Clinical Examinations Flashcards
1
Q
Summarise the steps prior to any clinical examinations
A
- Introduce yourself and your role
- Wash your hands
- Obtain consent. Ensure consent is given before giving advice, touching, or carrying out any clinical examination
- Ask if there is any concerns
- Ensure equipment is clean
- Ensure woman is comfortable
- Ensure baby is safe, comfortable, and warm - disturb as little as possible
- Be aware of normal remit and factors that might influence findings
- Ensure environment is suitable for the examination eg. well-lit room
2
Q
Summarise the steps post clinical examination
A
- Assist woman with her clothing
- Hand wash/alcohol rub
- If using swabs/tampons/instuments check all present with another health practitioner
- Dispose of equipment and rubbish appropriately
- Consider the whole person as although observations may be in normal range they may be misleading
- Explain findings, discuss and plan; discuss fully with mentor before discussing with mother
- Write up findings in notes including discussion and plan
- Report back to the midwife whether normal and abnormal
