A Assess Assessment should occur throughout the rotation. Observing learner-patient histories, physical exams, presentations, and reviewing their notes provides the basis for your evaluation. Compare the learners performances. A method for briefly recording observations, such as jotting short phrases or a patient name on a note card in your pocket, can help jog your memory. Use these notes to provide behavior-specific feedback at the end of the day and save the notes for reference at the final evaluation session.
Regular feedback is a key component of the evaluation process.
Timely, specific feedback on weaknesses gives the learner an opportunity to improve and gives you a chance to observe the learner s efforts and successes. Similarly, positive comments on a good performance should not wait. Few things reinforce good behavior and growth like timely, specific feedback. D Discuss Evaluation at the Midpoint A midpoint evaluation provides an excellent opportunity to reinforce the learner s strengths, point out weaknesses, identify problems, clarify expectations, set new goals, and suggest strategies for improvement. A relatively small amount of time and effort during the middle of the rotation can dramatically improve the ultimate satisfaction of the learner and the preceptor.