Performance Evaluation Achieving Newborn Care Competency
Performance Evaluation Achieving Newborn Care Competency
Performance Evaluation Achieving Newborn Care Competency
8. Takes anthropometric measurements including weight, height, head, chest, abdominal circumference. 2
14. Administers Vitamin K (1mg) into the lateral anterior thigh or vastus lateralis. 1
15. Keeps baby wrapped warmly under the floor lamp or beside the mother according to institutional 1
policy.
16. Records pertinent observations and nursing care done. 1
1. Provides instruction to the mother on daily cord care and prevention of cord infection. 2
2. Provides discharge instructions to the mother on when to expect cord to fall off or to report signs of 1
cord infection.
3. Provides information regarding newborn screening, immunization, feeding , etc. 2
V. ETHICO-MORAL RESPONSIBILITY:
1. Respects the religious, cultural, and ethnic practices of the family of the newborn. 1
1. Updates oneself with the latest trends and developments in newborn care. 1
1. Wear neat, clean and complete uniform (cap, gown, dress, nameplate/pin, stocking, shoes). 1
VIII. RESEARCH:
3. Participates as a member of the research team in the conduction of the research study. 1
X. COMMUNICATION:
2. Maintains an open line of communication with the mother and other family members. 1
3. Establishes a collaborative relationship with members of the health team and family of the newborn. 1
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