This Simulated Patient Encounter maps to Scenario MAT 07 – Carole Shotz – Scheduled Cesarean Delivery on the Elsevier Evolve Platform

Carole Shotz, a 32-year-old Caucasian female at 38 weeks’ gestation, arrived for a cesarean section following an unsuccessful external version. During this scenario, learners must prepare a patient for surgery by initiating preoperative teaching, providing psychosocial support, and administering any preoperative medications or fluids.

Learning Objectives

‘- Conduct appropriate assessments
– Address patient concerns and provide surgery education
– Provide patient with all necessary preoperative care
– Document all findings, interventions, and patient responses