MDWF 3010

Course Description

This course covers complications during the prenatal period, including etiology, identification, management, and discussion with clients. Students will prepare midwifery practice directive documents that guide management for complications during the prenatal period, develop shared decision-making documents, and evaluate procedures for transfer of care. Case studies are utilized to demonstrate the application of clinical judgment and management within the scope of practice of the Certified Professional Midwife. 

Learning Objectives: 

1. Demonstrate proper actions for transport/ transfer of care during pregnancy. 

2. Recognize preexisting health complications such as thyroid disorders, Type I/II diabetes, cardiac condition, depression and their impact on pregnancy. 

3. Have ability to recognize the signs, symptoms and potential effects of prenatal conditions including hyperemesis gravidarum, Group B Strep, ectopic pregnancy, hydatidiform mole, intrauterine growth restriction, placenta previa, abruptio placentae, miscarriage, insufficient cervix, gestational diabetes, HELLP syndrome, hypertension, preeclampsia, preterm premature rupture of membranes, malpresentation, amniotic fluid abnormalities, and cholestasis. 

4. Discuss exposure, contraction, and management of infectious diseases such as toxoplasmosis, HIV, Hepatitis C, varicella, rubella, and cytomegalovirus and the effects on pregnancy. 

5. Detect and suggest appropriate treatment for problems and variations during pregnancy, including allopathic treatment and complementary or alternative health therapies. 

6. Respond to prenatal problems and variations with a range of treatments including alternative health modalities similar to above. 

7. Identify fetal risk factors requiring prenatal transfer of care. 

8. Provide support, resources, and post-event care for those considering or experiencing therapeutic, elective, threatened, missed, or spontaneous miscarriage or fetal demise.

(Midwives College of Utah, 2023).

Prerequisites: Completion of all Phase Two Classes - completed August, 2023

Credits: 3.5

References

Midwives College of Utah. (August, 2023). Midwives College of Utah 2023-2024 course catalogue. Salt Lake City, Utah.