Perineal Sulturing  CPD

Perineal suturing is an integral part of the midwives role and midwives are increasingly required to exercise more confidence in their role as members of the multidisciplinary team contributing to continuity of care to the women. 

Course Information

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Thursday 28 June 2012 The short course is run over one whole day. Contact CPD admissions for the latest information. NMS040 Apply Now

Eligibility

  • You must be a qualified nurse or midwife either in the UK or overseas.

Work/Clinical Placement Requirements

The module requires you to be:

  • Working in a suitable practice area.

What will I learn?

The short course will enable you to:

  • Define perineal tear and identify ways of preventing them during the ante and intrapartum period
  • Recognise when and how to suture a perineal tear and episiotomy after delivery
  • Consider the morbidity women undergo following perineal tear
  • Understand the relevant anatomy and physiology of the pelvic floor
  • Manage labour with skills appropriate to the minimisation of perineal tears
  • Assess the degree of perineal tear and distinguish between 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th degree tears
  • Consider appropriate analgesia
  • Select appropriate suture material
  • Conduct various suturing techniques of the perineum.

Teaching and Assessment

Mode of delivery
Teaching methods include both taught and practical sessions.

Assessment
Assessment for the short course consists of an observed proficiency.

Funding

Funding is available through trusts.

Application Deadline:

Booking form for Trusts who hold educational contracts with City

Application form and payment details for self funding, employer funded and non NHS London Trust sponsored students

Further Information

CPD Admissions
School of Health Sciences
City University London
Health Building, Northampton Square
London
EC1V 0HB
United Kingdom

T: +44 (0)20 7040 5828
F: +44 (0)20 7040 5808
E: healthpostgrad@city.ac.uk