- Docente: Giuliana Simonazzi
- Credits: 2
- SSD: MEDS-21/A
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Midwifery (cod. 6064)
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from Oct 26, 2026 to Jan 25, 2027
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students will be able to apply their knowledge and understanding, demonstrating appropriate professional judgment, in the diagnosis of labor, the use of methods and technologies for labor management and fetal well-being assessment, and the evaluation of the pathophysiology of the puerperium and its main clinical parameters.
Course contents
1. Diagnosis of Labor and Childbirth
- Diagnosis and physiology of labor.
- Assessment of labor progress.
- Management of normal vaginal birth.
2. Management of Childbirth
- Methods and technologies for labor and birth management.
- Midwifery care during the stages of labor and childbirth.
- Management of the third stage of labor.
3. Fetal Well-being Monitoring
- Assessment of fetal well-being.
- Cardiotocography (CTG) monitoring and principles of interpretation.
4. The Puerperium
- Physiology and pathophysiology of the puerperium.
- Assessment of the main maternal clinical parameters.
- Recognition of the main puerperal complications.
5. Midwifery Care
- Midwifery care for the woman and the newborn in the immediate postpartum period.
- Health education and continuity of care.
- Collaboration within the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Readings/Bibliography
Zanardo V, Paterlini G, a cura di. Fisiologia della nascita. Piccin Nuova Libraria; Padova.
Teaching methods
- Lectures
- Clinical case discussions
Assessment methods
Assessment is based on an oral examination.
The evaluation takes into account:
- knowledge of the module content;
- the ability to apply the knowledge acquired;
- clinical reasoning skills;
- the appropriate use of scientific terminology.
Teaching tools
Teaching materials
Office hours
See the website of Giuliana Simonazzi