Prerequisites
- A Bachelor´s degree comprising at least 180 credits, with a major in Caring science or Nursing as well as Additionally Profession, theory and method, 7.5 credits, Sexual and reproductive health, 9 credits and Pregnancy, Childbirth and Postpartum Care, 13.5 credits
Summary in English
The overall objective of the course is that students should be able to apply, extend and integrate their theoretical and clinical knowledge of sexual, reproductive and perinatal health based on the midwifery profession and research area in maternity care.
After completing the course, students shall be able to:
- critically reflect on concepts, theories and perspectives to promote good health care in maternity care,
- actively participate in the care of women with normal pregnancy before, during and after the expected normal childbirth, and demonstrate the ability to identify deviations from normal progression,
- provide support, advice and assurance to the woman and relatives based on identified needs,
- care for the healthy neonate and identify deviations from the normal course,
- support early parental contact and breastfeeding,
- use medical technology in the field while maintaining patient safety,
- transfer relevant information about the individual woman and child, and document care in accordance with regulations,
- demonstrate the ability to establish good communication with patients and colleagues,
- show good judgment in assessment and application of knowledge as well as understanding of patients and the situation of family members,
- discuss and reflect on personal professional development as a midwife.