The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about antepartum care and evaluation. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand the difference between signs and symptoms that may be present in pregnancy
• Facilitate complete prenatal care; communicate effectively the expectations of pregnancy with everyone involved in the care
• Evaluate and assist in treating physical, emotional, economical, cultural and sociological changes that may occur during pregnancy

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about antepartum complications. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand the difference between normal and abnormal signs and symptoms that may be present in pregnancy
• Facilitate complete treatment when complications present
• Communicate effectively the expectations with everyone involved in the care of complicated issues
• Evaluate and assist in treating physical, emotional, economical, cultural and sociological dilemmas while dealing with pregnancy complications

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about ethical and legal perinatal issues. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Recognize medical errors as soon as possible
• View ways of preventing harm or errors that occur with patients
• Create safety guards against system errors, unsafe practitioners and difficult patients

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about family planning. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Know the different modalities available for contraception
• Educate clients on the side effects, risks and benefits of contraceptives
• Examine your own feelings regarding methods of contraceptives
• Assist clients in making the proper decision on family planning and contraceptive use

• To recognize the fertilization process
• Become aware of the different hormones produced for conception and pregnancy
• Distinguish the development between identical twins (monozygotic) and fraternal twins (dizygotic)
• Describe the various stages of growth and development from conception thru birth

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about fetal monitoring. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Understand how fetal monitoring will assist in caring for a fetus prior to delivery
• Learn the newly adopted electronic fetal monitoring definitions by the National Institute of Child and Health Development (NICHD)
• Assess fetal well being and respond in a timely fashion if the fetus is deteriorating
• Learn the different forms of fetal monitory, when and why fetal monitoring is necessary along with the implications associated with fetal monitoring

• Recognize and be able to treat primary and secondary apnea
• Know what constitutes a high risk delivery
• Identify the steps for proper resuscitation
• Understand the Apgar scoring system
• Know the supplies and medications used for resuscitation
• Know the indications for use of a bag and mask and when intubation is necessary

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about obstetric and gynecology perianesthesia care. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Obstetric and gynecology perianesthesia care

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about perinatal complications.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe 4 cardiovascular changes that occur during pregnancy
• List criteria for prophylactic antibiotics during labor
• Describe 3 renal changes that occur during pregnancy
• Describe 4 dermatologic changes that occur during pregnancy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about perinatal complications.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe 4 respiratory changes that occur during pregnancy
• Describe 3 hematologic changes that occur during pregnancy
• Describe seizure management during pregnancy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about perinatal complications.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain management of chorioamnionitis
• Describe the clinical presentation of acute fatty liver disease of pregnancy
• Describe the effects uterine fibroids have on pregnancy
• Explain risks associated with the use of general anesthetics during pregnancy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about perinatal exposure.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Familiarize self with the different risks associated with drug and alcohol exposure during pregnancy
• Educate clients on the side effects and risks of smoking during pregnancy
• Learn the risks associated with common Teratogens during pregnancy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about perinatal intrapartum care. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• List the 4 P’s of Labor
• Describe risks associated with induction of labor
• Describe methods of pain management during labor
• List 4 post-op complications associated with cesarean section

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about postpartum complications. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Explain the postpartum hemmorrhage classification system
• Describe signs and symptoms of common puerperal infections
• Describe the active management of the 3rd stage of labor
• List 5 symptoms of amniotic fluid embolism

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about postpartum period. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Describe the normal postpartum uterine changes
• Describe systematic assessment of an episiotomy
• List hematologic changes which occur postpartum
• List benefits of breastfeeding

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about preconception.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• Understand the biopsychsocial risks of the client, partner and extended family prior to conception
• Recognize issues dealing with conformity and perceptions of all involved in the care
• Facilitate dialogue and care between clients and the multidisciplinary system