Introducing educational theory: vaginal examination
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Killingley, J. 2015. Introducing educational theory: vaginal examination. The Practising Midwife. 18 (8), pp. 27-29.
Type | Article |
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Title | Introducing educational theory: vaginal examination |
Authors | Killingley, J. |
Abstract | A vaginal examination (VE) is one of many core skills used in midwifery practice. Despite the controversy of whether it is necessary in all situations, in this article I take the standpoint that it is useful in providing a full clinical picture, especially at times when closer monitoring is recommended. Additionally, if the core skill is misinterpreted, the findings of the VE can distort the true clinical picture. To support the student, subjective assessment and individual learning pathways must be addressed to |
Keywords | Vaginal examination, student midwife, assessment, education tool |
Journal | The Practising Midwife |
ISSN | 1461-3123 |
Publication dates | |
01 Sep 2015 | |
Publication process dates | |
Deposited | 18 Sep 2015 |
Accepted | 11 Feb 2015 |
Output status | Published |
Publisher's version | |
Web address (URL) | http://www.ingentaconnect.com/contentone/mesl/tpm/2015/00000018/00000008/art00010 |
Language | English |
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