Study Guide

Objective

Student:
- has evidence based in-depth knowledge of gynecological care and gynecological special issues in midwifery
- has clinical skills in gynecological care
- has the knowledge to care for patients in gynecological care with an ethical and professional approach
- can apply patient guidance as well as a rehabilitative and health-promoting approach
- has a professional mindset to pay attention in gynecological care to all forms and dimensions of poverty and inequality
- have insights into the importance of cultural sensitivity in midwifery

Content

Acute gynecology and bleeding disorders
Abortion
Early pregnancy complications
Gynecological infections
Gynecological cancer
Prolapse and incontinence
Menopause
Infertility

Location and time

Autumn 2025
Novia, Alere + online

Materials

Botha, E. & Ryttyläinen-Korhonen, K. (2016). Naisen hoitotyö. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.

Bäckström, T., Kjølhede, P. & Landgren, B-M. (red.). (2022). Gynekologi. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Lindgren et al. 2022. Reproduktiv hälsa. Barnmorksans kompetensområde. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Lundgren, I, Blix, E, Gottfredsdottir, H., Wikberg, A. & Aagard Nohr, E. 2022. Theories and perspectives for midwifery a Nordic view. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Oscarsson M. & Georgsson S. (red.). (2021). Etik för barnmorskor. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Harvala m.fl., 2021, Kätilötyö. Edita, Helsingfors.

Tapanainen,J., Heikinheimo, O.& Kaarin Mäkikallio, K. (toim.) 2019 (eller 2011). Naistentaudit ja synnytykset. Duodecim. (kap. 1-17, 20-31)(kap. 2-12, 14-28 i 2011)

www.terveysportti.fi

According to lecturers instructions

Teaching methods

Lectures, group works, discussion, video, demonstration, practical exercises, individual work

Employer connections

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Exam schedules

Validation according to general directives in Novia.
Written exam deadline see Moodle
Retake exams on two general exam days, see Moodle or Peppi

Registration on Peppi is compulsory for re take exams no later than the Monday before the exam.
In the retake Bäckström et al. above or equivalent literature in English + Moodle material both lectures and groups works are included.

International connections

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Completion alternatives

Lectures
Compulsory attendance at practical exercises and group work
Moodle exam in class
Active participation in discussions

Student workload

3sp = 3x27h= 81h
Gynecological nursing (3 sp):
Lectures 12 h
Practical exercises 4 h
Presentation of group work 12 h
Individual studies 51 h
Written exam 2 h

Content scheduling

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Further information

Topics for 3 group works are available on Moodle
Clinical training is mandatory

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work:
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work:
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups:
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

Assessment methods and criteria

Written exam 40p
21-24points = grade 1
25-28=2
29-32=3
33-36=4
37-40=5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Does not reach 21 points
Does not participate in or present assignment

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

See above

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

See above

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

See above

Qualifications

Study units:
VÅV22GV
VÅV22HF
VÅV22KV
VÅV22PR