Reflection Rubrics Assig 2

Name: Janson B.
Sarmiemto
Year Level: 1st year BSN 1A
INSTRUCTIONS: Make a reflection on Nutritional Intervention for Malnourished patient. Not less
than 300 words guided by the rubrics uploaded. Please follow this format for the filename of
your answers:
Surname_Firstname_Reflection Tittle. Answers will be discussed thru forum/chat/google meet.
RUBRICS FOR REFLECTIVE JOURNAL
Criteria 4 3 2 1
Critical thinking Synthesize Prioritizes Summarizes Repeats basic

skills available available available information with
Situational information and information for information for prompting for
analysis possible patient documentation documentation documentation
outcomes for and discussion and discussion
documentation
and discussion
with colleagues,
and relates
ongoing findings
to potential
complication
Clinical Makes clinical Makes clinical Makes clinical Recognizes
judgement decisions decisions decisions variations in
correctly with correctly, e.g, correctly with patient
sound clinical priorities in some prompts, conditions, but
reasoning and patient care e.g selection of needs help in
modifies nursing nursing prioritizing
interventions interventions
based on
patients
condition
Response to Consistently Participates Usually reacts Sometimes
clinical situation participates spontaneously and participates reacts and
spontaneously most of the time appropriately in participates
and and appropriately patient care appropriately in
appropriately in in patient care within the patient care
patient care within expected expected time within the
within the time expected time
expected time
COMPUTATION OF GRADE
Formula for Grading
Raw Score/Total Score x 60+40 = Grade
Clinical Instructor:_______________ Date:

Reflection on Nutritional Intervention for Malnourished patient
Nutritional intervention for malnourished patients is a critical aspect of healthcare that

plays a significant role in their recovery and overall well-being. Reflecting on this topic,
several key points come to mind: Importance of early identification: Timely identification
of malnourished patients is crucial to initiate appropriate nutritional intervention
promptly. Malnutrition can have severe consequences on physical and mental health,
immune function, wound healing, and overall prognosis. Therefore, healthcare
professionals need to be vigilant in assessing patients for signs of malnutrition and
promptly referring them for appropriate interventions.
Individualized approach: Each malnourished patient has unique nutritional needs based
on factors such as age, underlying medical conditions, severity of malnutrition, and
functional status. A personalized approach is essential to address their specific
nutritional deficiencies and promote optimal recovery. This may involve assessing
dietary intake, conducting nutritional screenings, and utilizing tools like the Malnutrition
Universal Screening Tool (MUST) or Subjective Global Assessment (SGA) to guide
interventions.
Multidisciplinary collaboration: Effective nutritional intervention requires collaboration

among healthcare professionals, including physicians, dietitians, nurses, and other
members of the healthcare team. Working together, they can develop comprehensive
care plans that address not only the nutritional needs of the patient but also any
underlying medical conditions, functional limitations, and social or psychological factors
that may impact their ability to consume an adequate diet.
Nutritional supplementation: In cases where malnourished patients are unable to meet

their nutritional requirements through regular dietary intake alone, nutritional
supplementation may be necessary. This could involve the use of oral nutritional
supplements, enteral tube feeding, or in severe cases, parenteral nutrition. The choice of
supplementation should be based on individual needs, tolerance, and the ability to
effectively deliver the required nutrients.
Education and counseling: Providing education and counseling to both patients and
their caregivers is essential to optimize the success of nutritional interventions. This
includes educating them about the importance of proper nutrition, how to prepare and
consume nutrient-dense meals, managing any dietary restrictions or preferences, and
recognizing signs of malnutrition recurrence or relapse.
Long-term support and follow-up: Nutritional intervention should not be limited to the
acute phase of care but should extend into the long-term management of malnourished
patients. Regular follow-up visits and ongoing support are necessary to monitor
progress, adjust interventions as needed, and ensure the maintenance of optimal
nutritional status.
In conclusion, nutritional intervention for malnourished patients requires a

comprehensive and personalized approach, with early identification, multidisciplinary
collaboration, and ongoing support. By addressing the unique nutritional needs of each
patient, we can significantly improve their health outcomes and quality of life.

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RUBRICS FOR REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

Critical thinking Synthesize Prioritizes Summarizes Repeats basic

Clinical Instructor:_______________ Date:

Nutritional intervention for malnourished patients is a critical aspect of healthcare that

Multidisciplinary collaboration: Effective nutritional intervention requires collaboration

Nutritional supplementation: In cases where malnourished patients are unable to meet

In conclusion, nutritional intervention for malnourished patients requires a

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