Complications of the Prenatal Period

Demonstrate proper actions for transport/ transfer of care during pregnancy.

Recognize preexisting health complications such as thyroid disorders, Type I/II diabetes, cardiac condition, depression and their impact on pregnancy.

Have ability to recognize the signs, symptoms and potential effects of prenatal conditions including: hyperemesis gravidarum, Group B Strep, ectopic pregnancy, hydatidiform mole, intrauterine growth restriction, placenta previa, abruptio placentae, miscarriage, insufficient cervix, gestational diabetes, HELLP syndrome, hypertension, preeclampsia, preterm premature rupture of membranes, malpresentation, amniotic fluid abnormalities, and cholestasis.

Discuss exposure, contraction, and management of infectious diseases such as toxoplasmosis, HIV, HepaPPs C, varicella, rubella, and cytomegalovirus and the effects on pregnancy.

Detect and suggest appropriate treatment for problems and variations during pregnancy, including allopathic treatment and complementary or alternative health therapies.

Respond to prenatal problems and variations with a range of treatments including alternative health modalities similar to above.

Identify fetal risk factors requiring prenatal transfer of care.

Provide support, resources and post-event care for those considering or experiencing therapeutic, elective, threatened, missed, or spontaneous miscarriage or fetal demise.

Demonstrate research skills for prenatal related questions.

Develop communication (written, verbal, media arts forms, etc.) useful for facilitating informed decision making.

Develop personal practice guidelines, client handouts / educational videos, informed disclosures and informed care documents to build a framework for decision making in cases which vary from the norm and in situations which are emergencies.

Incorporate applicable state/province/territory regulations into personal midwifery documents.

Engage in discussions with peers and instructor via live sessions and discussion board posts.