Perineal Repair: Theory for Midwifery Practice

Purpose

To enhance midwives’ knowledge about prevention of perineal damage and how to effectively assess and repair perineal trauma.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify key musculature and functions of the pelvic floor and their importance during birth
• Understand the short and long term morbidity issues associated with perineal trauma
• Analyse evidence based midwifery strategies that minimise perineal trauma (antenatal and intranatal)
• Discuss when and how to perform an episiotomy
• Identify degrees of trauma and the principles of safe, evidence-based perineal repair
• Reflect on the evidence-based advice for women regarding postpartum care of perineal trauma

Audience

Registered Midwives

Method

Online Delivery

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