Student ___________________
Date of Rotation_____________
OBJECTIVES
After participation in this rotation, the Health Science student will gain knowledge of various procedures that are performed in the cardiovascular units, will be able to identify what types of staff members are employed on the units, and will be able to identify the important aspects of post procedure/rehab care.
PRE-ROTATION ASSIGNMENT Instructor__________
Define the following terms:
1. arrhythmia
2. cardioversion
3. depolarization
4. ectopic beat
5. fibrillation
6. ischemia
7. thrombosis
8. myocardial infarction
9. electrocardiogram
10. telemetry
11. angioplasty
12. coronary artery bypass graft

13. stenosis
14. Draw and label the parts of the heart (on a separate sheet of paper)
15. Draw and label the PQRST wave of an EKG strip (on a separate sheet of paper)
16. What are the signs and symptoms of a heart attack (myocardial infarction)?
17. What are the risk factors for cardiovascular diseases? Name at least five.
18. How can a practitioner recognize a myocardial infarction on an EKG strip?
19. What is the difference in bradycardia and tachycardia?
20. Explain systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure.
21. What is asystole?
22. What is the normal heart rate and normal blood pressure for an adult patient?
23. What is the difference between dysphagia and aphagia?
24. How often do the staff assess vital signs on a patient in the Cath Lab or CVCU?
25. What are the signs and symptoms of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?

Thank you for mentoring the Denton ISD Health Science student on your unit. Your time and leadership is greatly valued and I appreciate your feedback on student performance while on your unit.
OBSERVED/ASSISTED
1. Orientation to Cardiology Services a. patient assessment __________/_________
__________/_________ b. emergency procedures
2. Invasive Care (Cath Lab) a. patient transport __________/_________ b. sterile technique/set-up of cath lab __________/_________ c. preparation of patient __________/_________ d. cath procedure __________/_________ e. post-cath patient care __________/__________
3. Non-Invasive Care a. cardiac rehabilitation b. exercise with monitor
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__________/__________ c. vital signs monitoring __________/__________
4. Non-Invasive Procedures a. 12 lead EKG b. identification of normal EKG or arrhythmias
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__________/__________ c. Holter Monitor __________/__________ d. echocardiogram __________/__________ e. IV therapy (use of IV pump) __________/__________ f. oxygen therapy __________/__________ g. suction/NG tube __________/__________ h. dressing care __________/__________ i. foley catheter care __________/__________ j. positioning/hygiene care __________/__________ k. intake/output __________/__________
l. other_______________________________ __________/__________
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Mentor Signature Date

Evaluation Sheet for Clinical Rotation
Student name: _______________________________________________________________________
Rotation site: ___________________________________ Date: ____________________
Please evaluate the student for each category and mark the appropriate box. The scale proceeds from a high of 5 to a low of 0.
Area of Evaluation 5 4 3 2
Presents proper appearance:
Professional grooming.
Neat and clean.
Meets professional standards.
Attitude toward learning :
Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to learn.
Asks pertinent questions.
Demonstrates enthusiasm.
Exhibits emotional maturity.
Observes rules:
Observes safety factors.
Demonstrates understanding of Medical Ethics and
Confidentiality.
Quality of work:
Uses proper techniques.
Takes pride in work.
Exhibits ability to follow directions.
Quantity of work:
Follows directions.
Completes tasks on time.
Productive use of time.
Cooperates with others:
Works well with others.
Readily assists others.
Displays good human relations:
Shows tact and understanding.
Respectful of others.
Exhibits a positive attitude.
Comments:
Mentor:_____________________________________________ Date:___________________________________
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Post Rotation Reflection
(due on Friday or Monday after Rotation on Unit)
Answer the following questions using complete sentences and correct grammar/punctuation. Answer ALL questions.
1. The mentor(s) that I was assigned to was_____________________________________. Their
title(s) are_______________________________.
2. What did you like best about your rotation day in the department? Why?
3. What did you like least about your rotation day in this department? Why?
4. What skills did you perform while on this unit?
5. List five pieces of medical equipment that you observed on the unit this week.
6. What diseases/disorders did you observe?
7. What medical terminology or abbreviations did you encounter? Name at least three and provide definition or meaning.
8. Interview your mentor. List their educational background, job description, years of experience, and level of job satisfaction.

Using the following space, write an essay describing your overall experience on the unit. When reflecting on your day in the unit, think about your responsibility in your learning. What could you have done differently to ensure that you have the optimal experience?
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Student Signature___________________________________ Date____________________