Normal Obstetrics Management

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Co -requisites: ENOP 6005, ENOP 6007, ENOP 6035. This course contributes to the acquisition of basic clinical knowledge of normal obstetrics and the development of skills for the management and care of the women during preconception, pregnancy, labor, delivery, post- partum, and immediate care of the newborn through class discussions and independent study. The framework of nurse-midwifery management for the primary care of normal women during the maternity care cycle and the care of the newborn is constituted. The functions and responsibility of the midwi fe as a health team member are discussed and stressed. The student will learn the skills and techniques relevant to give expert support and care during labor, use of analgesia, performance of local and regional anesthesia, performance of episiotomy, delivery of baby and immediate care to the newborn and mother.