Table 5.
Sample validation of DCMs using nursing care scenarios
| DCM | Nursing care scenarios | Value identified | Value in DCM | Attribute in DCM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rupture of membranes | M.S. reported a ‘gush of clear fluid’ at 6:30 p.m. Ruptured membranes was confirmed by sterile speculum exam. | Confirmed | Positive | Interpretation |
| 6:30PM | 6:30PM | Occurrence | ||
| Clear | None | Color | ||
| Speculum exam | Speculum exam | Instrument | ||
| Uterine contraction | Two days later, at 7:30 PM, M.S. presented to the birthing center experiencing mild uterine contractions every 5 to 7 minutes lasting 60 seconds since 5:00 PM. | Mild | Mild | Intensity |
| Lasting 60 seconds | 1 minute | Duration | ||
| Since 5:00PM | 5:00PM | Occurrence | ||
| Every (5 to 7 minutes) | Regular | Rhythm | ||
| (Every) 5 to 7 minutes | 5–7 minutes | Interval |