Learning objectives
- Outline current UK law and professional guidance on abortion and conscientious objection
- Take a relevant history, assess eligibility, gain consent, identify contraindications and need for further support
- Describe how to be respectful, facilitate trust and counteract abortion-related stigma
- Describe the contraceptive methods that can be used after an abortion
- State the drug regimens used in medical abortion and their mechanisms of action
- Outline the advice patients’ need when undergoing a medical abortion at home, including how to confirm abortion is complete and when to seek medical attention
- Describe cervical preparation and the different surgical techniques used in abortion (MVA/EVA, Dilatation and Evacuation)
- Explain when feticide is required, and the methods used
- Assess and manage a patient with post-abortion complications
Who should attend
- All Clinicians in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- SAS and LE Doctors
- Community Sexual and Reproductive Health trainees
- Gynaecology Nurses
- GP Practice Nurses / GP Trainees
- Healthcare providers with an interest in abortion care
- Medical Students
- Midwives / Midwifery Students
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