Study Guide

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

Recognises risks and complications related to pregnancy and childbirth and can, if necessary, 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 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

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

It is recommended that students have completed 180 credits