Student ___________________
Date of Rotation_____________
Cardiopulmonary (CP)
OBJECTIVES
After participation in this rotation, the Health Science student will gain knowledge of various procedures
that are performed by Cardiopulmonary, will be able to identify what types of staff members are employed
on the units and their roles, and will be able to identify the important aspects of cardiopulmonary
procedures.
PRE-ROTATION ASSIGNMENT
Instructor__________
Define the following terms:
1. apnea
2. Pulmonary function test
3. Spirometry
4. mechanical ventilation
5. atelectasis
6. hypoxia
7. bronchodilators
8. mucolytic
9. corticosteroids
10. arterial blood gases (ABGs)
11. COPD
12. pleurisy
13. Describe positive aspects and dangers of oxygen therapy.
14. List the results that are reported on an Arterial Blood Gas Study.
15. Explain what a spontaneous pneumothorax is and how it is treated.
16. What is the importance of a post surgical patient or an immobile patient using an incentive
spirometer?
17. List the normal values for PO2 and PCO2 on an ABG analysis for an adult patient.
18. How do healthcare professionals assess the effectiveness of oxygen therapy?
19. Explain the purpose of a chest tube.
20. List the advantages and disadvantages of aerosolized medications.
21. Explain why the water in the humidifier bottle attached to an oxygen delivery system bubbles
when it is working correctly.
22. List at least five services that are provided by the cardiopulmonary professionals.
Cardiopulmonary(CP)
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. Patient Evaluation/Assessment
a. auscultation
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b. pulse oximetery
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c. ABG
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d. pulmonary function test
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2. Procedures/Treatment
a. nebulizer
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b. nasal cannula
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c. mask
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d. CPAP/BiPAP
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e. mechanical ventilation
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f. suction
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g. incentive spirometer
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h. ABG
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Mentor Signature
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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
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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0
Cardiopulmonary (CP)
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 patient diagnosis and procedures did you learn about?
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____________________