Part C – Guided Reflection of the Video, “Receiving a patient to the ward from PACU”.Description: Identify and discuss the assessments and nursing interventions when caring for a patient who has just returned from the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) with a PCA and an abdominal wound.
After watching the video, reflect on the nursing care given to the patient in the video. When writing the guided reflection, consider the following questions:
1. Identify the assessments performed. Were these assessments adequately prioritised?
2. How effective was the communication between the two nurses? Did it promote teamwork?
3. How effective was the communication between the nurses and the patient?
4. Identify the post –op orders. Were all of these discussed?
5. Based on literature, are there any recommendations to improve for future practice?
Purpose: To demonstrate the understanding of clinical skills and nursing responsibilities within an acute care environment.
Assessment Task Part C will be assessed against standardised criteria for Reflection . See over page for Marking Guide.
