This course provides a comprehensive overview of the importance of managing women's reproductive health and discusses the management of unintended pregnancies within the country's legal boundaries. Students will not only acquire foundational knowledge of the laws, regulations, and policies, but will also understand the socio-cultural backgrounds as well as the medical and psychological needs of women in cases where there is a high probability of abnormal fetal development, where the pregnancy poses a threat to the mother's life, where the unborn child has an incurable severe illness, or in cases of pregnancy resulting from rape. Students will develop clinical skills, communication skills, and appropriate professional attitudes to deliver safe, respectful care, including pre- and post-abortion counseling and abortion care services. Furthermore, students will acquire essential clinical skills in Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) for managing women experiencing persistent uterine bleeding and will learn to effectively manage complications arising from abortion or miscarriage.
This course prepares students to become competent in critically evaluating research reports and utilizing available evidence to deliver effective care practices. Students will not only explore the process of translating research evidence into practical application, but they will also be supported in compiling practice evidence or evidence-based practice information. Students will be guided to recognize the value of utilizing research evidence to enhance the overall quality of care. Furthermore, students will receive support to understand and implement research project designs commonly used in healthcare globally, including quantitative and qualitative methodologies, as well as learn how to interpret research reports to establish a foundation for practice. Students will be guided to leverage national and international research evidence to support care and facilitate constructive discussions with women and their families.
This course was developed by recognizing the need for timely, empathetic, and collaborative skilled obstetric care to assist women suffering from or at risk of perinatal mental health issues. This course explores the social, psychological, and physical factors that impact a woman's mental health surrounding childbirth. Students will study the effects of stigma on women experiencing mental health conditions, as well as reflect on personal and community perspectives and attitudes toward women's mental health. The course covers early identification of issues, providing empathetic counseling techniques, and initiating appropriate referrals. Students will learn practical application skills and evidence-based knowledge to support women and their families affected by perinatal mental health problems. Furthermore, students will gain an understanding of the deep interrelationship between maternal mental health, maternal well-being, newborn bonding, and early parenting theories.
Students will receive support in analyzing data from relevant information sources and broader care contexts to improve quality and achieve enhanced care outcomes for mothers and newborns. This course provides students with opportunities to understand the importance of maternal and reproductive health data and how to use it to improve maternal and reproductive health (SRH) outcomes and perinatal care (before, during, and after childbirth). Focusing on the maternal and newborn healthcare system will help students identify and resolve misconceptions. Bricco's tool skills include clinical management assessment measures/forms and preparing descriptions to train students in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for health service management and leadership roles, ensuring that students are well-prepared in advance for practice within the community and health facilities. This course will give students opportunities to develop and implement supportive research skills to generate evidence. Concepts discussed include empowering women by integrating strategies to protect women and minimize rights violations to promote health and well-being. Examining and reflecting on case narratives and national data, alongside their direct practical placement, will help students acquire the knowledge, skills, and qualifications needed to actively contribute to the healthcare system.