Obstetrics & Gynaecology Practical Scenario Modules is an online course developed by the Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists for doctors in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The course consists of seven online learning modules.
Each module focuses on a different practical scenario and is designed to develop your ability to diagnose and manage obstetric emergencies.
This module covers sepsis in pregnancy and the puerperium.
Studies have highlighted that if the criteria used outside pregnancy are used in a pregnant population cases of chorioamnionitis and sepsis may be missed.
On completion of this course, you will be able to
- Define sepsis
- Understand the difference between sepsis in a non-pregnant and pregnant patient
- Recognise and manage sepsis in a pregnant patient
- Understand how to use the Irish maternity early warning system (IMEWS)
The other Practical Scenario Modules in this series are
- Fetal Monitoring
- Shoulder Dystocia
- Perineal Suturing
- Pre Eclampsia and Eclampsia
- Major Obstetric Haemorrhage
- Maternal Collapse
Modules can be taken individually or as a complete course.
The full seven-module Obstetrics & Gynaecology Practical Scenario Modules course is mandatory for BST O&G Training Scheme.
When you book this course it will be available to you in our elearning environment RCPI Brightspace for 12 months.
