End of paediatrics

I've spent this week on the paediatric ward. I got to take histories, do examinations, partake in ward rounds, shadow the junior doctor, take blood, help request and deliver blood transfusion products and play with lots of kids! The main medical conditions that i encountered were meningitis, pneumonia (no bronchiolitis), HIV, malaria, febrile convulsions, burkitt's lymphoma. The ward was better equipped and staffed than i thought it would be (sufficient gloves, analytical equipment and medicines) and is a great place for learning as doctors are happy to answer any questions you may have and supervise you during procedures. I'm looking forward to Obs & Gynae next week!