Learning objectives
- Learn how to take a relevant history, assess eligibility, gain consent, and identify contraindications and need for further support
- Gain an understanding of how to be respectful, facilitate trust and counteract abortion-related stigma
- Understand contraceptive methods to be used after an abortion, the drug regimens used in medical abortion and their mechanisms of action
- Be able to confidently advise patients about undergoing a medical abortion at home, including how to confirm an abortion is complete
- Learn about cervical preparation and the different surgical techniques used in abortion (MVA/EVA, dilatation and evacuation)
- Explain when abortion due to medical reasons is required and the methods used
- Describe when patients should seek medical attention after a medical or surgical abortion and how to manage post-abortion complications
Who should attend
- All Clinicians in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- GPs
- Midwives
- Nurses
- Allied Health Care Professionals
- Physician associates
- Students
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