MDWF 2035

MDWF 2035 - COMPLICATIONS OF LACTATION - 1 cr.

PRE-REQUISITE:

Completion of MDWF 1030

DESCRIPTION:

This course aims to provide understanding of and tools for management of common complications of lactation, including counseling skills and techniques, creation of practice documents, reflective practice, and appropriate use of consultation and referral. 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. Provide client education using a shared decision-making model

2. Understand and identify components of the physiologic process of lactation

3. Is familiar with common complications of lactation

a. Slow weight gain

b. Tethered oral ties

c. Low milk supply

d. Breast surgery

e. Infections and illness affecting lactation

f. Conditions of the infant affecting lactation

4. Understands common lactation interventions

a. Galactagogues

b. Supplemental feeding

c. Pharmacological treatment

d. Complementary measures.

5. Understands effective counseling techniques

6. Supports physiologic establishment of lactation

7. Understand indications for lactation consultation and referral

8. Provides evidence-based client education

9. Understands importance of interprofessional collaboration

ASSIGNMENTS:

Practice Guidelines:

• Plugged Duct, Mastitis, and Abscess

• Low Milk Supply

• Candida or Thrush

Client Resource:

• Nursing While Sick

Clinical Reference Guide:

• GI Disorders