After passing the evaluations of the Professional Master's Degree in Obstetrics for Midwives, the professional will have acquired the necessary professional competencies for a quality and up to date practice based on the latest scientific evidence.

With this program you will be able to master the new therapeutic procedures and provide the best care in Obstetrics for Midwives”

General Skills

• Possess knowledge that provides a basis or opportunity to be original in the development and/or application of ideas, often in a research context.
• Apply acquired knowledge and problem-solving skills in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study.
• Integrate knowledge and face the complexity of making judgments based on incomplete or limited information.
• Communicate your conclusions, your knowledge and the ultimate reasons behind them to both specialized and non-specialized audiences in a clear and unambiguous manner.
• Manage the learning skills that will enable them to continue studying in a largely self-directed or autonomous way.
• Participate in and, where appropriate, lead and streamline mother and child as well as women's health care programs
• Educate women, families and the community in health-related aspects, by identifying learning needs in relation to maternal and child health, and undertake different educational programs according to previously identified needs
• Promote a positive experience and a responsible attitude towards childbirth in the population, and give advice on postpartum and breastfeeding
• Collaborate in the implementation of activities such as: promotion, prevention, assistance, and postpartum recovery of women
• Detect risk factors and problems in childbirth in women
• Apply principles of clinical reasoning, problem detection, decision-making, care and attention planning, and appropriate evaluation of different clinical situations in nursing care

A path to achieve education and professional growth that will propel you towards a greater level of competitiveness in the employment market"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals from the best hospitals and universities, aware of the current relevance of specializing to be able to intervene in the prevention, care and monitoring of the obstetric health of our patients, and committed to quality teaching through new educational technologies.

This Professional Master’s Degree contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market”

Module 1. Midwifery Care in the Preconception Consultation

1.1. Need for a Preconception Consultation
1.2. Content of a Midwife Consultation

1.2.1. Medical History
1.2.2. Physical Examination
1.2.3. Complementary Tests

1.3. Education and Promotion of Health on the Part of the Midwife
1.4. Pharmacological Supplements and Midwife Recommendations

Module 2. Pregnancy

2.1. Duration of pregnancy. Nomenclature
2.2. Anatomo-Physiological Modifications

2.2.1. Cardiovascular and Cardiac Changes

2.2.1.1. Cardiac Changes
2.2.1.2. Hematological Changes
2.2.1.3. Vascular Changes

2.2.2. Respiratory Changes

2.2.2.1. Anatomical Changes
2.2.2.2. Functional Changes

2.2.3. Renal and Urinary Changes

2.2.3.1. Anatomical Modifications
2.2.3.2. Functional Modifications

2.2.4. Metabolic Changes

2.2.4.1. Weight Gain
2.2.4.2. Basal Metabolism
2.2.4.3. Carbohydrate Metabolism
2.2.4.4. Lipid Metabolism
2.2.4.5. Protein Metabolism
2.2.4.6. Acid-base Equilibrium
2.2.4.7. Water Metabolism 
2.2.4.8. Minerals and Vitamins

2.2.5. Genital and Mammary Changes

2.2.5.1. External Genitalia
2.2.5.2. Internal Genitals
2.2.5.3. Breast Changes

2.2.6. Endocrine Changes

2.2.6.1. Constitution of the Fetoplacental Unit
2.2.6.2. Pituitary
2.2.6.3. Thyroid  2.2.6.4. Parathyroid
2.2.6.5. Pancreas. 
2.2.6.6. Adrenal Gland

2.2.7. Skin and Eye Changes

2.2.7.1. Vascular Changes
2.2.7.2. Pigmentation Changes
2.2.7.3. Tegumentary System

2.2.7.4. Eye Changes

2.2.8. Gastrointestinal Changes

2.2.8.1. Mouth
2.2.8.2. Esophagus and Stomach
2.2.8.3. Intestine
2.2.8.4. Liver
2.2.8.5. Gallbladder

2.2.9. Musculoskeletal Changes

2.2.9.1. Change of the Center of Gravity
2.2.9.2. Pelvis
2.2.9.3. Musculoskeletal Alterations

2.3. Diagnosis of Pregnancy for Midwives

2.3.1. Diagnosis of Pregnancy
2.3.2. Biochemical Tests

2.3.2.1. Biological Tests
2.3.2.2. Immunological Tests

2.3.3. Ultrasound
2.3.4. Signs and Symptoms

2.3.4.1. Signs
2.3.4.2. Symptoms

2.4. Prenatal Care. Midwife's program of gestational control.

2.4.1. Prenatal Care
2.4.2. Pregnancy Control Program

2.4.2.1. First Pregnancy Check-up Visit (< 10 weeks)
2.4.2.2. Successive Prenatal Visits

2.4.3. Perinatal Risk Assessment
2.4.4. Prenatal Control Protocols

2.4.4.1. Definition
2.4.4.2. Objectives
2.4.4.3. Personnel Involved
2.4.4.4. Process

2.5. Prenatal Diagnosis

2.5.1. Non-Invasive Techniques
2.5.2. Invasive Techniques
2.5.3. Couple Counselling in Prenatal Diagnosis
2.5.3.1. Definition

2.5.3.2. General Objectives
2.5.3.3. Specific Objectives
2.5.3.4. Targeted Population
2.5.3.5. Description of the Process

2.6. Midwife’s Health Education for the Pregnant Woman

2.6.1. Health Education for the Pregnant Woman2.6.2. Healthy Habits

2.6.2.1. Feeding

2.6.2.2. Consumption of Harmful Substances
2.6.2.3. Tasks
2.6.2.4. Sports
2.6.2.5. Travel
2.6.2.6. Hygiene, Clothing, and Footwear
2.6.2.7. Violence in Pregnancy

2.6.3. Sexuality
2.6.4. Common Discomforts During Pregnancy

2.6.4.1. Cardiovascular
2.6.4.2. Dermatological
2.6.4.3. Digestive
2.6.4.4. Locomotor
2.6.4.5. Respiratory
2.6.4.6. Genitourinary

2.6.5. Warning Signs
2.6.6. Promotion of Breastfeeding
2.6.7. Birth Plan

2.7. Nutrition of the Pregnant Woman

2.7.1. Assessment of the Diet

2.7.1.1. Energy Requirements
2.7.1.2. Food Selection
2.7.1.3. Supplements During Pregnancy
2.7.1.4. Weight Gain

2.7.2. Special Situations

2.7.2.1. Medical Treatment
2.7.2.2. Vegetarians

2.7.3. Dietary Counseling During Pregnancy

2.8. Pharmaceuticals in Pregnancy

2.8.1. Pharmaceuticals in Pregnancy
2.8.2. Pharmacology in Pregnancy
2.8.3. Mechanisms of Action in the Mother and Fetus

2.8.3.1. Mother
2.8.3.2. Placenta
2.8.3.3. Fetus

2.8.4. Use and Management of Pharmaceuticals in Pregnancy
2.8.5. Indications, Pharmaceutical Interaction, and Dosage

2.8.5.1. Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, and Antipyretic Medications
2.8.5.2. Gastroesophageal Reflux Prophylactics and Antiulcer Medications
2.8.5.3. Anticoagulants
2.8.5.4. Laxatives
2.8.5.5. E. Vitamins
2.8.5.6. Antianemic Medications
2.8.5.7. Antiarrhythmics
2.8.5.8. Antihypertensives
2.8.5.9. Hormones
2.8.5.10. Oral Contraceptives
2.8.5.11. Oral Antidiabetics
2.8.5.12. Corticoids
2.8.5.13. Dermatological Treatments
2.8.5.14. N. Antiviral Treatments
2.8.5.15. Trichomonicides
2.8.5.16. Antibiotics
2.8.5.17. Antiasthmatics
2.8.5.18. Antitussives 
2.8.5.19. Rhinologicals
2.8.5.20. Antihistamines
2.8.5.21. Antiepileptics
2.8.5.22. Antidepressants
2.8.5.23. Antipsychotics

2.8.6. Annex. FDA Classification of the Different Groups of Medications

2.9. Psychosocial Aspects of Pregnancy

2.9.1. Psychosocial Aspects of Pregnancy
2.9.2. Cultural and Religious influences
2.9.3. The Meaning and Impact of Pregnancy on the Couple and on the Family and Social Surroundings
2.9.4. Psychological Changes in Pregnancy

2.9.4.1. First Trimester
2.9.4.2. Second Trimester
2.9.4.3. Third Trimester

2.9.5. Bonding

Module 3. Maternity Education Program

3.1. History
3.2. Objectives

3.2.1. General Objective
3.2.2. Specific Objectives

3.3. Theoretical and Practical Content

3.3.1. Course Content
3.3.2. Methodology

3.4. Physical Exercises, Pelvic Floor Exercises, and Body Statics
3.5. Breathing Techniques for Midwives

3.5.1. Breathing Classification
3.5.2. Current Trends

3.6. Relaxation Techniques Applied by the Midwife

3.6.1. Theoretical Basis of Childbirth Education
3.6.2. Different Schools

3.7. Use of the Birthing Ball or Spherodynamics
3.8. The Midwife and Aquatic Maternal Education
3.9. Pilates for Pregnant Women

Module 4. Labor

4.1. Physiology of uterine contraction. Uterine Activity

4.1.1. Basic Physiological Aspects of Uterine Contraction
4.1.2. Basic Biochemistry of Uterine Contraction
4.1.3. Uterine Activity. Brief Historical Review
4.1.4. Components of Uterine Activity
4.1.5. Abdominal Muscles
4.1.6. Causes of Onset of Labor

4.2. Factors Involved in Labor

4.2.1. The Fetus. Fetal Head
4.2.2. Fetal Statics
4.2.3. Leopold's Maneuvers
4.2.4. Obstetric Nomenclature Determined by Fetal Statics
4.2.5. Diagnosis by Vaginal Examination
4.2.6. Birth Canal
4.2.7. Pelvic Axis
4.2.8. Hodge Planes
4.2.9. Soft Birth Canal
4.2.10 Motor of Labor

4.3. Midwife's Assessment of Fetal Well-Being

4.3.1. Evaluation of Fetal Activity
4.3.2. Non-stress Test (NST)
4.3.3. Stress Test or Contraction Tolerance Test
4.3.4. Biophysical Profile
4.3.5. Amnioscopy
4.3.6. Ultrasound. Doppler Study
4.3.7. Bioelectronic Monitoring in Labor
4.3.8. Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
4.3.9. Fetal Heart Rate Parameters
4.3.10. Biochemical Monitoring

4.4. Onset of Labor and Periods of Labor 

4.4.1. Onset of Labor. Prodromes of Labor
4.4.2. Dilatation Period
4.4.3. Birthing Period
4.4.4. Delivery Period

4.5. Delivery Mechanism in Vertex Presentation

4.5.1. Accommodation and Wedging in the Upper Strait
4.5.2. Descent and Intrapelvic Rotation
4.5.3. Flexion
4.5.4. Detachment
4.5.5. External Rotation and Shoulder Delivery

4.6. Pharmacology in Birth for Midwives

4.6.1. Pharmacokinetic Principles
4.6.2. Mechanisms of Action between Mother and Fetus
4.6.3. Use and Management of Pharmaceuticals in Childbirth

Module 5. Assistance and Care of  Woman in Childbirth

5.1. Assessment and Care of the Woman on the Part of the Midwife

5.1.1. Diagnosis of Labor
5.1.2. The Partogram
5.1.3. Assistance and Care of the Woman During Dilatation
5.1.4. Assessment of the Evolution of Labor
5.1.5. Assistance and Care of the Woman During Expulsion
5.1.6. Episiotomy and Episiorrhaphy
5.1.7. Assistance and Care of the Woman during Childbirth
5.1.8. Collection and Donation of Umbilical Cord Blood
5.1.9. Protocol for Delivery Assistance

5.2. Pain Relief in Labor. Physiology of Pain in Childbirth. Pain Perception

5.2.1. Physiology of Pain in Childbirth
5.2.2. Characteristics of Pain During Labor
5.2.3. Gate Theory
5.2.4. Perception of Pain in Childbirth
5.2.5. Non-pharmacological Techniques for Pain Relief in Labor

5.3. Midwifery Care in Normal Childbirth Birth Plan

5.3.1. Birth Plan
5.3.2. Biomechanics of Childbirth
5.3.3. Positions that Favor the Evolution of Labor
5.3.4. Protocol for Normal Delivery Care

5.4. Analgesia and Obstetric Anesthesia for Midwives 

5.4.1. Nitrous Oxide 
5.4.2. Morphine
5.4.3. Local anesthetics
5.4.4. Pudendal Anesthesia
5.4.5. Peridural Analgesia
5.4.6. General Anesthesia
5.4.7. Comparative Analysis of Anesthesia Techniques in Cesarean Section

5.5. Assistance of the Woman in Directed Childbirth

5.5.1. Indications for Induction
5.5.2. Elective Induction
5.5.3. Contraindications for Induction
5.5.4. Risks for Induction
5.5.5. Recommendations on Induction Information. Decision Making
5.5.6. Induction Methods
5.5.7. Labor Stimulation 
5.5.8. Assistance and Care of the Woman
5.5.9. Information
5.5.10. Techniques and Movement Restriction
5.5.11. Monitoring of Analgesia
5.5.12. Hydration and Ingestion
5.5.13. Expulsion Positions

5.6. Psychological Aspects of the Mother During Childbirth

5.6.1. Family Relationship. Family and Professional Support During Childbirth
5.6.2. Psychological Factors During Labor
5.6.3. Psychological Factors During Expulsion
5.6.4. Mother-Child Interactions
5.6.5. Data on Early Skin-to-skin Contact

5.7. Different Alternatives in Obstetric Care

5.7.1. Hospital Birth
5.7.2. Birthing Centers
5.7.3. Home Birth
5.7.4. Maternal and Perinatal Risk Assessment

Module 6. Postpartum Care for Midwives

6.1. Assistance of the Midwife and Care of the Woman During Postpartum Period

6.1.1. Puerperium, Adaptations and Modifications
6.1.2. Postpartum Care and Assistance
6.1.3. General Examination.
6.1.4. Identification of Problems and Their Prevention
6.1.5. Discharge Counseling

6.2. Psychosocial Aspects in the Puerperium

6.2.1. Psychosocial Adaptation of the Puerpera
6.2.2. Psychological Changes
6.2.3. Assessment of the Emotional State: Detection of Postpartum Depression
6.2.4. Mother/Partner/Newborn Relationship Bonds
6.2.5. Family Adaptation

6.3. Pharmaceuticals in Puerperium

6.3.1. Pharmaceuticals in Puerperium
6.3.2. Use and Management of Pharmaceuticals in Postpartum. Indications, Pharmaceutical Interaction, and Dosage
6.4. Home Care by the Midwife During the Puerperium 
6.4.1. Characteristics of Home Care of the Mother and the Newborn During the Postpartum Period
6.4.2. Home Care of the Mother and the Newborn during the Postpartum Period 

6.5. Midwife Care in Postpartum Period

6.5.1. Postpartum Program
6.5.2. Counseling and Health Education for the Mother-Child Pair
6.5.3. Maternal Recovery. Postpartum Groups
6.5.4. Physical Exercises During Postpartum
6.5.5. Pelvic Floor Recovery

Module 7. Breastfeeding

7.1. Physiology

7.1.1. Milk Secretion
7.1.2. Physiology of Lacteal Secretion
7.1.3. Inhibition of Milk Secretion  

7.2. Breastfeeding for Midwives

7.2.1. Definition of Breastfeeding
7.2.2. Breastfeeding Practices
7.2.3. Breastfeeding Positions
7.2.4. Manual Expression of Breast Milk
7.2.5. Baby-friendly Hospital Initiative
7.2.6. Advantages of Breastfeeding
7.2.7. Breastfeeding Problems. Special Situations. Breastfeeding in Neonates with Health Problems
7.2.8. Breastfeeding Support Groups (GALM)

7.3. Pharmaceuticals in Lactation

7.3.1. Mechanisms of Action in the Mother and Fetus
7.3.2. Use and Management of Pharmaceuticals in Lactation. Indications, Pharmaceutical Interaction, and Dosage

Module 8. Nursing Care in a Newborn

8.1. Adaptation to Extrauterine Life  
8.2. Assessment of the Neonate's Health Status  
8.3. Immediate Care of the Newborn  
8.4. Anatomical and Physiological Characteristics of the Newborn  
8.5. General Care of the Newborn  
8.6. Newborn Feeding  
8.7. Discharge Counseling

Module 9. Obstetric Emergencies

9.1. Gynecological Hemorrhage
9.2. Threat of Preterm Birth
9.3. Hypertensive States of Pregnancy
9.4. Obstetric Hemorrhage

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