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Examination of the Pregnant Abdomen

Cynthia Smeding
In this hands-on workshop, students will have the opportunity to practise examining a pregnant abdomen on a mannequin. Participants will acquire the following practical skills:  determining fetal lie and presentation (Leopold maneuvers)  measuring symphysio-fundal height  estimating amniotic fluid volume & polyhydramnios/oligoamnios  how to determine fetal engagement  how to auscultate & evaluate the fetal heart rate In addition, participants will gain an insight into the physical changes that take place during pregnancy. Prior to concluding the workshop, participants will be required to demonstrate their skills on the mannequin in addition to answering a theoretical question. Participants will receive certificates detailing the practical skills they acquired at the end of the workshop. Order of events: 1. Theoretical Powerpoint Presentation regarding all maneuvers that will be taught 2. Instructor demonstration of maneuvers on the mannequin 3. Each participant will try the maneuvers on the mannequin individually supervised by the instructor, while the other participants will watch 4. Practice time on the second mannequin with the other participants 5. The examination will comprise a practical part in which participants will demonstrate the one or more skills they acquired on the mannequin and a theoretical part in which each student will pick up an index card with a question and answer it. 6. Distribution of Certificates 20 students from the English Division from all academic years are invited to partake in this workshop. WUM Centrum Biblioteczne Informacyjne, sala 122