The Last Day of Clinic
P: In clinic this week I had two patients that I have worked with previously. I led the first treatment and the 1st year student led the second treatment. I practiced stretches and e stim today. The stretches included hip flexor, hamstring contract relax, pec, and gastroc. I also performed TENS to the patient’s upper traps.
O: I observed the 1st year student treat our second patient. She worked on increasing knee range of motion with the exercise bike, nustep, wall slides, and prolonged hamstring stretch. She worked on increasing quad strength with the leg press. She also applied a cold pack.
L: I learned how to use the electronic documentation better. Last week was my first time using the computer to document. The second time around I think sank in better for me and I know feel more comfortable using it.
K: I already knew how to perform all the skills I practiced today since I have worked with these two patients multiple times. I got to practice TENS in the clinic for the first time which really helps in learning to apply this modality.
A: I think the day went really well. It was nice way to end the semester. I was impressed with my 1st year and how well she did leading the second treatment. I think she is ready to be on her own next semester. I feel comfortable with what I practiced in the clinic today and am looking forward to going out on clinicals.
Jeff said,
December 26, 2007 at 12:25 am
Hi Holly. I tried to relply to an earlier blog of yours but whenever I tried to open it, it wouldn’t let me so I’ll address all of your most recent blogs here, in general.
S: You have a very approachable personality. You work well with patients and peers. I know you had a hard time working with one of your 1st-years, but she nor do I blame you. The difficulty has been her own and she takes full responsibility for that. I am glad that you looked introspectively because that is what an effective learner and caring person does, But be assured that you did fine!
O: One thing I would ask is that if you are struggling with an issue that it is better to address it right away. For instance, I would have preferred for you to come to speak directly to me if you had concerns about the 1st-year student, not that you would be “telling on her” but rather it may have alleviated some of your stress.
S: You have the skills to be a very good PTA! You have just started your education. Continue to seek out learning whenever and wherever you are. You are going to learn so much more on your clinicals! Good luck in all your endeavors!