00.01 OB Course Introduction

The OB (Obstetrics) Course breaks down the most important things you need to know to care for a client before, during, and after pregnancy.  Every aspect is broken down into manageable chunks to eliminate confusion and overwhelm. We help you understand what common risks and complications are, how the baby grows and develops, and how to assess both mom and baby after the baby is born.  We even talk about medications that are commonly given during pregnancy. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to…

1. Discuss the most important nursing considerations for a pregnant patient in the prenatal period.
2. Discuss the most important nursing considerations for a pregnant patient during labor and delivery.
3. Discuss the most important nursing considerations for a pregnant patient in the postpartum period.
4. Discuss the most important nursing considerations for a patient who experiences complications during pregnancy, labor and delivery, or postpartum.
5. Discuss the most important nursing considerations during fetal development and for a newborn.
6. Discuss the indications and nursing considerations for the most common medication classes used during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum.