Antenatal Visits of Childbearing Families (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

You are able to plan, implement and evaluate the monitoring and strengthening of the health, well-being and resources of the expectant family in cooperation with the family

You are able to carry out health examinations of the expectant family, assess the health of the expectant mother and the fetus and the family, identify risk factors related to pregnancy and childbirth, and refer to treatment if necessary

You will be able to work in a sudden birth, perform a regular postpartum examination and assess the need for support for the newborn child and his or her family and take supportive measures.

Content

Maternity care service system and legislation governing it. Family coaching, parenting training and support for couple relationship

Recognition of motherhood and fatherhood

Health examinations of the expectant mother and family during pregnancy, screening examinations, health counseling and guidance, the need for special support and follow-up. Risk factors for pregnancy and their identification and treatment guidance. Prevention and talk of substance abuse and intimate partner violence

Home visit to a family expecting a child / having a child

The course of childbirth, sudden delivery and follow-up of regular childbirth. Identification and treatment of postpartum depression

Location and time

Syyslukukausi.

Materials

NEUKO-tietokanta. Äitiysneuvola.

Teaching methods

Lähitunnit ja Moodle oppimisympäristö.

Exam schedules

Opintojaksolla on paritentti, myös EXAM tentti mahdollisuus itsenäisesti.

Student workload

Opintojakso on 3,5 op eli 94,5 tuntia.