The Importance Of Classroom Reflection

The classroom demonstration was helpful in regards to what was expected because we were not just thrown into the situation blindly. I felt more prepared in my practice simulation because of the classroom demonstration. The demonstration in class showed me how to approach patients with cultural differences. For example, it showed me what types of questions to ask and ways to suggest things without completely shutting off their cultural ideations etc. Additionally, the LEARN evaluation tool really helped me to systemically “gather information” about the patient (Avino, 2013). It was also a great tool to look back at and see which areas needed improvement and which ones I felt comfortable addressing already.

Speaking from a personal standpoint,

The first lab that I had with my partner I emphasized the need for patient education. The patient stated that she did not understand the meaning of hypertension, or what exactly caused it. As I went further to explain the meaning or cause of the disease, I lost engagement with my patient due to the use of big medical words. At the end of the discussion, the patient was still left unclear about her disease. From this simulation I learned that it is important to gauge the patient’s health literacy. Many times we as nurse tend to forget that we use a “special language” that is not familiar to an average person. With this, we had to use the explain portion of the LEARN model to make sure that she was clearly informed about her illness. Through the next two labs, I realized the importance of communicating effectively, and using vocabulary that is well understood by the

With this lab, I think I can improve on picking up more on social or ethnic cues. For example, in lab 2, the patient avoided eye contact whenever we mentioned her husband and this is something that I should have further discussed with the patient. I believed that was the patient’s way of addressing a problem between her and the husband. In the future, I will be sure to address the issues thoroughly so that the best care is provided to the patient.

The third lab emphasized vulnerable populations and disability. From this lab, I needed improvement with listening better to the patient’s needs (since they are unique to the disability they may have). Our patient told us that at times we asked too many repetitive questions. In future labs, I will avoid asking repetitive questions and listen to the patient carefully the first time he addresses his concerns. Continuing to improve these things will help create a more comfortable, and a safer environment for the