Advanced Nursing Practice or the Master of Health Studies degree. In this course, students acquire the knowledge and skills to provide extended health services to low-risk pregnant women, including diagnosis of pregnancy, wellness counselling and anticipatory guidance, diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses of pregnant women, assistance at uncomplicated deliveries, and referral of women experiencing complications in pregnancy. In addition, students explore the primary health care principle of accessibility and the community development principle of connective processes. Students complete a practicum experience in a physician preceptor's office, providing extended health services to women experiencing an uncomplicated pregnancy.
Students also continue a community assessment which was initiated in the prerequisite course.
Students are expected to connect to an Internet Service Provider at their own expense. Course work includes participation in electronic mail, computer conferencing, and exploration of World Wide Web sites. In addition to these written assignments, students must achieve satisfactory performance in their practicum experiences. Myles textbook for midwives . Therapeutic choices .