FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE SCHOOL OF

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY P.O BOX 20

APAC

OSPE/OSCE
PRACTICAL GUIDE
BOTH NURSING AND MIDWIFERY
PROCEDURE
ORGANISED AND COMPILED BY
NATUNGA RONALD DIPLOMA IN
COMPREHENSIVE NURSING
EXTENSION

2016

FOR FAMMILY USE NOT FOR SALE

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STATION:
SCENARIO: TAKING OBSERVATIONS
At this station, there is patient on four (4) hourly
observations.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Prepare the tray.
2.Take the temperature, pulse, respiration and blood
pressure.
3.Record the findings on the observation chart.
4.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TAKING VITAL OBSERVATIONS

STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/ AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
No E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure 1

2. Inspect the axilla and dry with a swab 2

3. Remove the thermometer, dry and

shake with a flick of the wrist until the 2
mercury falls below 35oC, inspect it
for cracks
4. Position the thermometer in the axilla 2
with the tip pointing towards the
patient’s head for 3 minutes
5. Ask the patient to place the hand over 4
the chest, while using the wrist of the
same hand to take the pulse, continue
taking the respirations when hand is
still on the wrist.
6. After three minutes, remove the 2
thermometer read, wipe.
7. Record your findings on the chart 2

8. Take the blood pressure and record 5

TOTAL 20

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
At this station, there are instruments prepared on a
tray.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Name the instruments one by one.
2.State their use.
3.Speak loudly for the examiner to hear you.
4.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION : CHECKLIST FOR IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS

STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/ AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
No E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Wash hands 2

2. Identify each instrument by naming

 Cusco’s vaginal speculum 1
 Dressing forceps 1
 Sponge holing forceps 1
 Uterine sound 1
 Mouth gag 1
 Airway piece 1
 Cord scissor 1
 Straight artery forceps 1
11. Explain the use of each of the
instruments
 Used during vaginal 1
examination to view the cervix
and walls of the vagina
 Used for dressing wounds 1
 Holding sponge/cotton swabs 1
during mopping of blood
 Measure the length of the 1
uterus
 Open mouth wide during oral 1
care
 Keep airway open 1
 Cutting the umbilical cord 1
 Arresting haemorrhage 1
20. Wash hands 2

TOTAL 20
COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: MAKING ADMISSION BED
At this station, there is a need to make an admission
bed.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. The trolley is already set
2. Make an admission bed.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: MAKING ADMISSION BED
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Places 2 chairs at the foot of the bed ½
and arranges linen on the chairs.
2. Checks the springs ½
3. Turns the mattress systematically ½

4. Puts on long mackintosh 1

5. Puts on bottom sheet and metres 1
corners
6. Puts draw mackintosh and draw sheet 1
7. Places admission sheet over draw 1½
sheet
8. Another admission sheet is put before 1½
the top sheet
9. Puts the top sheet, metres corners at 1
the bottom and folds the top.
10. Puts the blanket, metres cornes and 1
bed cover, tucks the bottom, metres
corners but does not tuck in the sides
11. Clears away ½
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: MAKING POST OPERATIVE BED
At this station you are to prepare a trolley for making
post operative bed, and make the bed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Prepare a trolley for post operative bed.
2. Make the post operative bed.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR MAKING A POST OPERATIVE BED
CANDIDATES NUMBER............................................................................

EXAMINER……………………………………..DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Wash hands 1

2. Put chairs at the foot of the bed with 1

the back of chairs opposite to each
other
3. Move locker from the bed
1

4. Pull the bed away from the wall 1

5. Turn the mattress, check the springs 1

6. Straighten the mattress cover 1

7. Place the long mackintosh 1

8. Place the bottom sheet 1

9. Tack the sheet well 1

10. Put on the draw mackintosh and the 2
draw sheet
11. Put on top sheet 1
12. Put on blankets and bed covers 2
13. Fold both sides of the bed linen into a 4
neat pack which can easily be
removed when lifting the patient on to
the bed
14. Place a small mackintosh and draw 1
sheet across the top of the bed and
tack it in
15. Clear away 1
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: GIVING A BED PAN
At this station, there is abed ridden patient who needs
to empty the bowel.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Give a bed pan.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: GIVING A BED PAN
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explains the procedure to the patient 1
2. Screens the bed 1
3. Warms the bed pan using warm water ½
4. Gently slips the bed pan under the 2
patient’s buttocks while the second
nurse helps lift the patient
5. Give a toilet paper to the patient to
clean herself if she can or helps the 1½
patient to clean
6. Carefully remove the bed pan and 1½
cover it
7. Offer the patient water to wash hands 1
8. Leave the patient comfortable ½
9. Clear the trolley and sluice the bed 1
pan
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: PREPARATION OF A TROLLEY FOR BED
BATH

At this station, there is abed ridden patient who needs

to bed bathed.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Prepare the trolley and present it to the examiner.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: PREPARATION OF A TROLLEY FOR BED BATH
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Washes hands and cleans the trolley ½
2. Top shelf
 Bath basin ½
 Jug with hot water ½
 Jug with cold water ½
 2 flannel
Tray containing ½
 Soap in a soap dish ½
 Nail brush and nail cutter ½
 Tooth brush and paste ½
 Comb ½
 Roll of toilet paper ½
 Glove ½
3. Bottom shelf
 2 bath towels ½
 1 pair of sheet ½
 1 bucket for used water ½
 1 receiver ½
4. Bed side
 Dirty linen container ½
 Screen ½
 Two chairs ½
 Hand washing equipment ½
 Bed pan and urinal ½
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: BED BATH
At this station, there is a dependent patient in bed and
needs to be bed bathed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The equipments are ready prepared.
2.Carry out bed bath as the examiner observes and
scores you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR BED BATH
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure to the patient 1
and provide privacy
2. Offer a bed pan or urinal if required 1
3. Strip the bed to the top sheet and 1
remove the patient’s gown
4. Wash and dry each part of the body 4
separately uncovering only the part to
be washed in the order of face, neck,
arm, chest and abdomen and change
water whenever necessary.
5. Wash each leg separately and wash 2
the feet with water over the basin, dry
them and cut the nails.
6. Turn the patient to the sides and wash
the back starting from the neck to the 2
buttocks and dry, paying special
attention in between the folds.
7. Treat pressure areas 2
8. Turn the patient on the back, change
the water and wash genitalia with 2
another flannel.
9. Make up the bed with a clean linen 1
10. Dress up the patient 1
11. Clean the patient’s mouth 1
12. Comb the hair and make the patient 1
comfortable
13. Clear away the equipments and report 1
 any abnormality observed
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR ORAL CARE
At this station, there is a patient who is on routine oral
care.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Prepare the tray for oral care and present it to the
examiner.
2.Speak loudly for the examiner to hear you.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR ORAL CARE
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Washes hands and cleans the tray 1
2. Prepares the equipment necessary
onto the tray
 Small/cap mackintosh and face
towel-to protect the patient’s 1
clothes
 A pair of artery forceps-for
1
holding the swab while cleaning
 A pair of dissecting forceps-to 1
pick swabs and squeeze of excess
solution
 A mouth gag-for opening the 1
mouth incase of unconscious
patients
 Tongue depressor-to prevent 1
tongue from falling backward
 Tongue clip-to hold the tongue 1
from falling backward
1
 Solution of sodium bicarbonate-
for cleaning the mouth
1
 A gallipot of gauze rolled swabs-
for cleaning 1
 2 kidney dishes,-1 for used
instruments and 1 for used swabs 1
 Glycerine borax or vassiline-for
lubricating the lips
TOTAL 10
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STATION
SCENARIO: ORAL CARE OF AN UNCONSCIOUS PATIENT

At this station, there is an unconscious patient for oral

or mouth care
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Prepare a tray for mouth care.
2.Carry out the procedure of mouth wash on the
patient.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR ORAL CARE AN UNCONSCIOUS PATIENT
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/ AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
No E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Prepare a tray for mouth care 2
2. Screen the bed and wash hands 1
3. Position the patient in a lateral
position and protect the clothes with 1
towel
4. Remove the dentures if he/she has 1
them
5. Insert the mouth gag, leave in position 2
to keep mouth open
6. Inspect the mouth, note and report any 2
abnormality
7. Grip a swab firmly with artery 2
forceps, dip in cleaning solution, press
against the gallipot to prevent
dripping
8. Clean inner and outer surface of the 4
teeth from the root to the crown.
Clean the gums, inside the cheeks and
tongue. Change swabs as often as
needed. Avoid touching the soft
palate.
9. Rinse the mouth with mouth wash 2
10. Wipe the lips with dabbing movement 2
and apply lubricant
11. Leave the patient comfortable 1
TOTAL 20
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STATION:
SCENARIO: TREATING PRESSURE AREAS
At this station, there is a bed ridden patient awaiting
treatment of pressure areas.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Prepare the requirements.
2.Treat all the pressure areas.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TREATMENT OF PRESSURE AREAS

STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTAL
E E Y DONE
DONE
1. Explain the procedure to the patient 2

2. Screen the bed 1

3. Pour warm water in the basin 1

4. Protect the bed linen from soiling 1

with mackintosh and towel
5. Carefully assess the condition of the 4
skin. If it is not broken wash it with
soap and water using a flannel
6. Massage the area with soapy hand 2

7. Using flannel, rinse each and pant it 2

dry
8. Apply a little Vaseline and massage 2
onto the skin
9. Change or straighten the bed linen 2
and live the patient comfortable
10. Thank the patient and clear away 1
 11. Record the procedure and 2
observation in patient’s chart
TOTAL 20

COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: TEPID SPONGING
At this station, there is a patient in bed with
hyperpyrexia, and needs tepid sponging.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The equipments are ready prepared.
2.Carry out tepid sponging as the examiner observes
and scores you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR TEPID SPONGING
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Follow the general rules 1
2. Take the temperature and chart 1
3. Strip the bed to the top sheet 1

4. Sponge the face and dry. Apply cold 1

compress on the forehead
5. Place the face flannel wrung out in 2
cold water in the axilla, and the groin
and change when necessary
6. Expose the arms and sponge, using
long slow sweeping movements, pour 3
water over the hands and change
compress over the forehead.
7. Expose the chest and abdomen, and
with a face flannel in each hand
sponge the chest and abdomen 3
together using long slow sweeping
 movements. Cover the patient before
starting the next part.
8. Change the water in the bowl, sponge
the legs and pour water over the feet 2
9. Remove the compress from the
forehead and face flannels from the 1
axilla and groins
10. Turn the patient gently the side,
sponge the back using face flannels,
long sweeping movements and then 2
dry.
11. Remake the bed using clean linen and 1
leave the patient comfortable
12. Give the patient a cold drink 1
13. Clear away the equipments 1
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: MANAGEMENT OF SECOND STAGE OF LABOUR

At this station there is a model representing a mother

in 2nd stage of labour.
Requirements are already prepared.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Prepare yourself for the delivery
2. Conduct the delivery of the baby
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR MANAGEMENT OF SECOND STAGE OF LABOUR
STUDENT’S NSIN..............................................EXAMINER…………………………DATE………….

S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTAL

E E Y DONE
DONE
1. Ensure privacy and explain to the 1
mother that she is ready to push
2. Empty the bladder 1

3. Position the mother in a dorsal

position with legs flexed and confirm 1
second (2nd) stage
4. Check fetal heart every after 1
contraction
5. Wash hands and put on sterile gloves 1

6. Drape the mother 1

7. Encourage mother to push with every 1

contraction
8. Maintain flexion of the head 1
 9. At crowning perform a episiotomy 1

10. Deliver the head by aiding extension 1

11. Clear the airway by use of bulb 1

syringe
12. Feel for the cord around the neck. If 1
loose slip it over the head, if tight
clamp and cut it
13. Deliver the anterior shoulder by 1
downward traction
14. Deliver the posterior shoulder by 1
upward traction
15. Deliver the body by lateral flexion 1
towards mother’s abdomen
16. Note time, score the baby, clamp and 1
cut the cord, congratulate the mother
17. Show the baby’s face and sex to the 1
mother
18. Wrap the baby in sterile towel, put on 1
mother’s breast if condition is good
and no contraindication
19. Put an identification band on the 1
baby’s hand
20. Put end of cord in a receiver between 1
mother’s legs
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: ADMINSTRATION OF ORAL MEDICINE

At this station there is a mentally sick patient who is to

receive Haloperidol tablet 5mgs three times a day.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Prepare a tray for drug administration.
 2. Administer the prescribed medicine to the
patient.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL MEDICINE
CANDIDATES NUMBER............................................................................

EXAMINER……………………………………..DATE………………………………….
S/ AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
No E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure to the patient 2
2. Wash hands and dry 1
3. Verify the order from the patients
 chart 2

4. Confirm the identity of the patient by 2

calling the patients name
5. Check the room or bed number before 2
giving the drug
6. Assess the patient’s condition 2
including the level of consciousness
7. Check the label, expiry date on the 2
bottle/container
8. Check the dose on the prescription, 4
get the dose on a spoon, and
administer with water or milk to aid
swallowing. Confirm that the drug has
been swallowed
9. Sign the medicine list and leave the 2
patient comfortable
10. Wash the medicine cups and return to 1
their proper place
TOTAL 20

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: ADMINISTRATION OF A DRUG BY I.M

At this station, there is a patient in bed on P.P.F 0.8mg

o.d.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The tray is already set.
 2.Administer the injection.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR ADMINISTRATION OF A DRUG BY I.M

EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Follow the general rules 1

2. Wash hands 1

3. Read the prescription carefully and

check the drug with the other Nurse 1
 including the amount to be given.
4. Assemble syringe and needle 1

5. Check the drug for label and expiry 1

date
6. Break open or remove the top of the 1
rubber cup
7. Reconstitute powdered drug
according to the instructions on the 2
bottle.
8. Draw up the prescribed dose of the
drug 2
9. Expel the air 1

10. Choose the site for injection, clean

the skin and draw it tightly and 2
introduce the needle at an angle of
90o.
11. Withdraw the piston to make sure
that the needle is not in the blood 2
vessel
12. If no blood is seen in the syringe,
continue to give the injection. 2
13. Withdraw the needle while pressing 1
firmly round it with a swab.
14. Thank the patient and leave him/her
comfortable 1
15. Record the drug and clear away. 1

TOTAL 20

COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: URINE TESTING
At this station there is urine sample for testing.
Requirements needed are prepared.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Test the urine for colour, deposits, smell,
specific gravity, glucose and proteins.
2. Record your findings on the piece of paper
provided.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR URINE TESTING
CANDIDATES NUMBER............................................................................
 EXAMINER……………………………………..DATE………………………………….
S/ AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
No E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Note the appearance 2

2. Note the amount 1

3. Note the colour 1

4. Put enough urine in the glass

container 2

5. Float the urinometer in the urine in the 4

glass container
6. Dip the uristix in the urine compare 6
the colour change with the one on the
scale on the container
7. Record your findings on the paper 2

8. Wash hands 2

TOTAL 20

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: DRESSING A CLEAN WOUND
At this station, there is a patient with a clean wound
which has to be dressed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The requirements are already prepared.
2.Dress the wound.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR DRESSING A CLEAN WOUND
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTAL
E E Y DONE
DONE
1. Explain the procedure to the patient 1

2. Position the part, put on dressing 1

mackintosh and towel
3. Loosen the strapping ½

4. Wash hands ½

5. Open the dressing pack and arrange 1

the instruments
6. Pour the lotion and add other 1
missing requirements like swabs
7. Using clean gloves and dissecting 4
forceps remove the loosened
dressing and discard the gloves in a
receiver and put used instruments in
a receiver
8. Wash hands with soap and water 1
and dry them using sterile hand
towel
9. Put on sterile gloves and spread the 1
dressing towel
10. Using dressing forceps, clean the 4
wound from inside out, until clean
11. Place used instruments in a receiver ½

12. Apply the dressing 11/2

13. Apply strapping or bandage 1

14. Make patient comfortable, clear 2

away and wash hands
TOTAL 20

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION
At this station, there is a group of mothers who have
come to ante natal clinic.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Give a health education talk about prevention of
HIV/AIDS.
2.Talk loudly for examiner to hear and score you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR HEALTH EDUCATION ON PREVENTION ON HIV/AIDS

STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Great the client 1

2. Introduce your self 1

3. Introduce the topic 2

4. Checks participants’ knowledge about 2

the topic
5. Give the health education on the 4
topic
6. Ask the client to ask question 2

7. Answer the question 2

8. Ask question to evaluate the 2

understanding of the clients
9. Give summary of the talk 2

10. Give the topic for the next health 2

education, time and venue
TOTAL 20

COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: ASSESSING FOR DEHYDRATION
At this station, there is a one year old child in the bed
with diarrhea and severe vomiting.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Assess the child for signs of dehydration, and
speak loudly for the examiner to score you.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: ASSESSING A ONE YEAR OLD CHILD FOR DEHYDRATION

EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Create a rapport 1

2. Explain the procedure to the mother 1

3. Wash and dry hands 2

4. Examine the child looking for signs

of dehydration:-
 The eyes- if sunken 2

 Mouth- lips if dry 2

2
 Tongue if dry and coated
2
white
2
 Fontanelle- if sunken
 Skin- skin pinch if it goes
back very slowly (>2s) or
slowly (<2s) or immediately
 5. General condition
 Lithergic/Unconscious 2

 Restless and irritable 2

 Eagerness to drink i.e does

not drink or drinks poorly or
drinks eagerly and thirsty
6. Give feed back to the mother and
reassure and advise her 2
TOTAL 20
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STATION:
SCENARIO: EXAMINATION OF A PREGNANT ABDOMEN

At this station, a pregnant mother has come for Ante

natal clinic (ANC).
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Examine the abdomen.
2.Talk loudly for the examiner to hear and score
you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR EXAMINATION OF A PREGNANT ABDOMEN
EXAMINER:……………………………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: ............................................................................................................
S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DONE PARTL NOT TOTA
E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Follow the general rules 1

2. Put the mother in a recumbent 1

position
3. Expose the abdomen from the
sternum to the level of symphysis 2
pubis
4. Take position at the foot of the bed
and observe for signs of pregnancy:-
 Size and shape of abdomen
 Enlargement of the abdomen 2
 Striae gravidarum, fetal
movements
 Linea nigra
 Hyper pigmentation
5. Palpation of the abdomen 2
 Light palpation for tenderness
 Deep palpation for
organomegally
6. Fundal height estimation 2

7. Deep pelvic palpation

  Turn and face the foot of the
mother. Palpate the lower pole
to determine presentation, size 2
of the presenting part and
attitude
8. Fundal palpation
 Turn and face the mother’s
face, palpate the abdomen 2
what is in the fundus and the
lie
9. Lateral palpation
 Support the right hand side of
the abdomen with the left
hand.
 Palpate left side of the 2
abdomen from the lower pole
towards the upper pole to
determine what is on the side
of the abdomen
 Palpate the right side of the
abdomen in the same way
10. Note the irregular nodules which
indicate the fetal limbs, and the long
continuous curved mass which 2
indicates the fetal back
11. Auscultation – listen 1

12. Share the findings with the mother 1

TOTAL 20
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STATION:
SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ON DANGERS OF DRUG ABUSE

At this station, a group of community members have

gathered for Health Education.
INSTRUCTIONS:
 1.Give Health Education on the dangers of drug
abuse.
2.Talk loudly for the examiner to hear and score
you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR HEALTH EDUCATION ON DANGERS OF DRUG ABUSE

EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Follow the general rules 1

2. Introduce yourself to the community 2

 members
3. Introduce the topic and asses clients 2
knowledge
4. Define drug abuse 1

5. State the dangers of drug abuse

 Loss of respect
 Loss of job
4
 theft
 suicidal tendency
 crime etc
6. Ask the community members to ask
questions. 2
7. Answer the question. 2

8. Ask the members questions to

evaluate the understanding of the 2
community members
9. Summary of the talk 2

10. Thank the community members, give

the date of the next Health Education 2
talk
TOTAL 20

COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ABOUT PREVENTIVE
MEASURES FOR HIV INFECTION
At this station, there are mother who have come for
antenatal care and needs to be health educated about
preventive measures for HIV infection.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Health educate the mothers and talk loudly as the
examiner scores you.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: HEALTH EDUCATION ABOUT PREVENTIVE
MEASURES FOR HIV INFECTION
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Arranges room and teaching charts ½
2. Introduces self ½
3. Introduces topic correctly ½
4. Asks mother what they know about ½
HIV/AIDs and preventive measures
5. Explains content to mothers correctly
e.g:-
 Definition ½
 Causes ½
 Information about voluntary HIV 1
testing
1
 Preventive measures
½
 Do not share sharp
½
instruments
½
 Abstinence
 Faithfulness ½
 Avoid unscreened blood
transfusion ½
 For infected mothers, use of
the PMTCT
6. Ask mothers for any question ½
7. Checks understanding by asking
mothers questions about the topic ½
8. Summarizes the topic ½
9. Thanks mothers for attending and
makes another appointment day and a ½
topic
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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STATION:
SCENARIO: COLOSTOMY CARE
At this station, there is a patient in bed.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The equipments are ready prepared.
2.Carry out colostomy care as the examiner observes
and scores you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR COLOSTOMY CARE
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….
CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................
S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure to the patient 1
2. Provide privacy 1
3. Position the patient and turn down the 2
bed clothes to expose the stoma
4. Wash hands and put on gloves 1
5. Remove the soiled bag gently taking 3
care not to pull the skin
6. Wash the area around the stoma with
soapy water and dry well 3
7. Apply a barrier cream 1
8. Re measure the stoma to make sure
that the bag fits correctly and cut the 3
correct size of circle in the stoma
adhesive, using measuring guide.
9. Apply a clean bag as instructed 3
10. Clear away and leave the patient
comfortable 1
11. Wash and dry hands 1
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: VULVA SWABBING/TOILET
At this station, there is a patient in bed who needs
vulva swabbing.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.The equipments are ready prepared.
2.Carry out vulva swabbing as the examiner
observes and scores you.
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR VULVA SWABBING/TOILET
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure and provide 1
privacy
2. Strip the bed to the top sheet 1
3. Place the draw mackintosh and towel 1
under the patient’s buttocks
4. Place the patient in a dorsal position 2
with the knees flexed and then
abducted apart and fold back the top
sheet
5. Wash, dry hands and put on sterile 1
gloves
6. Drape the patient to protect the
abdomen and thighs 2
7. Using the left hand, swab the vulva
using a fresh swab for each part in the
following order:-
 Left labia majora 1
 Right labia majora 1
1
 Left labia minora
1
 Right labia minora
 Vagina introitius using right 2
hand
8. Dry the vulva, put in position vulva
pad if required 2
9. Turn the patient on the side, swab and
dry the perineum 2
10. Clear away and leave the patient
comfortable 1
11. Thank the patient and report any 1
abnormality
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS
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STATION:
SCENARIO: EXAMINATION OF ANAEMIA
At this station, there is a patient in bed who needs to
be assessed for anaemia
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Examine the patient for anaemia, speak loudly as
the examiner scores you.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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STATION: CHECKLIST FOR EXAMINATION OF ANAEMIA
EXAMINER:……………………………………DATE:……………………….

CANDIDATE NUMBER: ........................................................................................

S/No KEY AREAS TO ASSESS SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure and provide 1
privacy
2. Position the patient 1
3. Wash hands 1

4. Ask the patient to look up, open the

lower eyelid and check for the:-
 Paleness of the conjunctiva 2
5. Ask the patient to open the mouth
and check for the paleness of the:-
 Tongue 2
 Gums 2
6. Straighten the arms and check for:-
 Palmer paller 1
 Capillary refill time (>3s is
very slow) of the finger nails 2
7. on the lower limbs, check for
 Paleness of the sole 1
 Capillary refill time of the
toes at the nail bed 2
8. Check the mucus membranes of the
vagina (if female) 2
9. Give appropriate feedback and share
the finding with the patient. 1
10. Advise the patient appropriately 1
11. Documents and thank the patient 1
TOTAL 20
COMMENTS
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SCENARIO: CARE OF THE CORD
At this station, there is a newly born baby (doll) whose
cord requires to be cared for.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carry out the care of the cord while examiner
scores you.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CARE OF THE CORD
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explain the procedure to the mother ½
2. Position the baby (lying flat on the ½
back)
3. puts on sterile gloves ½
4. Inspects the cord for any sign of 1
infection or bleeding
5. Holds the cord with the swabs and
clean the base of the cord in a single 2½
circular movement using the once and
discard
6. Cleans the cord from the base upward
with swab, discard and leave the cord 1
to dry
7. Leave the baby comfortable and show 1
the mother how to care for the cord.
8. Gives the baby to the mother and ½
thank her
9. Clears away and record the findings 1
and any abnormalities
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: BANDAGING THE RIGHT EYE
At this station, there is a patient with an injury on the
right eye and needs bandaging. The tray is ready.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Bandage the right eye
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: BANDAGING THE RIGHT EYE
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explains the procedure to the patient 1
and ensure privacy
2. Stands facing the patient who has 1
asked to hold the eye pad in place till
it is bandaged
3. Begins from the right side to the
normal across the forehead and 2
around the head in a fixing turn
4. From the back of the head the
bandage comes under the ear, across
the eye, covering the nasal side of the 2
pad and straight over the lead and
down the back.
5. The next turn comes under the ear, 1
overlaps as it crosses the head and
comes round to the front.
6. The pin should be in the centre of the 1
forehead
7. Thanks, then leaves the patient
comfortable and records the 1
procedure.
8. Another admission sheet is put before 1½
the top sheet
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL DRUG
At this station, there is a patient suffering from
schizophrenic illness, put on tablet Trifluoperazine
15mg b.d.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Give the drug as prescribed.
2.Speak loudly for the examiner to hear you.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: ADMINISTRATION OF A DRUG ORALLY

STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Greet s the patient and explains the ½
procedure
2. Washes hands and brings medicine ½
tray at the patient’s bedside
3. Reads the prescription and checks
with the label on the medicine bottle 1
4. Reads the label again to check name
of the drug, strength and expiry date. 1
5. Uses spoon to pick the required dose 1
and put them into a medicine cup
6. Re-reads the label before placing the
bottle back to the trolley/tray and 1
covers it
7. Asks for the patient’s name again,
checks with prescription and assess 2
the general condition before giving
the drug.
8. Stays with the patient until patient
swallows the drug and notes any 1
immediate reactions.
9. Thank the patient 1
10. Document 1
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR PASSING A
NASOGASTRIC TUBE

At this station, there is a patient who needs a

Nasogastric tube for feeding.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Prepare the tray for passing a nasogastric tube and
present it to the examiner.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: PREPARATION OF A TRAY FOR PASSING A NG TUBE

STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Washes hands and cleans the tray 1
2. Prepares the equipment necessary
onto the tray
 Ryles tube (Nasogastric tube) in
a bowl with spigot 1
 2 kidney dishes 1
 Lubricant 1
 Gauze pieces or cotton in a
gallipot 1
 Adhensive plaster and scissors 1
 10-20ml syringe and 5ml syringe 1
 Gallipot with clean water (warm) ½
 Glass of water and a jar of feed 1
 Mackintosh cap and towel 1
 Pair of disposable gloves ½
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: TAKING PATIENT’S PARTICULARS
At this station, there is an out-patient whose particulars
are to be taken.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Take the patient’s particulars
2.Speak loudly as the examiner scores you
3.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: TAKING PATIENT’S PARTICULARS
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Creates a rapport ½
2. Explains the procedure to the patient ½
3. Makes the patient comfortable ½
4. Asks for:
 Name ½
 Age ½
 Address ½
 Tribe ½
 Religion ½
 Occupation ½
 Next of kin 1
 Relation with next of kin 1
 Marital status ½
 Presenting complaints 1
15. Records the above information ½
16. Thanks the patient ½
17. Directs the patient where to go 1
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: APPLICATION OF TETRACYCLINE EYE OINTMENT

At this station, there is an out-patient seated on a chair

with an eye problem, apply tetracycline eye ointment.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Apply tetracycline eye ointment
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: APPLICATION OF TETRACYCLINE EYE OITMENT
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Explains the procedure to the patient 1
and provides privacy
2. Prepares the tray and brings it to the 1
bed side
3. Position the patient in a sitting up 1
position
4. Washes hands and puts on glove 1
5. Places a folded swab on the lower lid 1
6. Draws up the upper lid 1
7. Places the nosal of the eye ointment 1
1cm away from the lower lid
8. Presses eye ointment horizontally 1
from within outward on a lower lid
9. Wipes off any surplus ointment gently ½
using a sterile swab
10. Thanks the patient and clear away ½
11. Records the findings 1
TOTAL 10

COMMENTS

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SCENARIO: CHANGING BOTTOM SHEET FROM SIDE TO SIDE

At this station, there is a patient in the bed with a

soiled bottom sheet which needs to be changed.
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Change the bottom sheet from side to side.
2.Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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STATION: CHANGING BOTTOM SHEET FROM SIDE TO SIDE
STUDENT’S NSIN........................................................................................

EXAMINER…………………………DATE………………………………….
S/No AREAS TO BE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTL NOT TOTA
E E Y DONE L
DONE
1. Creates a Rapport and explains the ½
procedure
2. Provides privacy ½
3. Places two chairs at the foot of the ½
bed
4. Gently loosens the beddings off the ½
patient’s bed with the help of the
assistant
5. Removes the bed cover and blanket
and places them on the chairs at the 1
foot of the bed
6. Removes the pillows and places them 1
on the chairs
7. Gently positions the patient for
turning
 Places one hand over the chest ½
 Places one leg over the other ½
8. Gently rolls the patient to the side 1
9. Rolls the dirty linen towards the ½
patient
10. Rolls the clean linen (sheet, draw
mackintosh and sheet) from one side
to the other i.e towards the patient and 1½
completely makes that side
11. Turns back the patient to the other 1
side and gently removes the dirty
lines
12. Straighten and remakes the bed,
leaves the patient comfortable and 1
thanks the patient
TOTAL 10
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Scenario: COUNSELLING AND INITIATING THE HIV POSTIVE PREGNANT MOTHER

ON ARVS .

Examiner’s name ………………..…date………

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…………………

N AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTIA NOT TOT

O. E E LLY DONE AL
DONE
1 Creates rapport with the mother ½
2 Ensures mother’s confidentiality 1
3 Reassures the mother that she is not the ½
first or last.
4 Asks the mother if she has the married, ½
the husband should have a test with
other family member.
5 Informs the mother that there is an ART 1
clinic within the hospital.
6 Counsels the mother to start treatment. 1
7 When she agrees, starts her on 1
TDF+3TC+EFV as preferred first line
treatment regimen.
8 Tells her to select time for taking for 1
taking at least 7pm or 8pm without
failing
9 Informs her to move with her ARVS ½
even if she is going for a visit to
maintain adherence.
10 Tells her about the importance of 1
disclosure
11 Tells her to have positive living. ½
12 Tells her to reduce on heavy work ½
13 Tells her to have good nutrition and ½
exercise
15 Follow the appointment days given in ½
the clinic.
 TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: COUNSELING AND INITIATING HIV
POSTIVE PREGNANT MOTHER ON ARVS.
At this station a pregnant mother has reported to ANC in Apac
main hospital for her first visit, HIV test reveals TRR.
Instructions:
1. Counsel the client.
2. Start her on treatment of ARVS.
3. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
4. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS

Examiner’s name ………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………candidate’s No…………

N AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCO DON PARTI NOT TOT

O. RE E ALLY DON AL
DONE E
1. Episiotomy scissor- performing 1
episiotomy
2. Straight long artery forcep or cord 1
clamp- clamping the cord
3. Cord scissor- cutting the cord. 1
4. Uterine sound-for measuring the 1
length of the uterus.
5. Sponge holding forcep- holding 1
the swabs
6. Protoscope-for examining the 1
rectum
7. Suture- for stitching 1
8. Skin retractor- retracting the skin 1
during operation
9. Cervical dilator- dilating the 1
cervix
10. Uterine curette- used during 1
evacuation
TOTAL 1O
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comments………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Identify the instruments with their uses.
2. Speak loud for the examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Scenario: ACTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THIRD STAGE OF LABOUR

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…date………

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No…

N AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTI NOT TOTA

O. E ALLY DONE L
DONE
1 Defines third stage of labour correctly ½
2 Palpates the abdomen to exclude second twin ½
3 Gives Oxytocin 10 IU intramuscularly. ½
4 Extends the cord clamp to the vulva for easy ½
holding.
5 Changes the gloves or rinses in the lotion 1
6 Puts the left hand on the funds of the uterus. ½
7 With the first contraction, turns the palm of the 1
left hand facing the fundus applying counter
traction over the pubic bone.
8 Right hand grasps the cord clamp,then applies a 1
steady downward and outward traction until the
placenta is seen at the vulva, then applies
upward traction to receive the placenta in
cupped hands.
9 Rolls the membranes, prevent from breaking ½
then deliver the membranes using up ward and
down ward movement.
Notes the time of delivery of the placenta ½
10 Rub the fundus to promote contraction of the ½
uterus.
11 Carry out quick look for completeness of the ½
membranes and puts in the receiver.
12 Cleans the vulva at the same time inspecting for 1
tears, lacerations or extension of episiotomy,
cervix and vaginal as well.
13 Puts a sterile pad in position, leaves the mother ½
 comfortable.
14 Clears away and documents the findings 1
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
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SCENARIO: MANAGEMENT OF THIRD STAGE OF
LABOUR USING CONTROLLED CORT TRACTION.
At this station there is a model representing a mother who has
just delivered the baby, assist to deliver the placenta.
Instructions:
1. Carry out delivery of the placenta, all requirements are
already set.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: FEMALE CATHETERISATION.

Examiner’s name ………………………………………..…date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No……………………………

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1 Creates rapport with the patient. ½
2 Explains the procedure ½
3 Screens the bed and extends the trolley to ½
the bed side.
4 Puts the small mackintosh and towel to ½
protect the linens
5 Washes hands methodically and puts on 1
surgical gloves.
6 Inspects and cleans the vulva in a 1
methodical way.
7 Drapes the mother ½
8 Selects the appropriate catheter and ½
lubricates the tip with k.y jelly.
9 Place the receiver in between the thighs and 1
puts the catheter, inserts slowly until urine
is seen emptying into the receiver
10 Injects into the catheter to balloon it and aid 1
it remain in situ.
11 Connects the catheter to the urinary bag and 1
Fastens it on the thigh
12 Removes the receiver, drape, and small ½
mackintosh.
13 Measures the urine collected and records in ½
the fluid balance chart.
14 Clears away, leaves the mother comfortable ½
and thanks her.
15 Washes hands and documents the findings. ½
TOTAL 10
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SCENARIO: FEMALE CATHETERIZATION.
At this station there is a model of a mother who is due for
caesarean section you are required to pass the urinary
catheter. The requirements are all set.

INSTRCTIONS:
1. Perform the procedure aseptically.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. When the bell rings move to the next station.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: SETTING REQUIREMENTS FOR VULVA SWABING

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1. Disinfects the trolley and puts a sterile 1
towel.
2 TOP SHELF
 Sterile swabs in a Gallipot- for 1
vulva swabbing
 Sterile pad- to be put after the 1
procedure
 Antiseptic lotion in a Gallipot- for ½
vulva swabbing
 A pair of sterile gloves- for 1
protection
 Sterile drape and towel-for 1
providing sterile surface
 Receiver for used swabs 1
 Sterile hand towel- for drying hands ½
3 BOTTOM SHELF
 Small mackintosh and towel- for 1
protecting the linens
 Antiseptic lotion in a bottle- for ½
vulva swabbing.
 Apron – for protection ½
 Source of light
 Patient’s chart
4 BED SIDE
 Hand washing facilities ½
 Screen for privacy ½
TOTAL 10
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comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Begin the procedure by inspecting for edema of the vulva, scars, vericose veins, sores, warts.

Then after, do vulva swabbing

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SCENARIO: SETTING REQUIREMENTS FOR
VULVA SWABBING
At this station there is a mother who is in first stage of labour,
you are asked to set all the requirements needed for vulva
swabbing and present to the examiner.
Instructions:
1. Perform the task
2. Speak loud for the examiner to hear
3. When the bell rings move to the next station.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: CORD CARE

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………..…date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No………………………………

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1 Creates rapport with the mother ½
2 Explains the procedure to the mother and 1
reason for doing it.
3 Positions the baby ½
4 Washes hands and puts on surgical gloves 1
5 Inspects the cord for any bleeding or signs 1
of infection.
6 Holds the cord with the swab and cleans the 1
base using a single circular motion and
single swab and discards it.
7 Cleans the cord from base upward with a 1
swab once until the cord is clean.
8 Leaves the cord dry. 1
9 Gives the baby back to the mother. ½
10 Thanks the mother and educates her on the 1
cord care.
11 Documents the findings ½
12 Clears away and washes hands. 1
TOTAL 10

Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: CORD CARE.
At this station mother Irene is a zero day after delivery
of her first born baby boy, demonstrate to her how to
clean the cord.
Instructions:
1. Prepare a tray and present to the examiner.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: IDNTIFYING BOUNDARIES OF THE PELVIC BRIM AND DIAMETERS OF THE

BRIM.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………..…date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s No……………………………

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1 Washes the hands ½
2 Defines the pelvis correctly ½
3 BOUNDARIES OF THE BRIM IN
ORDER :
1. Sacral promontory 1
2. Ala/ wing of the sacrum ½
3. Sacral iliac joint ½
4. Iliopectineal line ½
5. Iliopectineal eminence ½
6. Superior ramus of the pubic bone 1
7. Upper inner border of the body of 1
the pubic bone
8. Upper inner border of the 1
symphysis pubis
4 DIAMETERS OF THE BRIM:
 Transverse diameter extends across 1
the greater width of the brim.
Average measurers 13 cm
 Oblique diameter extends from 1
Iliopectineal eminence of one side
to the sacral iliac joint of the
opposite side. Average measurers
12 cm
 Anteroposterior / conjugate 1
diameter extends from the sacral
promontory to the symphysis pubis
average measures 11 cm
(obstetrical conjugate).
 TOTAL 10

Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF THE
BOUNDARIES OF THE PELVIC BRIM AND
DIAMETERS OF THE BRIM.
Instructions:
1. Identify the boundaries of the pelvic brim in order and the
diameters of the brim with their measurements.
2. speak loud for the examiner to hear
3. move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: VAGINAL EXAMINATION.

Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..

School code………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

N AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTIA NOT TOTAL

O. E E LLY DONE
DONE
1. Creates rapport and explains the procedure ½
to the mother
2. Asks the mother to empty the bladder if ½
full.
3. Provides privacy ½
4. Brings the requirements near the bed side ½
5. Washes hands and puts on sterile gloves. ½
6. Carries out vulva swabbing in the following
order using each swab at a time.
 Labia majora left and right ½
 Labia minora left and right ½
 Vestibules ½
7. Inspects the vulva and reports about;
 Presence of any discharge ½
 Any previous scar ½
 Oedema ½
 Varicose veins ½
 Sores or warts ½
8. Inserts two fingers and examines the vagina
and reports about:
 Nature of the vagina whether hot ½
and moist /dry .
 Nature of the cervix whether thin or ½
soft.
 Dilatation of the cervix ½
 Nature of the membranes if rupture ½
 or intact
 Moulding and caput formation if ½
present
9. Gives feedback to the mother and thanks ½
her.
10. Records down the findings. ½
TOTAL 10
EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: VAGINAL EXAMINATION.
At this station there is a mother admitted in maternity ward in
first stage of labour ward and senior midwife has ordered you
to carry out vaginal examination to confirm the cervical
dilatation.
Instructions:
1. Carry out vaginal examination, the requirements are
already set.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings
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Station: 9

Scenario: ANTENANTAL HISTORY TAKING

Examiner’s name……………………..…date………………………………..

School code…………………………………candidate’s No…….

N AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTIA NOT TOT

O. E E LLY DONE AL
DONE
1 Creates rapport ½
2 Offers sits to the mother ½
3 Takes the following histories:
 Demographic data 1
 Family history 1
 Medical history 1
 Past obstetric history 1
 Present obstetric history 1
4 Calculates the EDD using LNMP as 1½
15/Feb./2016 and reporting day as
7/June /2016
5 Calculates the weeks of amenorrhea 2
6 Gives feedback to the mother ½
TOTAL 10

Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: ANTENANTAL HISTORY TAKING AT
THE FIRST VISIT.
At this station, the mother has reported to antenatal clinic on
7th / June/ 2016 for her first visit with LNMP 15th / FEB/ 2016
Instructions:
1. Take all the histories required and calculate the EDD and
weeks of amenorrhea (WOA)
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: URINE TESTING FOR GLUCOSE AND PROTEINS

Examiner’s name ………………………..…date………………………………..

School code…………………………candidate’s No………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1 Washes hands ½
2 Puts on clean gloves ½
3 Identifies the specimen A as savlon / ½
chlorhexidine disinfectant and specimen B
as urine
4 Examines the urine and reports the about
the following:
 Colour as yellow or amber ½
 Amount normal is between 1000 to ½
1500mls in a day
 Specific gravity using urinometer ½
normal one is between 1010 to
1025
 Deposits ½
 Odour or smell normal presents ½
with smell of ammonia
 Reaction by using the litmus paper ½
whether acidic or alkaline
5 Pours some urine in the test tube and tests ½
for glucose using the uristix
6 Holds the uristix without touching its top 1
part and inserts in the test tube of urine.
7 Removes the uristix and allows excess urine 1
to flow off then puts if against the colour
codlings correctly.
8 Reports the presence of glucose and 2
proteins in the urine.
9 Documents the findings and reports to the ½
examiner.
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: URINE TESTING FOR GLUCOSE AND
ALBUMINS.
At this station there are two specimens labeled as specimen A
and specimen B.
Instructions:
1. Identify the specimens A and B
2. Test specimen B for the presence of glucose and albumins.
3. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
4. Move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: ASSESSMENT FOR ANAEMIA.

Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..

School code………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1 creates rapport with the patient ½
2 Explains the procedure to the patient and 1
washes hands
3 Screens for privacy and positions the patient ½
in a sitting up position
4 Examines the patient from head to toe ½
systematically
5 Reports about the following:
 Conjunctiva and the mucus 1
membranes of the eyes whether
pink or pale
 Instructs the patient to open the 1
mouth and reports about the lips,
the gum and the tongue whether
pink or pale
 Checks the patients palms for 1
paleness
 Checks for venous return whether 1
slow or fast by pressing the nail bed
of the thumb.
 Mentions about the vulva ½
 Checks the soles of the feet for 1
paleness and also finds out the
venous return by pressing the nail
 beds of the toes
6 Gives findings to the patient and advice 1
accordingly and thanks the patient
7 Documents the findings and washes hands. 1
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: ASSESSMENT FOR ANAEMIA.
At this station there is a mother admitted with history of per
vaginal bleeding following incomplete abortion.
Instructions:
1. Carry out assessment for anaemia.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: HEALTH EDUCATION TALK ON REPORT WRITING

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1. Total number of patients and new 2
admissions, escapees etc
2. Post operative patients and their 2
conditions and treatments
3. Very ill patients and doctors prescription 2
individually
4. Pre- operative patients and time of 2
operation
5. Number of death and report individually 2
on each if more than one.
TOTAL 10
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ON REPORT
WRITING
At this station there is a group of junior students allocated on the
surgical ward.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Health educate the junior students on the ward about report
writing.
2. Speak Loud As The Examiner Scores You
3. Move To The Next Station When The Bell Ring.
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Station:

Scenario: HAEMORRHAGE ARRESTING.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1. Prepare a tray containing tourniquet, 3
gauze pads and bandage.
2. Re assure the patient and position the 1
affected limb
3. Apply pressure with a thumb just above 1
the site.
4. Apply a tourniquet for seconds and 1
realse
5. Apply a gauze pad and bandage it 1
6. Elevates the limb using a pillow 1
7. Ensure that the patient is comfortable 1
and ask
whether the bandage is tight
8. Thanks the patient ½
10. Documents the procedure done. ½
TOTAL 10
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: ARRESTING BLEEDING.
At this station there is a patient presented in the health center
two with severe bleeding on the left lower limb after having a
serious cut during a fight.
Instructions:
1. Prepare and arrest the bleeding.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station: 3

Scenario: ASSESSMENT OF DEHYDRATION

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1. Creates rapport and explains the 1
procedure
2. Requests the mother and inspects the ½
child’s general condition
3. Assess for the following signs from head
to toe:-
 Depressed fontanelles ½
 Sunken eyes and absence of ears ½
on crying
 Irritability. ½
 Dry lips and mucus membrane ½
 Dry skin ½
 Slow return of the skin on ½
pinching ½
 Thirsty as the child wants to
crasp the cup and also drinks
eagerly.
4. Gives feedback to the mother 1
5. Advices the mother appropriately 2
6. Documents the findings 1
7. Refer the child for better management. 1

TOTAL 10
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: ASSESSMENT OF DEHYDRATION.
At this station there is a mother with a one year old child who
has reported in health center two with history of severe
diarrhorea and vomiting for two days.
Instructions:
1. As an in charge of health center two assess this child for
signs of dehydration and report to the examiner your
findings.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: PREPARING A COMPLETE TROLLEY FOR WOUND DRESSING.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1. Disinfects the trolley and lays a sterile 1
towel
2. Picks sterile instruments methodically ½
and puts on the top shelf.
3. TOP SHELF
4.  Gallipot of sterile cotton swabs ½
 Gallipot of sterile gauze swabs ½
 Gallipot containing a dressing ½
lotion
 Dressing towels ½
 Sterile drape ½
 Sterile hand towels ½
1½
 Receiver containing 2 dissecting
forceps, 1 dressing forcep, sinus,
forcep, probe and 1 artery forcep.
½
 Receiver for used swabs and for
instruments.
5. BOTTOM SHELF
6.  Pair of sterile gloves ½
 Apron ½
 Small mackintosh and towel ½
 Pair of scissor and strapping. ½
 Pair of clean gloves. ½
7. BED SIDE.

 Screen ½
 Hand washing towel ½
3. TOTAL 10

comments………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: PREPAPARTION OF ATROLLEY FOR
WOUND DRESSING.
At this station, doctor has ordered a trolley to be set for
dressing a deep cut wound.
Instructions:
1. Prepare a complete sterile trolley for carrying out sterile
wound dressing and present to the examiner.
2. Speak loud for the examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: GIVING INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION.

Examiner’s name ………………………………………………date………………………………..

School code…………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOTA

. E LY DONE DONE L
1. Creates rapport and explains the procedure ½

Requests for medical form to confirm the ½

patient’s identity and prescribed
medication.
2. Washes hands and prepares the medication ½
to be given
3. Picks correct medication and checks for 1
correct name, expiry date and check for the
prescribed dosage
4. Assemble the medication tray near the ½
patient and explains to the patient
5. Screens the bed and washes hands ½
6. Opens the ampoule methodically and ½
reconstitute the medication without
touching the top of the vial.
7. Positions the patients and exposes the site to ½
be injected.
8. Puts on the gloves. ½
9. Withdraws the medication and expels the 1
air while handling the needle in aseptic
technique.
10. Cleans the selected site using one swab at a ½
time and discards.
11. Holds the muscle and injects the medication ½
while handling the needle at an angle of 90o
12. Withdraws the needle and applies the swab ½
at the injected site without massaging.
13. Records down the medication given and 1
explains to the patient the time of next
treatment.
14. Clears away and confirms the medication 1
being given to the patient when returning
back to the shelf.
15. Thanks the patient and washes the hands. ½
TOTAL 10
EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: GIVING AN INTRAMUSCULAR
INJECTION.
At this station there is a patient with a diagnosis of pneumonia
and doctor has ordered intramuscular injection of benzyl
penicillin 1 MU to be given.
Instructions:
1. Prepare the medication and give to the patient.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: VAGINAL EXAMINATION.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOTAL

. E LY DONE DONE
1. Creates rapport and explains the ½
procedure to the mother
2. Asks the mother to empty the bladder if ½
full.
3. Provides privacy ½
4. Brings the requirements near the bed ½
side
5. Washes hands and puts on sterile gloves. ½
6. Carries out vulva swabbing in the
following order using each swab at a
time.
 Labia majora left and right 1
 Labia minora left and right 1
 Vestibules ½
7. Inspects the vulva and reports about;
 Presence of any discharge ½
 Any previous scar ½
 Oedema ½
 Varicose veins ½
 Sores or warts ½
8. Inserts two fingers and examines the
vagina and reports about:
 Nature of the vagina whether hot ½
and moist /dry .
 Nature of the cervix whether thin ½
or soft.
 Dilatation of the cervix ½
9. Gives feedback to the mother and thanks ½
her.
10. Records down the findings. ½
TOTAL 10
EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: VAGINAL EXAMINATION.
At this station there is a mother admitted in a gynecological
ward and doctor has ordered vaginal examination to be done.
Instructions:
4. Carry out vaginal examination, the requirements are
already set.
5. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
6. Move to the next station when the bell rings
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Station:

Scenario: NAMING PARTS OF AN OXYGEN CYLINDER

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOTAL

. E LY DONE DONE
Washes the hands

1 Identifies the following parts with their

functions.
2 Main tap/ valve for allowing air flow 2
out.
3 Flow meter for measuring the amount of 2
oxygen to be given.
4 Regulator for regulating the required 1
amount prescribed
5 Wolfe’s bottle for moistening and 2
 cleaning the air before reaching the
patient.
6 Pressure gauge for indicating the 2
amount of oxygen present in the
cylinder
7 Oxygen catheter for administering 1
oxygen to the patient.
TOTAL
EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENFICATION OF PARTS OF
OXYGEN CYLINDER WITH THEIR FUNCTIONS.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. At this station there is an oxygen cylinder, identify all its
part with their functions.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings
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Station:

Scenario: BABY WEIGHING.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOTAL

. E LY DONE DONE
1. Creates rapport and explains the procedure 1
to the mother.
2. Washes hands ½

3. Prepares and checks the weighing scale to ½

see that its in good working conditions
4. Records the initial values of the weighing 1
pan.
5. Requests the mother and together they 1
undress the baby and puts the baby’s
clothes on the mother’s shoulder.
6. Dresses the baby in a weighing pan ½
correctly.
7. holds the baby gently and puts up on the 1
weighing scale.
8. Notes the reading on scale. ½
9. Removes the baby from the weighing and 1
requests the mother to dress back the baby
10. Plots the weight correctly in the child 1½
growth monitoring chart by subtracting the
weight of the weighing pan from the final
readings
11. Gives feed back to the mother and advices 1
her accordingly
12. Thanks the mother and washes the hands. ½
TOTAL
EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: GROWTH MONITORING
At this station there is a mother with a six (6) month year old baby boy
who haS reported in the young child clinic (Y C C) for check up.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Carry out baby weighing, the requirements are already set.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Station:

Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOTAL

. E LY DONE DONE
1. Washes hands

2. Non retained abdominal retractor/ doyen’s 1

retractor- for opening the abdomen during
operation.
3. Sinus forcep – for packing swabs in the 1
orifices and dressing deep wounds
4. Plastic air way tube- for opening the airway 1
and keeping it patent.
5. 3 way urethral catheter- for irrigation of the 1
 bladder
6. Otoscope- for examining the air. 1
7. Blade holder for holding surgical blades. 1
8. Towel clip for fastening dressing towels 1
during the procedure./ clamping towels on
the trolley when setting for sterile
procedure.
9. Auvard’s vaginal speculum- for evacuation 1
10. Uterine tenaculum- for holding the uterus in 1
place.
11. Alice tissue forcep- for holding tissues 1
during operation.
TOTAL 10
EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS
WITH THEIR USES.
Instructions
1. Identify the instruments with their uses
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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EXAMINER’S CHECKLIST.

Station:

Scenario: IDENTIFYING DIAMETERS OF THE FETAL SKULL

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOTAL

. E LY DONE
DONE
1 Washes hands 1
2 Defines fetal skull 1
Identifies the diameters correctly as:

3 2 TRANSVERSE DIAMETER:
Bi parietal diameter 9.5 cm 1
Bi temporal diameter 8.2 cm 1
4 6 LONGITUDINAL DIAMETERS
Sub-occipito bregmatic 9.5cm 1
Sub occipito frontal 11.5 cm 1
Occipital frontal 10 cm 1
Sub mentol vertex 11.5 cm 1
Sub mentol bregmatic 9.5 cm 1
Mental vertex 13 cm 1
TOTAL 10

EXAMINER’S
COMMENTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF THE
DIAMETERS OF THE FETAL SKULL
Instructions:
1. Identify the diameters of the fetal skull correctly.
2. Speak loud for the examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell ring
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Station:

Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Non toothed dissecting forcep- for 1
holding swabs and tissues a during the
procedure
2 Mouth gag- for opening the mouth of 1
unconscious patient during oral care.
3 Male urinal- for male to pass urine 1
4 Cheatle forcep- for picking sterile 1
 instruments from drums
5 Sponge holding forcep- for holding 1
swabs
6 Laryngoscope- for opening the larynx 1
during examination
7 Plastic airway tube- for opening the 1
airway in an unconscious patient.
8 Long straight artery forcep- for 1
clamping arteries, umbilical cord to
reduce bleeding.
9 Sputum mug- for receiving the sputum 1
10 Cusco’s vaginal speculum- for opening 1
the vaginal during examination or other
gynecological procedures
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF INSTRUMENTS WITH
THEIR USES.
Instructions:
1. Identify the instruments correctly with their functions
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear
3. Move to the next station
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Station:

Scenario: MAKING A HOSPITAL BED

Examiner’s name …………………….…date………………………………..

School code………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

N AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DON PARTIA NOT TOT

O. E E LLY DONE AL
DONE
1 Washes hands and requests for an assistant. ½
2 Brings the trolley near the bed side and puts ½
two chairs at the bottom of the bed.
3 Screens and extend the bed away from the ½
wall
4 Turns the mattress to check for firmness of ½
the spring and straightens the mattress cover
working from top to bottom of the bed.
5 Puts the long mackintosh and meters the 1
corners to make an envelope then tucks in
from top to bottom
6 Puts the bottom bed sheet and meters the 1
corners to make an envelope then tucks in
from top to bottom
7 Puts a draw mackintosh across the bed at ½
the level of the buttocks and tucks on both
sides
8 Puts a draw sheet on the draw mackintosh ½
and also tucks in on both sides.
9 Puts the top bed sheet and meters the 1
corners of the bottom to make an envelope
then tucks in
10 Puts the blanket and meters the corners of 1
the bottom to make an envelope then tucks
in from top to bottom
11 Puts the counter pane and meters the 1
bottom, the folds together with the blanket
and top sheet up to the middle way and
tucks in on both sides
12 Puts a pillow in a pillow case and places at 1
the top ensuring that the open part doesn’t
face the door.
13 Takes the bed back to the wall, clears away 1
and washes hands.
TOTAL 10
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SCENARIO: MAKING A HOSPITAL BED
At this station, all the requirements for bed making are
already set for you. Make an un occupied bed (hospital bed)
while observing the rules of bed making.
Instructions:
1. Perform the task.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Station: 3

Scenario: DUMP DUSTING

Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..

School code…………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Puts on an apron and Washes hands and 1
2 Puts on clean gloves 1
3 Pours water in one basin and mix with 1
soap to make soapy water and another
basin with clean water.
4 Using a flannel ,dumps it in soapy water 1
and dusts the top surface of the locker
from far to nearby side
5 Rinses the towel and again dusts using 1
 clean water and dries up using a dry
flannel.
6 Moves to the inner part following the 1
same steps like in 2 and 3 above
7 Move to the lower parts and follow the 1
same steps like in 2 and 3 above
8 Changes water whenever dirty 1
10 Clears away and washes hands 1
TOTAL 10
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SCENARIO: DUMP DUSTING A LOCKER
At this station, all the requirements for dump dusting are
already set for you.
Instructions:
1. Carry out dump dusting.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Station: 4

Scenario: SURGICAL HAND WASHING

Examiner’s name …………………………………..…date………………………………..

School code………………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE DONE AL
1 Wets the hands and applies soap 1
thoroughly to form foam.
2 Scrubs the left palm over the right palm 1
down- up movement at least five times.
3 Scrubs the left dorsum over the right 1
palm in the same manner like in 2 above
and vice versa
4 Scrubs the left dorsum over the right 1
palm with fingers interlocked and vice
versa
5 Scrubs the left palm over the right with 1
 the fingers interlaced
6 Does the rotational rubbing of the left 1
thumb and vice versa.
7 Scrubs the tips of the left fingers over 1
the right palm and vice versa.
8 Rinses the hands thoroughly up to the 1
point below the elbow joint
methodically
9 Turns off the tap using the elbow but 1
not the hand
10 Using a sterile hand towel, dries the 1
hands methodically and discards it in a
right place then remains with the hands
up.
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: SURGICAL HAND WASHING
At this station, all the requirements for hand washing are
already set for you.
Instructions:
1. Carry out surgical hand washing methodically.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Station:

Scenario: IDENTIFICATION OF BED APPLIANCES WITH THEIR USES

Examiner’s name ……………………………..…date………………………………..

School……………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Long mackintosh- for protecting the 1
mattress.
2 Bed cradle- for lifting off the linens over 1
the wound.
3 Cardiac table- for the patient to lean 1
forward and feeding purposes in patients
with difficulties in breathing
4 Back rest- to support the patient in 1
sitting up position
5 Foot rest- to prevent foot drop 1
6 Fracture board- to provide firm support 1
 of the mattress.
7 Bed blocks/elevator- to elevate the top 1
or bottom of the bed.
8 An air ring- to reduce pressure to the 1
sacrum and coccyx
9 Hot water bottle- for providing 1
additional warmth to the patient.
10 Sand bags- to prevent movement of the 1
lower limbs when the patient is in bed
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: IDENTIFICATION OF BED
APPLIANCES WITH THEIR USES
At this station you are provided with some of the bed
appliances necessary for providing patient’s comfort.
Instructions:
1. Identify the appliances with their uses.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.
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Station:

Scenario: NAMING PELVIC BONES AND JOINTS

Examiner’s name …………………………..…date………………………………..

School co………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Moves the trolley near the examiner and 1
washes hands.
2 Holds the pelvis properly and defines it. 1
3 Identifies two innominate bones as right 2
and left.
Each innominate bone consists of the
Ilium, ischium and the pubic bone
4 Identifies sacrum made of five fused 1
bones
5 Identifies the coccyx made up of four 1
fused bones.
6 Mentions the pelvic joints as:
2 sacro iliac joints left and right. 1
1 sacro coccygeal joint joining the 1
sacrum and coccyx
Symphysis pubis joining two pubic 1
bones.
7 Washes the hands 1
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: NAMING THE PELVIC BONES AND
JOINTS.
At this station you are provided with a model of the pelvis.
Instructions:
 1. Name all its bones and joints correctly.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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Station:

Scenario: PUTTING ON SURGICAL GLOVES.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..
NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT
. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Washes hands and ½
2 Identifies the correct size of the gloves 1
and opens it on a sterile surface.
3 Carries out surgical hand washing 2
methodically.
4 Opens the inner pack of the gloves, 2
using the left hand picks the inner
surface of the glove to dress the right
hand without touching the sterile
surface.
5 Using the dressed hand now, dresses the 2
left hand while touching the sterile
surface only.
6 Fixes the gloves correctly to fit the ½
fingers
7 Keeps the hand above the level of the ½
waist.
8 Removes the gloves methodically and 1
discards them in a right place.
9 Washes hands ½
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: PUTTING ON STERILE GLOVES
At this station you are provided with the requirements for
surgical gloving.
Instructions:
 1. Put on the gloves while observing sterility.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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Station:

Scenario: TEMPERATURE TAKING.

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..

School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..
NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT
. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Creates rapport and explains the 1
procedure to the patient
2 Washes hands and sets the following: 3
 Thermometer in its jar of lotion
 Gallipot of cotton swabs
 Receiver for used swabs
 Watch with ticker timer
 Temperature chart and a pencil/
a pen.
3 Screens the bed for privacy. 1
4 Inspects the thermometer for cracks, and 1
cleans it with a swab.
5 Cleans the axilla with a dry swab and 1
inserts the thermometer, correctly.
6 Removes the thermometer, after three 1
minutes and takes the readings at an eye
level.
7 Gives the findings to the patient 1
8 Records the findings and clears away. 1
TOTAL 1O
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: TAKING TEMPERATURE.
At this station, there is a patient admitted in bed, you are asked
to take his temperature.
Instructions:
 1. Set and carry out temperature.
2. Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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Station:

Scenario: PRONE POSITION .

Examiner’s name …………………………………………………………………..…

date………………………………..
School code……………………………………………………candidate’s
No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Creates rapport with the patient 1
2 Explains the procedure to the patient 1
Asks for the an assistant
3 Washes the hands together with the 1
assistant
4 Moves trolley at the bed side 1
5 Asks the patient to allow to be 1
positioned
6 Patient lies on the abdomen with the 1
head on a pillow turned one side
7 Small soft pillow placed under the 1
abdomen
8 Pelvis and the lower legs are supported 1
on a pillow under the ankles to prevent
discomfort of toes pressing the bed.
9 Thanks the patient and laves him 1
comfortable
10 Washes hands 1
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: POSITIONING A PATIENT IN PRONE
POSITION.
At this station, there is a patient admitted in bed, you are asked
to position him in a prone position.
Instructions:
1. Set and position the patient.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.

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Station:

Scenario: HEALTH EDUCATION ON PATIENTS RIGHTS.

Examiner’s name …………………………..…date………………………………..

School …………………candidate’s No…………………………………………..

NO AREAS TOBE ASSESSED SCOR DONE PARTIAL NOT TOT

. E LY DONE AL
DONE
1 Requests for attention and introduces ½
self.
2 Introduces the topic ½
3 Assess their understanding on the topic ½
4 Defines the topic and gives the rights of
patient as:
 Right to participation in 1
treatment decision
 Right to respect and non 1
discrimination
1
 Right to choice of providers and
plans 1
 Right to complains and appeals
 Right to hospital policy 1
 Right to information disclosure 1
 Right to confidentiality of health
information
5 Acknowledges patient’s understanding ½
about the topic
6 Allows them to ask questions and ½
answers them correctly
7 Summarizes the topic ½
8 Enquires about the next topic, time and ½
place
9 Thanks the patients ½
TOTAL 10
Examiner’s
comments………………………………………………………………………………………………
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SCENARIO: HEALTH EDUCATION ON PATIENT’S
RIGHTS
At this station, there is a group of patients who have reported
in the OPD, health educate them on the patient’s rights
Instructions:
1. Conduct health education.
2. Speak loud for examiner to hear.
3. Move to the next station when the bell rings.