Self Assessment

2014 - 2014 - Final NURS-101 Practical Nursing Practice 1

NURS 101 Practical Nursing Practice 1 (PN, 09-Sep-2014 - 11-Dec-2014)
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Nirjhari Chhaya

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21-Nov-2014 To 12-Dec-2014
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I declare that this is my original work and the sources used are acknowledged.

Abilities and Outcomes / Learning Outcomes

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Teacher Rating

1. COMPETENT AND SAFE PRACTICE WITHIN A PROFESSIONAL, LEGAL, AND ETHICAL FRAMEWORK
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1. 1 Comply with Humber College Institute of Technology and Applied learning (ITAL) policies,
the Practical Nursing Program Student Handbook, Clinical Simulation Lab Code of Behaviour
contract, and professional nursing standards and guidelines.
N.C. : I complied with Humber College Institute of Technology and Applied learning (ITAL) policies, the Practical Nursing Program Student
Handbook, Clinical Simulation Lab Code of Behaviour contract, and professional nursing standards and guidelines throughout the
semester by following all the rules, wearing proper uniform, making sure that I don't damage the Sims mannequins, and by being prepared
for class.

1. 2 Accept responsibility for own actions and for self-directed learning.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I accepted responsibility for my actions and for self-directed learning when I forgot my equipment at home and I told my instructor
about the situation and borrowed my partners equipment. By doing so I was able to reflect on myself and remembered to bring all my
equipment for all the future classes.

1. 3 Demonstrate professionalism with attendance, punctuality, dress code, behavior,

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language, and timely submission of assignments.

N.C. : I demonstrated professionalism with attendance, punctuality, dress code, behavior, language, and timely submission of
assignments by coming to class on time with all my equipment and in proper uniform every week and submitting all my assignments
on time.

1. 4 Use theory-based approach.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I used a theory-based approach while doing the documentation assignment by researching the different types of documentation
methods and using the resources available to me such as the Potter and Perry textbook.

1. 5 Ensure a safe environment.

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N.C. : I ensured a safe environment by making sure that the bed was locked before my client got into the bed. This was to prevent any
injury to my client while getting on or off the bed. I also made sure that I put the side rails up every time I left the bedside so my client
wouldn't fall off the bed.

1. 6 Ask relevant questions and answer questions based on thorough preparation.

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

N.C. : I asked relevant questions and answer questions based on thorough preparation while we had all the class discussions and when
we were in our individual groups. I asked questions when I wasn't sure about a concept such as providing perineal care to the patient or
percussing properly. I have always participated in the class discussions and answered questions based on my readings and based on the
knowledge I have gained from other classes.

1. 7 Apply knowledge of the role of the student nurse.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I applied knowledge of the role of the student nurse while demonstrating the proper techniques of performing nursing care. I
ensured that I was able to follow all the steps and provide competent care to my client.

2. ACCURATE AND RELEVANT COMMUNICATION

2. 1 Participate in group sharing and discussions.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I participated in group sharing and discussions throughout the weeks while having class discussions by answering questions,
asking questions to better understand certain concepts, and discussing concepts in the individual groups we have in our class.

2. 2 Document clearly, accurately, and concisely using written and electronic methods.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I documented clearly, accurately, and concisely using written and electronic methods while doing the narrative note for the
documentation assignment. I used the textbook and other resources given to me to ensure I could write the note correctly.

2. 3 Demonstration reporting relevant information to the appropriate personnel.

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

N.C. : I demonstrated reporting relevant information to the appropriate personnel when I reported to my instructor that I forgot my lab
equipment at home.

2. 4 Use communication techniques with the health care team.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I used communication techniques with the health care team when I communicated with the other nursing students and the
instructors during discussions and while asking or answering questions. Also when we were in smaller groups, we had a lot of discussions
about how to do the assessments properly and correctly.

2. 5 Maintain privacy and confidentiality.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I maintained privacy and confidentiality when caring for my patient by closing the curtain and providing them with privacy and by
not discussing their information with anyone who does not need to know it.

2. 6 Use technology to retrieve information from texts and other resources.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I used technology to retrieve information from texts and other resources while reading the online textbook for class as well as while
searching up certain things to understand them better.

3. CARING RELATIONAL PRACTICE

3. 1 Apply knowledge of the therapeutic nurse-client relationship and effective

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Satisfactory

communication techniques furing the provision of nursing skills and assessments.

N.C. : I applied knowledge of the therapeutic nurse-client relationship and effective communication techniques during the provision of
nursing skills and assessments when I was talking to my client to make sure they know what the procedure is and that I have their
permission and attention to perform the assessment.

3. 2 Establish respectful, polite, and honest relationships with peers, Professors/Clinical

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

Teachers, and the Lab Technologist.

N.C. : I established respectful, polite, and honest relationships with peers, professors/clinical teachers, and the lab technologist when I
was communication with them throughout the semester. I was respectful to all the instructors and made sure that we had a good
relationship.

3. 3 Exhibit cooperative, helpful, and collaborative relationships with team members.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I exhibited cooperative, helpful, and collaborative relationships with team members when I answered questions that my peers had.
When ever my peer had a question I was respectful towards their question and tried to answer iit to the best of my abilities without being
demeaning in any way and making sure they understand the information.

3. 4 Apply knowledge of strategies for conflict resolution.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I applied knowledge of strategies for conflict resolution when I asked my instructor to explain concepts to me that I didn't
understand. To ensure that I have a good understanding of why things are done the way they are, I asked questions in class. This
helped me increase my knowledge and enhance my problem solving skills.

3. 5 Recognize how ones behavior affects peer relationships and practice.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I recognized how one's behaviour affects peer relationships and practice when I was practicing the assessments with my peer. All of
us have a different cultural background and different ways of attending to a certain situation, so it was important to recognize my
behaviour towards these situations to ensure that I don't offend anyone and so that I am able to establish a healthy relationship with my
peers.

3. 6 Respect the diversity of peers in the learning environment.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I respected the diversity of peers in the learning environment by recognizing all the different cultural backgrounds that my peers
come from and respecting them with their ways of doing things that might be different from my culture.

3. 7 Apply knowledge of health teaching and learning strategies.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I applied knowledge of health teaching and learning strategies when I talked to my instructor about some health issues I was having
and listening to his advice and talking to my doctor.

4. LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY

4. 1 Recognize situations that could lead to conflict and apply knowledge of conflict
resolution.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I recognized situations that could lead to conflict and applied knowledge of conflict resolution when while performing my skills
assessment I forgot the bath blanket and later remembered and went to get it.

4. 2 Demonstrate leadership skills that foster group work and a positive learning environment.

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

N.C. : I demonstrated leadership skills that foster group work and a positive learning environment when I was participating in class
discussions and answering questions.

4. 3 Provide feedback to peers and accept feedback from peers.

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

N.C. : I provided feedback to peers and accepted feedback from peers while practicing the different assessments. I provided feedback to
my peers when they were doing something wrong and needed to be corrected as well as when they were doing the right things and needed
reassurance or praise. I accepted feedback from my peers when they told me I was doing something wrong and I asked them what I could
do to be better.

4. 4 Advocate for self and peers for a quality learning environment.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I advocated for self and peers for a quality learning environment when a few of us didn't understand a concept and I asked the
instructor to explain that concept to us.

4. 5 Ask relevant questions to clarify understanding.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I asked relevant questions to clarify understanding when I didn't understanding something in class and asked for clarification to
understand the concepts better and in more detail.

4. 6 Respond appropriately to unsafe and unacceptable behaviours.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I responded appropriately to unsafe and unacceptable behaviour when my peer came off of the bed while it was still at the nurse's
working level and not at the bottom position and I told her that it wasn't safe to come off like that and put the bed in the bottom position so
she could come off safely.

5. PLANS OF CARE:MEET CLIENTS NEEDS AND MUTUALLY AGREED EXPECTED OUTCOMES

5. 1 Identify the importance of assessing clients unique needs.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I identified the importance of assessing clients' unique needs when I asked my client for her bathing preference while performing
hygiene care.

5. 2 Plan holistic, client-centred assessments and interventions that are based on appropriate

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rationale.
N.C. : I planned holistic, client-centered assessments and interventions that are based on appropriate rationale while practicing the
neurological assessment.

5. 3 Complete health assessments, interviewing, and nursing skills in an organized and timely

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manner.
N.C. : I completed health assessments, interviewing, and nursing skills in an organized and timely manner while performing vital signs on
my client.

5. 4 Perform health assessments, interviewing, and nursing techniques and skills accurately,

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safely, competently and in a timely manner.

N.C. : I performed health assessments, interviewing, and nursing techniques and skills accurately, safely, competently and in a timely
manner while doing the midterm skills assessment.

5. 5 Perform initial assessments of clients vital signs, neurological, cardiovascular,

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respiratory, and gastrointestinal systems.

N.C. : I performed initial assessments of clients vital signs, neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal systems while
practicing each of those assessment.

5. 6 Use the nursing process as a decision-making tool.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I used the nursing process as a decision-making tool when my client had a stomach ache to ensure I could provide competent care
to my client.

5. 7 Utilize the nursing process to meet clients healthcare needs related to hygiene, including

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Satisfactory

integumentary care, nutrition, hydration, digestion, elimination, mobility, and safety.

N.C. : I utilized the nursing process to meet clients healthcare needs related to hygiene, including integumentary care, nutrition, hydration,
digestion, elimination, mobility, and safety while reading the textbook and doing the online quizzes.

5. 8 Discuss environmental strategies that promote health safety, and reduce risk including

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infection control, emergency codes, and ethically appropriate and safe use of restraints.
N.C. : I discussed environmental strategies that promote health safety, and reduce risk including infection control, emergency codes, and
ethically appropriate and safe use of restraints while we were having a class discussion on these topics.

5. 9 Utilize infection prevention and control practice, including, but not limited to: hand

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washing and basic personal protective equipment (PPE).

N.C. : I utilized infection prevention and control practice, including, but not limited to: hand washing and basic personal protective
equipment (PPE) while performing hygiene care for my client.

6. COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE: INTERPROFESSIONAL HEALTH CARE TEAM

6. 1 Participate knowledgably in discussions with peers and faculty.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I participated knowledgeably in discussions with peers and faculty every week during the class discussions and when we were in
our groups by asking and answering relevant questions.

6. 2 Acts as an effective and valuable member of the group.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I acted as an effective and valuable member of the group every week during class discussions by answering questions and
participating in the discussions.

6. 3 Ask knowledgeable questions and answer questions knowledgeably.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I asked knowledgeable questions and answer questions knowledgeably when we were practicing the different assessments.

6. 4 Seek out assistance

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I sought out assistance by asking questions throughout the weeks when we were practicing the assessments and I didn't
understand something.

6. 5 Use group process and conflict resolution skills to build consensus and collaboration.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I used group process and conflict resolution skills to build consensus and collaboration when we were discussing how to percuss
on our client.

6. 6 Demonstrate respect for peers and others.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I demonstrated respect for peers and other throughout the weeks by not interrupting people while they were talking and by listening
to what everyone has to say before coming to any conclusions.

7. QUALITY ASSURANCE: CONTINUE AND IMPROVE COMPETENCE

7. 1 Identify strengths and areas for improvement using reflective practice.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I identified strengths and areas for improvement using reflective practice after the hygiene assessment I performed by looking at the
points I missed out on and by reviewing the steps.

7. 2 Utilize self-reflection and feedback from Professors / Clinical Teachers and peers to

Satisfactory

Satisfactory

identify strengths and areas for improvement.

N.C. : I utilized self-reflection and feedback from Professors / Clinical Teachers and peers to identify strengths and areas for improvement
when my instructor told me what I did wrong and the things I missed out on while doing the hygiene assessment on my client.

7. 3 Assume responsibility to seek out learning opportunities that foster professional

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development.
N.C. : I assumed responsibility to seek out learning opportunities that foster professional development throughout the weeks by asking
questions to understand the concepts better.

7. 4 Create a learning plan to address areas for improvement.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I created a learning plan to address areas for improvement after my hygiene assessment. My goal was to be able to do the complete
assessment accurately because I wasn't able to remember all the steps while doing the midterm assessment. I decided that I want to be
able to achieve this goal in a week. In order to achieve this goal I decided that I would re-watch the assessment video and re-read the
textbook to go over the points I missed. I also went through the checklist again to reflect on the things I missed. I also watched some
videos online to get a better understanding of the procedure. After I was fully prepared, on October 19, 2014 I practice the assessment on
my brother and I was able to perform all the steps accurately without missing anything. Therefore I was able to achieve my goal.

7. 5 Come prepared to apply theory by reviewing all required preparatory learning materials
and completing all activities.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I came prepared to apply theory by reviewing all required preparatory learning materials and completing all activities by completing
my readings every week and doing the online quizzes prior to class.

8. USE CRITICAL THINKING, PROBLEM-SOLVING & DECISION-MAKING EFFECTIVELY

8. 1 Utilize problem-solving and decision-making skills related to foundational aspects of

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nursing interventions, skills, and practice.

N.C. : I utilized problem-solving and decision-making skills related to foundational aspects of nursing interventions, skills, and practice
when I forgot to provide my client with privacy at the beginning of the assessment, but I remembered later on and provided privacy to the
client.

8. 2 Use a theory-based approach, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a

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professional and accountable manner.

N.C. : I used a theory-based approach, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a professional and accountable manner while
performing the assessments such as hygiene care and vital signs.

8. 3 Use relevant theory to explain the rational underlying the health assessment and

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Satisfactory

interviewing strategies and techniques and the foundational nursing skills being used.
N.C. : I used relevant theory to explain the rational underlying the health assessment and interviewing strategies and techniques and the
foundational nursing skills being used when I was learning about the different types of thermometers and when and how they were used.

8. 4 Apply knowledge from nursing, health, biological and social sciences.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I applied knowledge from nursing, health, biological and social sciences while learning about the restriction that a female patient
has.

8. 5 Demonstrate professionalism and accountability.

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Satisfactory

N.C. : I demonstrated professionalism and accountability by arriving to class on time each week and having all the pre-lab requirements
done.

8. 6 Recognize strengths and limitations and seek appropriate assistance and support.

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N.C. : I recognize strengths and limitations and seek appropriate assistance and support when I asked my instructor about the abdominal
assessment.

Student Final Summary with Strategies for Continued Growth

Over the weeks I have been able to improve on the skills I wasn't competent in before. I was also able to gain a lot of knowledge on the different types
of assessments a nurse has to perform and how to perform them accurately and correctly. I have been prepared for all my classes and I have given
input to the class while we had the class discussions. This has helped me become more open to speaking in public as well as gaining knowledge and
knowing that I am on the right track. This class has been very helpful with the physical aspect of the assessments and it has helped with understanding
some of the things we learn in other classes such as health assessment and theory. I feel that over the weeks I have gotten a lot of chances to
improve the skills I lacked before and I feel more confident now. I feel that I have been able to become satisfactory in all aspect but there
is always room for improvement. I am still learning lots of new things and am trying to improve and become a better student and a better nurse. In
order to ensure that I keep growing I will practice all the different assessments as well as do more research on the concepts I don't understand
completely. I will continue to ask questions and engage in group discussion to enhance my knowledge as well as help out my peers by sharing my
knowledge. I will continue to make learning plans for things I need to improve on and use SMART goals to achieve my goals. I will also try to apply
the knowledge from this class to other classes and from other classes to this class as well as outside of school. I look forward to gaining more
knowledge and becoming a better nursing student and a better nurse.

Teacher Final Summary with Strategies for Continued Growth

Nirjhari has showed improvements throughout the course. She has successfully completed her final skills testing and I wish her luck in her final exam.

Program Coordinator comment

Congratulations

Grade

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Unsatisfactory

Referred to Clinical Excellence Committee (CEC)

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Program Coordinator Feedback
The Program Coordinator has reviewed the evaluation

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No

Student Sign Off

I met with my Clinical Teacher/Preceptor and discussed my evaluation

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No

In general this evaluation accurately reflects my performance

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No

Submitted Date: 22-Nov-2014 22:33