Health Care Practices Among Expecting FamiliesLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: UHV22HV02
Credits
5 op
Objective
The student:
-can plan, implement and assess the follow-up of health, well-being and resources of expecting families as well as of families with infants
-can recognize risks and complications related to pregnancy and childbirth and can, if nesserary consult other experts in the field of maternal health care
-is familiar with the course of childbirth and can manage an emergency childbirth
- can, by use of sustainable resource promoting methods, advise clients in aspects related to pregnancy, childbirth, puerperium, couple relations and family planning
Content
The service system
Health examinations, screenings
Normal pregnancy and puerperium
Health risks and complications during pregnancy
Social awareness (current challenges)
The normal and complicated delivery process, pain relief and examination
Resource enhancing methods in working with the family who have had a children
Guidance and support for the pregnant and the family
Family planning
Family planning, sexual and reproductive health, couple relationship
Socio-economic security when the family has children
Early interaction
Families from different cultures at child health clinics
Qualifications
It is recommended that students have completed 180 credits