Courses
MDWF 1040: IV Skills
HLTH 1010: Medical Terminology and Charting
ENGL 1010: Introduction to English
HIST 1010: History of Midwifery
Cumulative GPA: 4.0
Skills Practiced
Attended 4 births
Placed an IV on a laboring woman
Started birth assisting
Reflection on Term
This term really challenged me to grow outside of my comfort zone. I had my first experience of practicing and gaining clinical skills, such as IV placement. I learned, through mt experiences, that I cannot become a midwife and practice in a void. Relying on others, especially other midwives, is necessary for back-up, skill-sharing and practicing, and second opinions. If I become a midwife, it will be in no small part due to the support I receive from my local birthworker community.
Sitting in the hospital at a birth, swollen feet, at 37 weeks pregnant.
Successful IV infusion. Happy client!