Study environment:
We
had our introduction class on the ward and that helped us to get acquainted
with the ward staff and the ward environment. From the very beginning all the
staff were supportive and approachable. They were very helpful when I had questions
and needed any help.
The
ward chosen for our clinical placement was so comprehensive, we were able to
rotate in antenatal, delivery and postnatal at the same ward. It was quite interesting
and gave me a new perspective about holistic care. I now can see a way to
provide care from one unit that meets all the midwifery needs of a pregnant woman. The
other placements also went well. I was able to rotate through antenatal clinics
and the youth centers.
Relationship between Students and teachers:
My supervisors were very friendly and assisted me in doing several procedures
and explained all that was happening to me therefore helping bridge the
language barrier. I most cases were worked together as a team and I was given responsibilities which made me feel like a part of the team.some patients were uncomfortable with having students but generally most were courteous and pleased to have me on the health team.
Differences between home and KI:
The setup was new to me and I was really impressed with
the way that services are set up in areas close to the people. Unfortunately, I
had a limited time to rotate in the other clinics but overall the supervisors
and the other staff in all the clinics were very helpful. this was good because it aided my learning.
At home students have general case studies in groups more often and rarely have personal supervisors like at KI. Having a personal supervisor make the assessment of students easier and more related to events they have experienced.