Curriculum Objective
Objective
Global Objectives
Upon completion of this problem, students should be able to identify maternal complications of pregnancy with an emphasis on hypertension, and describe resuscitative measures used in hypertensive emergencies (eclampsia). Students should be able to describe the significance of neonatal hypoglycemia and explain the principles surrounding newborn screening for inborn errors of metabolism.

Curriculum Block

Part 5 / Integration Foundation / Maternal Health Risks/Aging-Related Care
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Basic Sciences
Reproduction Adverse effects
Curriculum Block
Part 5 Integration Foundation Maternal Health Risks/Aging-Related Care
Curriculum Week
IF
Discipline
Obstetrics and Gynecology
MCC Presentations
Prenatal Care Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
McMaster Program Competencies
1.1 Gather essential and accurate information about patients and their health through history-taking, physical examination, and the use of laboratory data, imaging, and other tests. 6.1 Understand the systems of healthcare, including federal, provincial, municipal and local, and the influences they have on the health of individuals and populations 2.2 Apply biomedical scientific principles fundamental to health care for patients and populations. 1.3 Interpret laboratory data, imaging studies, and other tests required for the area of practice 2.3 Apply principles of clinical sciences to diagnostic and therapeutic decision-making, clinical problem-solving, and other aspects of evidence-based healthcare 1.4 Make informed decision about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence, and clinical judgment 1.5 Develop and carry out patient management plans 6.6 Coordinate patient care within the health care system relevant to a variety of clinical specialties 1.8 Provide appropriate referral of patients including ensuring continuity of care throughout transitions between providers or settings, and following up on patient progress and outcomes
MeSH
Pregnancy Trimester, Third [G08.686.707.520] Pregnancy, High-Risk [G08.686.784.769.500] Pregnancy Complications [C13.703]

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