Reflection: Putting Together My Clinical Notebook

Putting together my clinical notebook required lots of thought and planning before beginning to put it together. I wanted my notebook organized in a way that I could easily and quickly find what I was looking for. I separated the information the way that the modules are separated in nutrition assessment. I began my binder with the nutrition care process model and finished with Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment module. It was challenging but I am happy that I went with this organization because I can easily find quickly the information I need in it. I went through each module and the power point presentations to ensure I had everything that would help me in the future. I included eNCPT terminology, DRIs, lab values, and many useful equations.

I can use it when doing nutrition assessments and anthropometric measurements at a clinical rotation. Also, if doing a rotation for example, with WIC I could use the growth charts and interpret them with the tables I included.

As a young professional I see myself using my notebook as my quick reference book. I will treat my notebook as a bible and take it everywhere I go. I plan to continue adding to my notebook as I come across useful information that I will benefit having at easy access.

I found putting together the notebook extremely helpful because I was searching for valuable information I was refreshing my memory with it. I felt as if I was reviewing for an exam by looking at the different equations and familiarizing myself again with them. Also, reviewing the different power point slides and folders on blackboard was super helpful. I was amazed to see how much information we already had learned and how quickly time has gone by. Looking back at the Nutrition Care Process Model seemed like if it was just yesterday I was learning it. Honestly, I really enjoyed putting together the notebook because every single page that was put into it was something I am excited to work with. There was never a dull moment because anything related to nutrition is of my interest. I really think it is a good idea to include part of my summary in my personal statement goals because it will show my dedication and