Care in Childbirth II, Clinical Practice

The overall objective of the course is that students, in a highly systematic and critical manner, are able to apply, deepen and integrate their theoretical and clinical knowledge of sexual, reproductive and perinatal health in accordance with the midwifery profession and research field regarding both normal and complicated obstetrical care.

After completing the course, students shall, at a deeper level, be able to:

• independently deal with and care for women during normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care with the support of evidence-based knowledge, and document care in accordance with applicable rules,
• independently identify deviations from normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care, and identify women and children with special care and support needs,
• analyze and evaluate the pros and cons of different treatment options based on evidence and proven experience and in accordance with laws, regulations and policies,
• initiate and create good quality care with high standards of hygiene,
• critically analyze and evaluate health statuses and plans, and implement and evaluate health-care interventions in cases of both normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care,
• in a professional manner, inform, support and provide a sense of security in dialogue with the woman and relatives in cases of both normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care and when providing counselling support after childbirth,
• actively participate in the life-support treatment of women and children,
• independently work with medical technology within the midwife’s area of responsibility,
• in a professional manner, systematically manage, prioritize, allocate and coordinate care based on the woman’s, child’s and relatives’ needs,
• collaborate in the care process within and between professional groups, health-care providers and government agencies,
• demonstrate self-awareness in thought and action, reflect on personal professional development as a midwife and identify the need for further knowledge.