who needs to empty the bowel.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Give a bed pan.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: GIVING A BED PAN
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explains the procedure to the patient |
1 | |||||
Screens the bed |
1 | |||||
Warms the bed pan using warm water |
½ | |||||
Gently slips the bed pan under the patient’s buttocks while the second nurse helps lift the patient |
2 | |||||
Give a toilet paper to the patient to clean herself if she can or helps the patient to clean |
1½ | |||||
Carefully remove the bed pan and cover it |
1½ | |||||
Offer the patient water to wash hands |
1 | |||||
Leave the patient comfortable |
½ | |||||
Clear the trolley and sluice the bed pan |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: PREPARATION OF A TROLLEY FOR BED BATH
At this station, there is abed ridden patient who needs to bed bathed.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the trolley and present it to the examiner.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: PREPARATION OF A TROLLEY FOR BED BATH
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Washes hands and cleans the trolley |
½ | |||||
Top shelf
Tray containing
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½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | |||||
Bottom shelf
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½ ½ ½ ½ | |||||
Bed side
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½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: BED BATH
At this station, there is a dependent patient in bed and needs to be bed bathed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- The equipments are ready prepared.
- Carry out bed bath as the examiner observes and scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR BED BATH
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure to the patient and provide privacy |
1 | |||||
Offer a bed pan or urinal if required |
1 | |||||
Strip the bed to the top sheet and remove the patient’s gown |
1 | |||||
Wash and dry each part of the body separately uncovering only the part to be washed in the order of face, neck, arm, chest and abdomen and change water whenever necessary. |
4 | |||||
Wash each leg separately and wash the feet with water over the basin, dry them and cut the nails. |
2 | |||||
Turn the patient to the sides and wash the back starting from the neck to the buttocks and dry, paying special attention in between the folds. |
2 | |||||
Treat pressure areas |
2 | |||||
Turn the patient on the back, change the water and wash genitalia with another flannel. |
2 | |||||
Make up the bed with a clean linen |
1 | |||||
Dress up the patient |
1 | |||||
Clean the patient’s mouth |
1 | |||||
Comb the hair and make the patient comfortable |
1 | |||||
Clear away the equipments and report any abnormality observed |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR ORAL CARE
At this station, there is a patient who is on routine oral care.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the tray for oral care and present it to the examiner.
- Speak loudly for the examiner to hear you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR ORAL CARE
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Washes hands and cleans the tray |
1 | |||||
Prepares the equipment necessary onto the tray
|
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: ORAL CARE OF AN UNCONSCIOUS PATIENT
At this station, there is an unconscious patient for oral or mouth care
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare a tray for mouth care.
- Carry out the procedure of mouth wash on the patient.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR ORAL CARE AN UNCONSCIOUS PATIENT
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Prepare a tray for mouth care |
2 | |||||
Screen the bed and wash hands |
1 | |||||
Position the patient in a lateral position and protect the clothes with towel |
1 | |||||
Remove the dentures if he/she has them |
1 | |||||
Insert the mouth gag, leave in position to keep mouth open |
2 | |||||
Inspect the mouth, note and report any abnormality |
2 | |||||
Grip a swab firmly with artery forceps, dip in cleaning solution, press against the gallipot to prevent dripping |
2 | |||||
Clean inner and outer surface of the teeth from the root to the crown. Clean the gums, inside the cheeks and tongue. Change swabs as often as needed. Avoid touching the soft palate. |
4 | |||||
Rinse the mouth with mouth wash |
2 | |||||
Wipe the lips with dabbing movement and apply lubricant |
2 | |||||
Leave the patient comfortable |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: TREATING PRESSURE AREAS
At this station, there is a bed ridden patient awaiting treatment of pressure areas.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare the requirements.
- Treat all the pressure areas.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TREATMENT OF PRESSURE AREAS
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure to the patient |
2 | |||||
Screen the bed |
1 | |||||
Pour warm water in the basin |
1 | |||||
Protect the bed linen from soiling with mackintosh and towel |
1 | |||||
Carefully assess the condition of the skin. If it is not broken wash it with soap and water using a flannel |
4 | |||||
Massage the area with soapy hand |
2 | |||||
Using flannel, rinse each and pant it dry |
2 | |||||
Apply a little Vaseline and massage onto the skin |
2 | |||||
Change or straighten the bed linen and live the patient comfortable |
2 | |||||
Thank the patient and clear away |
1 | |||||
Record the procedure and observation in patient’s chart |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: TEPID SPONGING
At this station, there is a patient in bed with hyperpyrexia, and needs tepid sponging.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- The equipments are ready prepared.
- Carry out tepid sponging as the examiner observes and scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TEPID SPONGING
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Follow the general rules |
1 | |||||
Take the temperature and chart |
1 | |||||
Strip the bed to the top sheet |
1 | |||||
Sponge the face and dry. Apply cold compress on the forehead |
1 | |||||
Place the face flannel wrung out in cold water in the axilla, and the groin and change when necessary |
2 | |||||
Expose the arms and sponge, using long slow sweeping movements, pour water over the hands and change compress over the forehead. |
3 | |||||
Expose the chest and abdomen, and with a face flannel in each hand sponge the chest and abdomen together using long slow sweeping movements. Cover the patient before starting the next part. |
3 | |||||
Change the water in the bowl, sponge the legs and pour water over the feet |
2 | |||||
Remove the compress from the forehead and face flannels from the axilla and groins |
1 | |||||
Turn the patient gently the side, sponge the back using face flannels, long sweeping movements and then dry. |
2 | |||||
Remake the bed using clean linen and leave the patient comfortable |
1 | |||||
Give the patient a cold drink |
1 | |||||
Clear away the equipments |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: MANAGEMENT OF SECOND STAGE OF LABOUR
At this station there is a model representing a mother in 2nd stage of labour.
Requirements are already prepared.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare yourself for the delivery
- Conduct the delivery of the baby
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR MANAGEMENT OF SECOND STAGE OF LABOUR
STUDENT’S NSIN……………………………………….EXAMINER…………………………DATE………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Ensure privacy and explain to the mother that she is ready to push |
1 | |||||
Empty the bladder |
1 | |||||
Position the mother in a dorsal position with legs flexed and confirm second (2nd) stage |
1 | |||||
Check fetal heart every after contraction |
1 | |||||
Wash hands and put on sterile gloves |
1 | |||||
Drape the mother |
1 | |||||
Encourage mother to push with every contraction |
1 | |||||
Maintain flexion of the head |
1 | |||||
At crowning perform a episiotomy |
1 | |||||
Deliver the head by aiding extension |
1 | |||||
Clear the airway by use of bulb syringe |
1 | |||||
Feel for the cord around the neck. If loose slip it over the head, if tight clamp and cut it |
1 | |||||
Deliver the anterior shoulder by downward traction |
1 | |||||
Deliver the posterior shoulder by upward traction |
1 | |||||
Deliver the body by lateral flexion towards mother’s abdomen |
1 | |||||
Note time, score the baby, clamp and cut the cord, congratulate the mother |
1 | |||||
Show the baby’s face and sex to the mother |
1 | |||||
Wrap the baby in sterile towel, put on mother’s breast if condition is good and no contraindication |
1 | |||||
Put an identification band on the baby’s hand |
1 | |||||
Put end of cord in a receiver between mother’s legs |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: ADMINSTRATION OF ORAL MEDICINE
At this station there is a mentally sick patient who is to receive Haloperidol tablet 5mgs three times a day.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare a tray for drug administration.
- Administer the prescribed medicine to the patient.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL MEDICINE
CANDIDATES NUMBER………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER……………………………………..DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure to the patient |
2 | |||||
Wash hands and dry |
1 | |||||
Verify the order from the patients chart |
2 | |||||
Confirm the identity of the patient by calling the patients name |
2 | |||||
Check the room or bed number before giving the drug |
2 | |||||
Assess the patient’s condition including the level of consciousness |
2 | |||||
Check the label, expiry date on the bottle/container |
2 | |||||
Check the dose on the prescription, get the dose on a spoon, and administer with water or milk to aid swallowing. Confirm that the drug has been swallowed |
4 | |||||
Sign the medicine list and leave the patient comfortable |
2 | |||||
Wash the medicine cups and return to their proper place |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: ADMINISTRATION OF A DRUG BY I.M
At this station, there is a patient in bed on P.P.F 0.8mg o.d.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- The tray is already set.
- Administer the injection.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR ADMINISTRATION OF A DRUG BY I.M
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Follow the general rules |
1 | |||||
Wash hands |
1 | |||||
Read the prescription carefully and check the drug with the other Nurse including the amount to be given. |
1 | |||||
Assemble syringe and needle |
1 | |||||
Check the drug for label and expiry date |
1 | |||||
Break open or remove the top of the rubber cup |
1 | |||||
Reconstitute powdered drug according to the instructions on the bottle. |
2 | |||||
Draw up the prescribed dose of the drug |
2 | |||||
Expel the air |
1 | |||||
Choose the site for injection, clean the skin and draw it tightly and introduce the needle at an angle of 90o. |
2 | |||||
Withdraw the piston to make sure that the needle is not in the blood vessel |
2 | |||||
If no blood is seen in the syringe, continue to give the injection. |
2 | |||||
Withdraw the needle while pressing firmly round it with a swab. |
1 | |||||
Thank the patient and leave him/her comfortable |
1 | |||||
Record the drug and clear away. |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: URINE TESTING
At this station there is urine sample for testing.
Requirements needed are prepared.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Test the urine for colour, deposits, smell, specific gravity, glucose and proteins.
- Record your findings on the piece of paper provided.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR URINE TESTING
CANDIDATES NUMBER………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER……………………………………..DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Note the appearance |
2 | |||||
Note the amount |
1 | |||||
Note the colour |
1 | |||||
Put enough urine in the glass container |
2 | |||||
Float the urinometer in the urine in the glass container |
4 | |||||
Dip the uristix in the urine compare the colour change with the one on the scale on the container |
6 | |||||
Record your findings on the paper |
2 | |||||
Wash hands |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: DRESSING A CLEAN WOUND
At this station, there is a patient with a clean wound which has to be dressed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- The requirements are already prepared.
- Dress the wound.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR DRESSING A CLEAN WOUND
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure to the patient |
1 | |||||
Position the part, put on dressing mackintosh and towel |
1 | |||||
Loosen the strapping |
½ | |||||
Wash hands |
½ | |||||
Open the dressing pack and arrange the instruments |
1 | |||||
Pour the lotion and add other missing requirements like swabs |
1 | |||||
Using clean gloves and dissecting forceps remove the loosened dressing and discard the gloves in a receiver and put used instruments in a receiver |
4 | |||||
Wash hands with soap and water and dry them using sterile hand towel |
1 | |||||
Put on sterile gloves and spread the dressing towel |
1 | |||||
Using dressing forceps, clean the wound from inside out, until clean |
4 | |||||
Place used instruments in a receiver |
½ | |||||
Apply the dressing |
11/2 | |||||
Apply strapping or bandage |
1 | |||||
Make patient comfortable, clear away and wash hands |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION
At this station, there is a group of mothers who have come to ante natal clinic.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Give a health education talk about prevention of HIV/AIDS.
- Talk loudly for examiner to hear and score you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR HEALTH EDUCATION ON PREVENTION ON HIV/AIDS
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Great the client |
1 | |||||
Introduce your self |
1 | |||||
Introduce the topic |
2 | |||||
Checks participants’ knowledge about the topic |
2 | |||||
Give the health education on the topic |
4 | |||||
Ask the client to ask question |
2 | |||||
Answer the question |
2 | |||||
Ask question to evaluate the understanding of the clients |
2 | |||||
Give summary of the talk |
2 | |||||
Give the topic for the next health education, time and venue |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: ASSESSING FOR DEHYDRATION
At this station, there is a one year old child in the bed with diarrhea and severe vomiting.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Assess the child for signs of dehydration, and speak loudly for the examiner to score you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: ASSESSING A ONE YEAR OLD CHILD FOR DEHYDRATION
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Create a rapport |
1 | |||||
Explain the procedure to the mother |
1 | |||||
Wash and dry hands |
2 | |||||
Examine the child looking for signs of dehydration:-
|
2 2 2 2 2 | |||||
General condition
|
2 2 | |||||
Give feed back to the mother and reassure and advise her |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: EXAMINATION OF A PREGNANT ABDOMEN
At this station, a pregnant mother has come for Ante natal clinic (ANC).
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Examine the abdomen.
- Talk loudly for the examiner to hear and score you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CHECKLIST FOR EXAMINATION OF A PREGNANT ABDOMEN
EXAMINER:……………………………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: ………………………………………………………………………………………………
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Follow the general rules |
1 | |||||
Put the mother in a recumbent position |
1 | |||||
Expose the abdomen from the sternum to the level of symphysis pubis |
2 | |||||
Take position at the foot of the bed and observe for signs of pregnancy:-
|
2 | |||||
Palpation of the abdomen
|
2 | |||||
Fundal height estimation |
2 | |||||
Deep pelvic palpation
|
2 | |||||
Fundal palpation
|
2 | |||||
Lateral palpation
|
2 | |||||
Note the irregular nodules which indicate the fetal limbs, and the long continuous curved mass which indicates the fetal back |
2 | |||||
Auscultation – listen |
1 | |||||
Share the findings with the mother |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ON DANGERS OF DRUG ABUSE
At this station, a group of community members have gathered for Health Education.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Give Health Education on the dangers of drug abuse.
- Talk loudly for the examiner to hear and score you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CHECKLIST FOR HEALTH EDUCATION ON DANGERS OF DRUG ABUSE
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Follow the general rules |
1 | |||||
Introduce yourself to the community members |
2 | |||||
Introduce the topic and asses clients knowledge |
2 | |||||
Define drug abuse |
1 | |||||
State the dangers of drug abuse
|
4 | |||||
Ask the community members to ask questions. |
2 | |||||
Answer the question. |
2 | |||||
Ask the members questions to evaluate the understanding of the community members |
2 | |||||
Summary of the talk |
2 | |||||
Thank the community members, give the date of the next Health Education talk |
2 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
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OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ABOUT PREVENTIVE MEASURES OF HIV
At this station, there are mother who have come for antenatal care and needs to be health educated about preventive measures for HIV infection.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Health educate the mothers and talk loudly as the examiner scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: HEALTH EDUCATION ABOUT PREVENTIVE
MEASURES FOR HIV INFECTION
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Arranges room and teaching charts |
½ | |||||
Introduces self |
½ | |||||
Introduces topic correctly |
½ | |||||
Asks mother what they know about HIV/AIDs and preventive measures |
½ | |||||
Explains content to mothers correctly e.g:-
|
½ ½ 1 1 ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | |||||
Ask mothers for any question |
½ | |||||
Checks understanding by asking mothers questions about the topic |
½ | |||||
Summarizes the topic |
½ | |||||
Thanks mothers for attending and makes another appointment day and a topic |
½ | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: COLOSTOMY CARE
At this station, there is a patient in bed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- The equipments are ready prepared.
- Carry out colostomy care as the examiner observes and scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CHECKLIST FOR COLOSTOMY CARE
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure to the patient |
1 | |||||
Provide privacy |
1 | |||||
Position the patient and turn down the bed clothes to expose the stoma |
2 | |||||
Wash hands and put on gloves |
1 | |||||
Remove the soiled bag gently taking care not to pull the skin |
3 | |||||
Wash the area around the stoma with soapy water and dry well |
3 | |||||
Apply a barrier cream |
1 | |||||
Re measure the stoma to make sure that the bag fits correctly and cut the correct size of circle in the stoma adhesive, using measuring guide. |
3 | |||||
Apply a clean bag as instructed |
3 | |||||
Clear away and leave the patient comfortable |
1 | |||||
Wash and dry hands |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: VULVA SWABBING/TOILET
At this station, there is a patient in bed who needs vulva swabbing.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- The equipments are ready prepared.
- Carry out vulva swabbing as the examiner observes and scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CHECKLIST FOR VULVA SWABBING/TOILET
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure and provide privacy |
1 | |||||
Strip the bed to the top sheet |
1 | |||||
Place the draw mackintosh and towel under the patient’s buttocks |
1 | |||||
Place the patient in a dorsal position with the knees flexed and then abducted apart and fold back the top sheet |
2 | |||||
Wash, dry hands and put on sterile gloves |
1 | |||||
Drape the patient to protect the abdomen and thighs |
2 | |||||
Using the left hand, swab the vulva using a fresh swab for each part in the following order:-
|
1 1 1 1 2 | |||||
Dry the vulva, put in position vulva pad if required |
2 | |||||
Turn the patient on the side, swab and dry the perineum |
2 | |||||
Clear away and leave the patient comfortable |
1 | |||||
Thank the patient and report any abnormality |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: EXAMINATION OF ANAEMIA
At this station, there is a patient in bed who needs to be assessed for anaemia
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Examine the patient for anaemia, speak loudly as the examiner scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CHECKLIST FOR EXAMINATION OF ANAEMIA
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: …………………………………………………………………………….
S/No |
KEY AREAS TO ASSESS |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure and provide privacy |
1 | |||||
Position the patient |
1 | |||||
Wash hands |
1 | |||||
Ask the patient to look up, open the lower eyelid and check for the:-
|
2 | |||||
Ask the patient to open the mouth and check for the paleness of the:-
|
2 2 | |||||
Straighten the arms and check for:-
|
1 2 | |||||
on the lower limbs, check for
|
1 2 | |||||
Check the mucus membranes of the vagina (if female) |
2 | |||||
Give appropriate feedback and share the finding with the patient. |
1 | |||||
Advise the patient appropriately |
1 | |||||
Documents and thank the patient |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
20 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: CARE OF THE CORD
At this station, there is a newly born baby (doll) whose cord requires to be cared for.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Carry out the care of the cord while examiner scores you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CARE OF THE CORD
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explain the procedure to the mother |
½ | |||||
Position the baby (lying flat on the back) |
½ | |||||
puts on sterile gloves |
½ | |||||
Inspects the cord for any sign of infection or bleeding |
1 | |||||
Holds the cord with the swabs and clean the base of the cord in a single circular movement using the once and discard |
2½ | |||||
Cleans the cord from the base upward with swab, discard and leave the cord to dry |
1 | |||||
Leave the baby comfortable and show the mother how to care for the cord. |
1 | |||||
Gives the baby to the mother and thank her |
½ | |||||
Clears away and record the findings and any abnormalities |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: BANDAGING THE RIGHT EYE
At this station, there is a patient with an injury on the right eye and needs bandaging. The tray is ready.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Bandage the right eye
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: BANDAGING THE RIGHT EYE
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explains the procedure to the patient and ensure privacy |
1 | |||||
Stands facing the patient who has asked to hold the eye pad in place till it is bandaged |
1 | |||||
Begins from the right side to the normal across the forehead and around the head in a fixing turn |
2 | |||||
From the back of the head the bandage comes under the ear, across the eye, covering the nasal side of the pad and straight over the lead and down the back. |
2 | |||||
The next turn comes under the ear, overlaps as it crosses the head and comes round to the front. |
1 | |||||
The pin should be in the centre of the forehead |
1 | |||||
Thanks, then leaves the patient comfortable and records the procedure. |
1 | |||||
Another admission sheet is put before the top sheet |
1½ | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL DRUG
At this station, there is a patient suffering from schizophrenic illness, put on tablet Trifluoperazine 15mg b.d.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Give the drug as prescribed.
- Speak loudly for the examiner to hear you.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: ADMINISTRATION OF A DRUG ORALLY
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Greet s the patient and explains the procedure |
½ | |||||
Washes hands and brings medicine tray at the patient’s bedside |
½ | |||||
Reads the prescription and checks with the label on the medicine bottle |
1 | |||||
Reads the label again to check name of the drug, strength and expiry date. |
1 | |||||
Uses spoon to pick the required dose and put them into a medicine cup |
1 | |||||
Re-reads the label before placing the bottle back to the trolley/tray and covers it |
1 | |||||
Asks for the patient’s name again, checks with prescription and assess the general condition before giving the drug. |
2 | |||||
Stays with the patient until patient swallows the drug and notes any immediate reactions. |
1 | |||||
Thank the patient |
1 | |||||
Document |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR PASSING A NASOGASTRIC TUBE
At this station, there is a patient who needs a Nasogastric tube for feeding.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the tray for passing a nasogastric tube and present it to the examiner.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR PASSING A NG TUBE
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Washes hands and cleans the tray |
1 | |||||
Prepares the equipment necessary onto the tray | ||||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
½ | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: TAKING PATIENT’S PARTICULARS
At this station, there is an out-patient whose particulars are to be taken.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Take the patient’s particulars
- Speak loudly as the examiner scores you
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: TAKING PATIENT’S PARTICULARS
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Creates a rapport |
½ | |||||
Explains the procedure to the patient |
½ | |||||
Makes the patient comfortable |
½ | |||||
Asks for: | ||||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
1 | |||||
Records the above information |
½ | |||||
Thanks the patient |
½ | |||||
Directs the patient where to go |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: APPLICATION OF TETRACYCLINE EYE OINTMENT
At this station, there is an out-patient seated on a chair with an eye problem, apply tetracycline eye ointment.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Apply tetracycline eye ointment
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: APPLICATION OF TETRACYCLINE EYE OITMENT
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Explains the procedure to the patient and provides privacy |
1 | |||||
Prepares the tray and brings it to the bed side |
1 | |||||
Position the patient in a sitting up position |
1 | |||||
Washes hands and puts on glove |
1 | |||||
Places a folded swab on the lower lid |
1 | |||||
Draws up the upper lid |
1 | |||||
Places the nosal of the eye ointment 1cm away from the lower lid |
1 | |||||
Presses eye ointment horizontally from within outward on a lower lid |
1 | |||||
Wipes off any surplus ointment gently using a sterile swab |
½ | |||||
Thanks the patient and clear away |
½ | |||||
Records the findings |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: CHANGING BOTTOM SHEET FROM SIDE TO SIDE
At this station, there is a patient in the bed with a soiled bottom sheet which needs to be changed.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Change the bottom sheet from side to side.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
STATION: CHANGING BOTTOM SHEET FROM SIDE TO SIDE
STUDENT’S NSIN…………………………………………………………………………….
EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No |
AREAS TO BE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Creates a Rapport and explains the procedure |
½ | |||||
Provides privacy |
½ | |||||
Places two chairs at the foot of the bed |
½ | |||||
Gently loosens the beddings off the patient’s bed with the help of the assistant |
½ | |||||
Removes the bed cover and blanket and places them on the chairs at the foot of the bed |
1 | |||||
Removes the pillows and places them on the chairs |
1 | |||||
Gently positions the patient for turning
|
½ ½ | |||||
Gently rolls the patient to the side |
1 | |||||
Rolls the dirty linen towards the patient |
½ | |||||
Rolls the clean linen (sheet, draw mackintosh and sheet) from one side to the other i.e towards the patient and completely makes that side |
1½ | |||||
Turns back the patient to the other side and gently removes the dirty lines |
1 | |||||
Straighten and remakes the bed, leaves the patient comfortable and thanks the patient |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
COMMENTS
………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
Scenario: COUNSELLING AND INITIATING THE HIV POSTIVE PREGNANT MOTHER ON ARVS
Examiner’s name ………………..…date………
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Creates rapport with the mother |
½ | ||||
2 |
Ensures mother’s confidentiality |
1 | ||||
3 |
Reassures the mother that she is not the first or last. |
½ | ||||
4 |
Asks the mother if she has the married, the husband should have a test with other family member. |
½ | ||||
5 |
Informs the mother that there is an ART clinic within the hospital. |
1 | ||||
6 |
Counsels the mother to start treatment. |
1 | ||||
7 |
When she agrees, starts her on TDF+3TC+EFV as preferred first line treatment regimen. |
1 | ||||
8 |
Tells her to select time for taking for taking at least 7pm or 8pm without failing |
1 | ||||
9 |
Informs her to move with her ARVS even if she is going for a visit to maintain adherence. |
½ | ||||
10 |
Tells her about the importance of disclosure |
1 | ||||
11 |
Tells her to have positive living. |
½ | ||||
12 |
Tells her to reduce on heavy work |
½ | ||||
13 |
Tells her to have good nutrition and exercise |
½ | ||||
15 |
Follow the appointment days given in the clinic. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: COUNSELING AND INITIATING HIV POSTIVE PREGNANT MOTHER ON ARVS.
At this station a pregnant mother has reported to ANC in Apac main hospital for her first visit, HIV test reveals TRR.
Instructions:
- Counsel the client.
- Start her on treatment of ARVS.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Station:
Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
Examiner’s name ………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………candidate’s No…………
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Episiotomy scissor- performing episiotomy |
1 | ||||
2. |
Straight long artery forcep or cord clamp- clamping the cord |
1 | ||||
3. |
Cord scissor- cutting the cord. |
1 | ||||
4. |
Uterine sound-for measuring the length of the uterus. |
1 | ||||
5. |
Sponge holding forcep- holding the swabs |
1 | ||||
6. |
Protoscope-for examining the rectum |
1 | ||||
7. |
Suture- for stitching |
1 | ||||
8. |
Skin retractor- retracting the skin during operation |
1 | ||||
9. |
Cervical dilator- dilating the cervix |
1 | ||||
10. |
Uterine curette- used during evacuation |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
1O | |||||
Examiner’s comments……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Identify the instruments with their uses.
- Speak loud for the examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Scenario: ACTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THIRD STAGE OF LABOUR
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Defines third stage of labour correctly |
½ | ||||
2 |
Palpates the abdomen to exclude second twin |
½ | ||||
3 |
Gives Oxytocin 10 IU intramuscularly. |
½ | ||||
4 |
Extends the cord clamp to the vulva for easy holding. |
½ | ||||
5 |
Changes the gloves or rinses in the lotion |
1 | ||||
6 |
Puts the left hand on the funds of the uterus. |
½ | ||||
7 |
With the first contraction, turns the palm of the left hand facing the fundus applying counter traction over the pubic bone. |
1 | ||||
8 |
Right hand grasps the cord clamp,then applies a steady downward and outward traction until the placenta is seen at the vulva, then applies upward traction to receive the placenta in cupped hands. |
1 | ||||
9 |
Rolls the membranes, prevent from breaking then deliver the membranes using up ward and down ward movement. |
½ | ||||
Notes the time of delivery of the placenta |
½ | |||||
10 |
Rub the fundus to promote contraction of the uterus. |
½ | ||||
11 |
Carry out quick look for completeness of the membranes and puts in the receiver. |
½ | ||||
12 |
Cleans the vulva at the same time inspecting for tears, lacerations or extension of episiotomy, cervix and vaginal as well. |
1 | ||||
13 |
Puts a sterile pad in position, leaves the mother comfortable. |
½ | ||||
14 |
Clears away and documents the findings |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: MANAGEMENT OF THIRD STAGE OF LABOUR USING CONTROLLED CORT TRACTION.
At this station there is a model representing a mother who has just delivered the baby, assist to deliver the placenta.
Instructions:
- Carry out delivery of the placenta, all requirements are already set.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Station:
Scenario: FEMALE CATHETERISATION.
Examiner’s name ………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No……………………………
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Creates rapport with the patient. |
½ | ||||
2 |
Explains the procedure |
½ | ||||
3 |
Screens the bed and extends the trolley to the bed side. |
½ | ||||
4 |
Puts the small mackintosh and towel to protect the linens |
½ | ||||
5 |
Washes hands methodically and puts on surgical gloves. |
1 | ||||
6 |
Inspects and cleans the vulva in a methodical way. |
1 | ||||
7 |
Drapes the mother |
½ | ||||
8 |
Selects the appropriate catheter and lubricates the tip with k.y jelly. |
½ | ||||
9 |
Place the receiver in between the thighs and puts the catheter, inserts slowly until urine is seen emptying into the receiver |
1 | ||||
10 |
Injects into the catheter to balloon it and aid it remain in situ. |
1 | ||||
11 |
Connects the catheter to the urinary bag and Fastens it on the thigh |
1 | ||||
12 |
Removes the receiver, drape, and small mackintosh. |
½ | ||||
13 |
Measures the urine collected and records in the fluid balance chart. |
½ | ||||
14 |
Clears away, leaves the mother comfortable and thanks her. |
½ | ||||
15 |
Washes hands and documents the findings. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
OSPE/OSCE PRACTICAL GUIDE
SCENARIO: SETTING REQUIREMENTS FOR VULVA SWABBING
At this station there is a mother who is in first stage of labour, you are asked to set all the requirements needed for vulva swabbing and present to the examiner.
Instructions:
- Perform the task
- Speak loud for the examiner to hear
- When the bell rings move to the next station.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Disinfects the trolley and puts a sterile towel. |
1 | ||||
2 |
TOP SHELF | |||||
|
1 1 ½ 1 1 1 ½ | |||||
3 |
BOTTOM SHELF | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
4 |
BED SIDE | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Scenario: CORD CARE
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No………………………………
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Creates rapport with the mother |
½ | ||||
2 |
Explains the procedure to the mother and reason for doing it. |
1 | ||||
3 |
Positions the baby |
½ | ||||
4 |
Washes hands and puts on surgical gloves |
1 | ||||
5 |
Inspects the cord for any bleeding or signs of infection. |
1 | ||||
6 |
Holds the cord with the swab and cleans the base using a single circular motion and single swab and discards it. |
1 | ||||
7 |
Cleans the cord from base upward with a swab once until the cord is clean. |
1 | ||||
8 |
Leaves the cord dry. |
1 | ||||
9 |
Gives the baby back to the mother. |
½ | ||||
10 |
Thanks the mother and educates her on the cord care. |
1 | ||||
11 |
Documents the findings |
½ | ||||
12 |
Clears away and washes hands. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: CORD CARE.
At this station mother Irene is a zero day after delivery of her first born baby boy, demonstrate to her how to clean the cord.
Instructions:
- Prepare a tray and present to the examiner.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Scenario: IDNTIFYING BOUNDARIES OF THE PELVIC BRIM AND DIAMETERS OF THE BRIM.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No……………………………
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Washes the hands |
½ | ||||
2 |
Defines the pelvis correctly |
½ | ||||
3 |
BOUNDARIES OF THE BRIM IN ORDER : | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
4 |
DIAMETERS OF THE BRIM: | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF THE BOUNDARIES OF THE PELVIC BRIM AND DIAMETERS OF THE BRIM.
Instructions:
- Identify the boundaries of the pelvic brim in order and the diameters of the brim with their measurements.
- speak loud for the examiner to hear
- move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Scenario: VAGINAL EXAMINATION.
Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..
School code………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Creates rapport and explains the procedure to the mother |
½ | ||||
2. |
Asks the mother to empty the bladder if full. |
½ | ||||
3. |
Provides privacy |
½ | ||||
4. |
Brings the requirements near the bed side |
½ | ||||
5. |
Washes hands and puts on sterile gloves. |
½ | ||||
6. |
Carries out vulva swabbing in the following order using each swab at a time. | |||||
|
½ ½ ½ | |||||
7. |
Inspects the vulva and reports about;
|
½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | ||||
8. |
Inserts two fingers and examines the vagina and reports about:
|
½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | ||||
9. |
Gives feedback to the mother and thanks her. |
½ | ||||
10. |
Records down the findings. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
EXAMINER’S COMMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: VAGINAL EXAMINATION.
At this station there is a mother admitted in maternity ward in first stage of labour ward and senior midwife has ordered you to carry out vaginal examination to confirm the cervical dilatation.
Instructions:
- Carry out vaginal examination, the requirements are already set.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Scenario: ANTENANTAL HISTORY TAKING
Examiner’s name……………………..…date………………………………..
School code…………………………………candidate’s No…….
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Creates rapport |
½ | ||||
2 |
Offers sits to the mother |
½ | ||||
3 |
Takes the following histories: | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
4 |
Calculates the EDD using LNMP as 15/Feb./2016 and reporting day as 7/June /2016 |
1 ½ | ||||
5 |
Calculates the weeks of amenorrhea |
2 | ||||
6 |
Gives feedback to the mother |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: ANTENANTAL HISTORY TAKING AT THE FIRST VISIT.
At this station, the mother has reported to antenatal clinic on 7th / June/ 2016 for her first visit with LNMP 15th / FEB/ 2016
Instructions:
- Take all the histories required and calculate the EDD and weeks of amenorrhea (WOA)
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: URINE TESTING FOR GLUCOSE AND PROTEINS
Examiner’s name ………………………..…date………………………………..
School code…………………………candidate’s No………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Washes hands |
½ | ||||
2 |
Puts on clean gloves |
½ | ||||
3 |
Identifies the specimen A as savlon / chlorhexidine disinfectant and specimen B as urine |
½ | ||||
4 |
Examines the urine and reports the about the following:
|
½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | ||||
5 |
Pours some urine in the test tube and tests for glucose using the uristix |
½ | ||||
6 |
Holds the uristix without touching its top part and inserts in the test tube of urine. |
1 | ||||
7 |
Removes the uristix and allows excess urine to flow off then puts if against the colour codlings correctly. |
1 | ||||
8 |
Reports the presence of glucose and proteins in the urine. |
2 | ||||
9 |
Documents the findings and reports to the examiner. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: URINE TESTING FOR GLUCOSE AND ALBUMINS.
At this station there are two specimens labeled as specimen A and specimen B.
Instructions:
- Identify the specimens A and B
- Test specimen B for the presence of glucose and albumins.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Scenario: ASSESSMENT FOR ANAEMIA.
Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..
School code………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
creates rapport with the patient |
½ | ||||
2 |
Explains the procedure to the patient and washes hands |
1 | ||||
3 |
Screens for privacy and positions the patient in a sitting up position |
½ | ||||
4 |
Examines the patient from head to toe systematically |
½ | ||||
5 |
Reports about the following: | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
1 | |||||
|
½ | |||||
|
1 | |||||
6 |
Gives findings to the patient and advice accordingly and thanks the patient |
1 | ||||
7 |
Documents the findings and washes hands. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: ASSESSMENT FOR ANAEMIA.
At this station there is a mother admitted with history of per vaginal bleeding following incomplete abortion.
Instructions:
- Carry out assessment for anaemia.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.
Scenario: HEALTH EDUCATION TALK ON REPORT WRITING
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Total number of patients and new admissions, escapees etc |
2 | ||||
2. |
Post operative patients and their conditions and treatments |
2 | ||||
3. |
Very ill patients and doctors prescription individually |
2 | ||||
4. |
Pre- operative patients and time of operation |
2 | ||||
5. |
Number of death and report individually on each if more than one. |
2 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ON REPORT WRITING
At this station there is a group of junior students allocated on the surgical ward.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Health educate the junior students on the ward about report writing.
- Speak Loud As The Examiner Scores You
- Move To The Next Station When The Bell Ring.
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Scenario: HAEMORRHAGE ARRESTING.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Prepare a tray containing tourniquet, gauze pads and bandage. |
3 | ||||
2. |
Re assure the patient and position the affected limb |
1 | ||||
3. |
Apply pressure with a thumb just above the site. |
1 | ||||
4. |
Apply a tourniquet for seconds and realse |
1 | ||||
5. |
Apply a gauze pad and bandage it |
1 | ||||
6. |
Elevates the limb using a pillow |
1 | ||||
7. |
Ensure that the patient is comfortable and ask whether the bandage is tight |
1 | ||||
8. |
Thanks the patient |
½ | ||||
10. |
Documents the procedure done. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: ARRESTING BLEEDING.
At this station there is a patient presented in the health center two with severe bleeding on the left lower limb after having a serious cut during a fight.
Instructions:
- Prepare and arrest the bleeding.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: ASSESSMENT OF DEHYDRATION
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Creates rapport and explains the procedure |
1 | ||||
2. |
Requests the mother and inspects the child’s general condition |
½ | ||||
3. |
Assess for the following signs from head to toe:-
|
½ ½
½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | ||||
4. |
Gives feedback to the mother |
1 | ||||
5. |
Advices the mother appropriately |
2 | ||||
6. |
Documents the findings |
1 | ||||
7. |
Refer the child for better management. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: ASSESSMENT OF DEHYDRATION.
At this station there is a mother with a one year old child who has reported in health center two with history of severe diarrhorea and vomiting for two days.
Instructions:
- As an in charge of health center two assess this child for signs of dehydration and report to the examiner your findings.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: PREPARING A COMPLETE TROLLEY FOR WOUND DRESSING.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Disinfects the trolley and lays a sterile towel |
1 | ||||
2. |
Picks sterile instruments methodically and puts on the top shelf. |
½ | ||||
3. |
TOP SHELF | |||||
4. |
|
½ ½ ½ ½ ½ ½ 1 ½ ½ | ||||
5. |
BOTTOM SHELF | |||||
6. |
|
½ ½ ½ ½ ½ | ||||
7. |
BED SIDE. | |||||
|
½ ½ | |||||
3. |
TOTAL |
10 |
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: PREPAPARTION OF ATROLLEY FOR WOUND DRESSING.
At this station, doctor has ordered a trolley to be set for dressing a deep cut wound.
Instructions:
- Prepare a complete sterile trolley for carrying out sterile wound dressing and present to the examiner.
- Speak loud for the examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: GIVING INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION.
Examiner’s name ………………………………………………date………………………………..
School code…………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Creates rapport and explains the procedure |
½ | ||||
Requests for medical form to confirm the patient’s identity and prescribed medication. |
½ | |||||
2. |
Washes hands and prepares the medication to be given |
½ | ||||
3. |
Picks correct medication and checks for correct name, expiry date and check for the prescribed dosage |
1 | ||||
4. |
Assemble the medication tray near the patient and explains to the patient |
½ | ||||
5. |
Screens the bed and washes hands |
½ | ||||
6. |
Opens the ampoule methodically and reconstitute the medication without touching the top of the vial. |
½ | ||||
7. |
Positions the patients and exposes the site to be injected. |
½ | ||||
8. |
Puts on the gloves. |
½ | ||||
9. |
Withdraws the medication and expels the air while handling the needle in aseptic technique. |
1 | ||||
10. |
Cleans the selected site using one swab at a time and discards. |
½ | ||||
11. |
Holds the muscle and injects the medication while handling the needle at an angle of 90o |
½ | ||||
12. |
Withdraws the needle and applies the swab at the injected site without massaging. |
½ | ||||
13. |
Records down the medication given and explains to the patient the time of next treatment. |
1 | ||||
14. |
Clears away and confirms the medication being given to the patient when returning back to the shelf. |
1 | ||||
15. |
Thanks the patient and washes the hands. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
EXAMINER’S COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: GIVING AN INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION.
At this station there is a patient with a diagnosis of pneumonia and doctor has ordered intramuscular injection of benzyl penicillin 1 MU to be given.
Instructions:
- Prepare the medication and give to the patient.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings
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Scenario: NAMING PARTS OF AN OXYGEN CYLINDER
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
Washes the hands |
| |||||
1 |
Identifies the following parts with their functions. | |||||
2 |
Main tap/ valve for allowing air flow out. |
2 | ||||
3 |
Flow meter for measuring the amount of oxygen to be given. |
2 | ||||
4 |
Regulator for regulating the required amount prescribed |
1 | ||||
5 |
Wolfe’s bottle for moistening and cleaning the air before reaching the patient. |
2 | ||||
6 |
Pressure gauge for indicating the amount of oxygen present in the cylinder |
2 | ||||
7 |
Oxygen catheter for administering oxygen to the patient. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
EXAMINER’S COMMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: IDENFICATION OF PARTS OF OXYGEN CYLINDER WITH THEIR FUNCTIONS.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- At this station there is an oxygen cylinder, identify all its part with their functions.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear
- Move to the next station when the bell rings
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Scenario: BABY WEIGHING.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Creates rapport and explains the procedure to the mother. |
1 | ||||
2. |
Washes hands |
½ | ||||
3. |
Prepares and checks the weighing scale to see that its in good working conditions |
½ | ||||
4. |
Records the initial values of the weighing pan. |
1 | ||||
5. |
Requests the mother and together they undress the baby and puts the baby’s clothes on the mother’s shoulder. |
1 | ||||
6. |
Dresses the baby in a weighing pan correctly. |
½ | ||||
7. |
holds the baby gently and puts up on the weighing scale. |
1 | ||||
8. |
Notes the reading on scale. |
½ | ||||
9. |
Removes the baby from the weighing and requests the mother to dress back the baby |
1 | ||||
10. |
Plots the weight correctly in the child growth monitoring chart by subtracting the weight of the weighing pan from the final readings |
1 ½ | ||||
11. |
Gives feed back to the mother and advices her accordingly |
1 | ||||
12. |
Thanks the mother and washes the hands. |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
EXAMINER’S COMMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: GROWTH MONITORING
At this station there is a mother with a six (6) month year old baby boy who haS reported in the young child clinic (Y C C) for check up.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Carry out baby weighing, the requirements are already set.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1. |
Washes hands | |||||
2. |
Non retained abdominal retractor/ doyen’s retractor- for opening the abdomen during operation. |
1 | ||||
3. |
Sinus forcep – for packing swabs in the orifices and dressing deep wounds |
1 | ||||
4. |
Plastic air way tube- for opening the airway and keeping it patent. |
1 | ||||
5. |
3 way urethral catheter- for irrigation of the bladder |
1 | ||||
6. |
Otoscope- for examining the air. |
1 | ||||
7. |
Blade holder for holding surgical blades. |
1 | ||||
8. |
Towel clip for fastening dressing towels during the procedure./ clamping towels on the trolley when setting for sterile procedure. |
1 | ||||
9. |
Auvard’s vaginal speculum- for evacuation |
1 | ||||
10. |
Uterine tenaculum- for holding the uterus in place. |
1 | ||||
11. |
Alice tissue forcep- for holding tissues during operation. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
EXAMINER’S COMMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS WITH THEIR USES.
Instructions
- Identify the instruments with their uses
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: IDENTIFYING DIAMETERS OF THE FETAL SKULL
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Washes hands |
1 | ||||
2 |
Defines fetal skull |
1 | ||||
Identifies the diameters correctly as: | ||||||
3 |
2 TRANSVERSE DIAMETER: | |||||
Bi parietal diameter 9.5 cm |
1 | |||||
Bi temporal diameter 8.2 cm |
1 | |||||
4 |
6 LONGITUDINAL DIAMETERS | |||||
Sub-occipito bregmatic 9.5cm |
1 | |||||
Sub occipito frontal 11.5 cm |
1 | |||||
Occipital frontal 10 cm |
1 | |||||
Sub mentol vertex 11.5 cm |
1 | |||||
Sub mentol bregmatic 9.5 cm |
1 | |||||
Mental vertex 13 cm |
1 | |||||
TOTAL |
10 |
EXAMINER’S COMMENTS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF THE DIAMETERS OF THE FETAL SKULL
Instructions:
1. Identify the diameters of the fetal skull correctly.
2. Speak loud for the examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell ring
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Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Non toothed dissecting forcep- for holding swabs and tissues a during the procedure |
1 | ||||
2 |
Mouth gag- for opening the mouth of unconscious patient during oral care. |
1 | ||||
3 |
Male urinal- for male to pass urine |
1 | ||||
4 |
Cheatle forcep- for picking sterile instruments from drums |
1 | ||||
5 |
Sponge holding forcep- for holding swabs |
1 | ||||
6 |
Laryngoscope- for opening the larynx during examination |
1 | ||||
7 |
Plastic airway tube- for opening the airway in an unconscious patient. |
1 | ||||
8 |
Long straight artery forcep- for clamping arteries, umbilical cord to reduce bleeding. |
1 | ||||
9 |
Sputum mug- for receiving the sputum |
1 | ||||
10 |
Cusco’s vaginal speculum- for opening the vaginal during examination or other gynecological procedures |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS WITH THEIR USES.
Instructions:
- Identify the instruments correctly with their functions
- Speak loud for examiner to hear
- Move to the next station
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Scenario: MAKING A HOSPITAL BED
Examiner’s name …………………….…date………………………………..
School code………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Washes hands and requests for an assistant. |
½ | ||||
2 |
Brings the trolley near the bed side and puts two chairs at the bottom of the bed. |
½ | ||||
3 |
Screens and extend the bed away from the wall |
½ | ||||
4 |
Turns the mattress to check for firmness of the spring and straightens the mattress cover working from top to bottom of the bed. |
½ | ||||
5 |
Puts the long mackintosh and meters the corners to make an envelope then tucks in from top to bottom |
1 | ||||
6 |
Puts the bottom bed sheet and meters the corners to make an envelope then tucks in from top to bottom |
1 | ||||
7 |
Puts a draw mackintosh across the bed at the level of the buttocks and tucks on both sides |
½ | ||||
8 |
Puts a draw sheet on the draw mackintosh and also tucks in on both sides. |
½ | ||||
9 |
Puts the top bed sheet and meters the corners of the bottom to make an envelope then tucks in |
1 | ||||
10 |
Puts the blanket and meters the corners of the bottom to make an envelope then tucks in from top to bottom |
1 | ||||
11 |
Puts the counter pane and meters the bottom, the folds together with the blanket and top sheet up to the middle way and tucks in on both sides |
1 | ||||
12 |
Puts a pillow in a pillow case and places at the top ensuring that the open part doesn’t face the door. |
1 | ||||
13 |
Takes the bed back to the wall, clears away and washes hands. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments……………………………………………
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SCENARIO: MAKING A HOSPITAL BED
At this station, all the requirements for bed making are already set for you. Make an un occupied bed (hospital bed) while observing the rules of bed making.
Instructions:
- Perform the task.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: DUMP DUSTING
Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..
School code…………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Puts on an apron and Washes hands and |
1 | ||||
2 |
Puts on clean gloves |
1 | ||||
3 |
Pours water in one basin and mix with soap to make soapy water and another basin with clean water. |
1 | ||||
4 |
Using a flannel ,dumps it in soapy water and dusts the top surface of the locker from far to nearby side |
1 | ||||
5 |
Rinses the towel and again dusts using clean water and dries up using a dry flannel. |
1 | ||||
6 |
Moves to the inner part following the same steps like in 2 and 3 above |
1 | ||||
7 |
Move to the lower parts and follow the same steps like in 2 and 3 above |
1 | ||||
8 |
Changes water whenever dirty |
1 | ||||
10 |
Clears away and washes hands |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments…………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: DUMP DUSTING A LOCKER
At this station, all the requirements for dump dusting are already set for you.
Instructions:
- Carry out dump dusting.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: SURGICAL HAND WASHING
Examiner’s name …………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Wets the hands and applies soap thoroughly to form foam. |
1 | ||||
2 |
Scrubs the left palm over the right palm down- up movement at least five times. |
1 | ||||
3 |
Scrubs the left dorsum over the right palm in the same manner like in 2 above and vice versa |
1 | ||||
4 |
Scrubs the left dorsum over the right palm with fingers interlocked and vice versa |
1 | ||||
5 |
Scrubs the left palm over the right with the fingers interlaced |
1 | ||||
6 |
Does the rotational rubbing of the left thumb and vice versa. |
1 | ||||
7 |
Scrubs the tips of the left fingers over the right palm and vice versa. |
1 | ||||
8 |
Rinses the hands thoroughly up to the point below the elbow joint methodically |
1 | ||||
9 |
Turns off the tap using the elbow but not the hand |
1 | ||||
10 |
Using a sterile hand towel, dries the hands methodically and discards it in a right place then remains with the hands up. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: SURGICAL HAND WASHING
At this station, all the requirements for hand washing are already set for you.
Instructions:
- Carry out surgical hand washing methodically.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF BED APPLIANCES WITH THEIR USES
Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..
School……………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Long mackintosh- for protecting the mattress. |
1 | ||||
2 |
Bed cradle- for lifting off the linens over the wound. |
1 | ||||
3 |
Cardiac table- for the patient to lean forward and feeding purposes in patients with difficulties in breathing |
1 | ||||
4 |
Back rest- to support the patient in sitting up position |
1 | ||||
5 |
Foot rest- to prevent foot drop |
1 | ||||
6 |
Fracture board- to provide firm support of the mattress. |
1 | ||||
7 |
Bed blocks/elevator- to elevate the top or bottom of the bed. |
1 | ||||
8 |
An air ring- to reduce pressure to the sacrum and coccyx |
1 | ||||
9 |
Hot water bottle- for providing additional warmth to the patient. |
1 | ||||
10 |
Sand bags- to prevent movement of the lower limbs when the patient is in bed |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF BED APPLIANCES WITH THEIR USES
At this station you are provided with some of the bed appliances necessary for providing patient’s comfort.
Instructions:
- Identify the appliances with their uses.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: NAMING PELVIC BONES AND JOINTS
Examiner’s name …………………………..…date………………………………..
School co………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Moves the trolley near the examiner and washes hands. |
1 | ||||
2 |
Holds the pelvis properly and defines it. |
1 | ||||
3 |
Identifies two innominate bones as right and left. Each innominate bone consists of the Ilium, ischium and the pubic bone |
2 | ||||
4 |
Identifies sacrum made of five fused bones |
1 | ||||
5 |
Identifies the coccyx made up of four fused bones. |
1 | ||||
6 |
Mentions the pelvic joints as: 2 sacro iliac joints left and right. 1 sacro coccygeal joint joining the sacrum and coccyx Symphysis pubis joining two pubic bones. |
1 1 1 | ||||
7 |
Washes the hands |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: NAMING THE PELVIC BONES AND JOINTS.
At this station you are provided with a model of the pelvis.
Instructions:
- Name all its bones and joints correctly.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: PUTTING ON SURGICAL GLOVES.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Washes hands and |
½ | ||||
2 |
Identifies the correct size of the gloves and opens it on a sterile surface. |
1 | ||||
3 |
Carries out surgical hand washing methodically. |
2 | ||||
4 |
Opens the inner pack of the gloves, using the left hand picks the inner surface of the glove to dress the right hand without touching the sterile surface. |
2 | ||||
5 |
Using the dressed hand now, dresses the left hand while touching the sterile surface only. |
2 | ||||
6 |
Fixes the gloves correctly to fit the fingers |
½ | ||||
7 |
Keeps the hand above the level of the waist. |
½ | ||||
8 |
Removes the gloves methodically and discards them in a right place. |
1 | ||||
9 |
Washes hands |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: PUTTING ON STERILE GLOVES
At this station you are provided with the requirements for surgical gloving.
Instructions:
- Put on the gloves while observing sterility.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: TEMPERATURE TAKING.
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Creates rapport and explains the procedure to the patient |
1 | ||||
2 |
Washes hands and sets the following:
|
3 | ||||
3 |
Screens the bed for privacy. |
1 | ||||
4 |
Inspects the thermometer for cracks, and cleans it with a swab. |
1 | ||||
5 |
Cleans the axilla with a dry swab and inserts the thermometer, correctly. |
1 | ||||
6 |
Removes the thermometer, after three minutes and takes the readings at an eye level. |
1 | ||||
7 |
Gives the findings to the patient |
1 | ||||
8 |
Records the findings and clears away. |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
1O |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: TAKING TEMPERATURE.
At this station, there is a patient admitted in bed, you are asked to take his temperature.
Instructions:
- Set and carry out temperature.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: PRONE POSITION .
Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Creates rapport with the patient |
1 | ||||
2 |
Explains the procedure to the patient Asks for the an assistant |
1 | ||||
3 |
Washes the hands together with the assistant |
1 | ||||
4 |
Moves trolley at the bed side |
1 | ||||
5 |
Asks the patient to allow to be positioned |
1 | ||||
6 |
Patient lies on the abdomen with the head on a pillow turned one side |
1 | ||||
7 |
Small soft pillow placed under the abdomen |
1 | ||||
8 |
Pelvis and the lower legs are supported on a pillow under the ankles to prevent discomfort of toes pressing the bed. |
1 | ||||
9 |
Thanks the patient and laves him comfortable |
1 | ||||
10 |
Washes hands |
1 | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: POSITIONING A PATIENT IN PRONE POSITION.
At this station, there is a patient admitted in bed, you are asked to position him in a prone position.
Instructions:
- Set and position the patient.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Scenario: HEALTH EDUCATION ON PATIENTS RIGHTS.
Examiner’s name …………………………..…date………………………………..
School …………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..
NO. |
AREAS TOBE ASSESSED |
SCORE |
DONE |
PARTIALLY DONE |
NOT DONE |
TOTAL |
1 |
Requests for attention and introduces self. |
½ | ||||
2 |
Introduces the topic |
½ | ||||
3 |
Assess their understanding on the topic |
½ | ||||
4 |
Defines the topic and gives the rights of patient as:
|
1 1 1 1 1 1 | ||||
5 |
Acknowledges patient’s understanding about the topic |
½ | ||||
6 |
Allows them to ask questions and answers them correctly |
½ | ||||
7 |
Summarizes the topic |
½ | ||||
8 |
Enquires about the next topic, time and place |
½ | ||||
9 |
Thanks the patients |
½ | ||||
TOTAL |
10 |
Examiner’s comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ON PATIENT’S RIGHTS
At this station, there is a group of patients who have reported in the OPD, health educate them on the patient’s rights
Instructions:
- Conduct health education.
- Speak loud for examiner to hear.
- Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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