Table 3 Technical skills checklist used by the participants as part of the “Reflection on Practice” questionnaire
Questions | Description | Points possible | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
General | Handwashing, permission, draping, no jargon | 4 | Both |
Breast assessment | Inspection and palpation | 5 | Both |
Breast massage | Reverse pressure softening, lymphatic drainage, other massage technique not listed* | 3 | Both |
Hand expression | Demonstration and watched patient | 2 | Case 1 |
Infant positioning and attachment at the breast | Skin-to-skin, tummy-to-tummy, stimulate baby’s mouth | 3 | Case 1 |
Breast pump setup and use | Assembly, flange size, centering nipple, removal | 4 | Case 2 |