Management of Postnatal Period (MDAK_104)
About Study Course
Objective
To provide an understanding of the postpartum period of physiological and pathological pregnancies.
Prerequisites
Preliminary knowledge in anatomy, physiology, supervision of physiological and pathological pregnancy and physiological obstetrics.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the study course students will gain an understanding of and will be able to tell about the anatomical, physiological, clinical changes in the postpartum period, about maternity care in the postpartum period.
As a result of completing the study course students will be able to use medical terminology of the postpartum period. Will use the obtained knowledge to identify abnormal postpartum conditions and educate pregnant women and women during the first week after labour about the postpartum period.
Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to ensure optimal postpartum care to women during the first week after labour. Will know how to assess results of clinical investigation, will be able to analyse clinical postnatal situations, argue, logically express and explain their opinion.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwifery, MZFVb | 6 | Bachelor’s | Required | Māra Grieze |
