Its been an exciting few days, really enjoying the week. So far 2 days, 3 caesarians and 3 healthy babies although still no 'normal spontaneous deliveries' of note. Watching the doctor get consent yesterday was interesting, it seemed to involve about 3 different people explaining all of the details of the op, anaesthetic and risks to both mother and baby.
In theatre today I found out why in women with a high BMI the table has to be tilted. Also saw one of the midwives 'attempt' to catheterise the patient on the table but unfortunately get the wrong hole, oops. Managed to help Dad who looked like he was about to pass out at one point and help him through to the prep room to sit down.
Best things about labour ward: tea and toast in abundance, all of the staff being incredibly friendly and seeing alot of things in my first week. Worst part there's so many people and codes that it's becoming a memory game trying to remember everything! Looking forward to night shifts at the weekend and meeting my supervisor tomorrow. Managed ok in the pre-assessment for the block but definitely need to brush up on my gynae pathology.
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