Dr. Hughey
These are the 28 Learning Objectives for this Introductory OBGYN simulation.
- Antepartum Care
Antepartum care promotes patient education and provides on going risk assessment and development of an individualized patient management plan. - Intrapartum Care
Understanding the process of normal labor and delivery allows optimal care and reassurance for the parturient and timely recognition of abnormal events. - Postpartum Care
Knowledge of normal postpartum events allows appropriate care, reassurance, and early recognition of abnormal events. - Lactation
Knowledge of the physiology and function of the breast during lactation allows appropriate counseling to the pregnant and postpartum woman. - Abnormal Labor
Labor is expected to progress in an orderly and predictable manner. Careful observation of the mother and fetus during labor will allow early detection of abnormalities so that management can be directed to optimize outcome. - Preterm Labor
Prematurity is the most common cause fo neonatal mortality and morbidity. The reduction of preterm births remains an important goal in obstetric care. Understanding the causes and recognizing the symptoms of preterm labor provides the basis for management decisions. - Premature Rupture of Membranes
Rupture of the membranes prior to labor is a problem for both term and preterm pregnancies. Careful evaluation of this condition may improve fetal and maternal outcome. - Preeclampsia-eclampsia Syndrome
Preeclampsia-eclampsia syndrome accounts for significant morbidity and mortality in both the mother and newborn. - Spontaneous Abortion
Bleeding is common in early pregnancy. A logical approach to its evaluation may not only affect the outcome of the pregnancy, but also will help to reassure the patient. - Third Trimester Bleeding
Bleeding in the third trimester requires immediate patient evaluation. Thoughtful, prompt evaluation and management is necessary to reduce the threat to the lives of the mother and fetus. - Pap Smear and Cultures
The Pap smear is one of many screening methods used in medicine. Proper technique in performing the Pap smear and obtaining specimens for microbiologic culture will improve accuracy. - Contraception
An understanding of the medical and personal issues involved in decisions regarding contraceptive methods is necessary to adequately advise patients requesting contraception. - Sterilization
In the process of deciding whether to have a sterilization procedure, men and women often seek the advice of their physicians. Providing accurate information will allow patients to make an informed decision regarding this elective surgery. - Abortion
Induced abortion is a reproductive option considered by some patients. Regardless of one’s personal views, the practitioner should be aware of the techniques, management, and complications of induced abortions. - Sexually Transmitted Disease
To prevent sexually transmitted diseases and minimize their impact on health, the physician should understand their basic epidemiology, diagnosis and management. - Salpingitis
The potential impact of acute or chronic salpingitis is significant. Early recognition and optimal management may help prevent the long-term sequelae of tubal disease. - Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a common problem of women of reproductive age, which may result in pelvic pain, infertility and menstrual dysfunction. - Normal and Abnormal Bleeding
The occurrence of bleeding at times other than expected menses is a common event. Accurate diagnosis of abnormal uterine bleeding is necessary for appropriate management. - Uterine Leiomyomas
Uterine leiomyomas represent the most common gynecologic neoplasm and are often asymptomatic. - Ectopic Pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy is a leading cause of maternal morbidity and mortality in the Unites States. Early diagnosis and management may not only save lives, but may also preserve future fertility. - Disorders of the Breast
Every physician should understand the basic approach to evaluating the common symptoms associated with the breast. - Cervical Disease and Neoplasia
Detection and treatment of preinvasive lesions reduces the medical and social costs of, as well as the mortality associated with, carcinoma of the cervix. - Endometrial Carcinoma
Endometrial carcinoma is the most common gynecologic malignancy. - Ovarian Neoplasms
Adnexal masses are a common finding in both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients. Management is based on determining the origin and character of these masses. - Sexual Assault
Individuals who are the victims of sexual assault often have significant physical and emotional sequelae. - Domestic Violence
Domestic violence affects a significant proportion of the U.S. population in all economic classes and walks of life. All physicians should screen for the presence of domestic violence. - Climacteric
Women spend as much as one-third of their lives in the postmenopausal years. Understanding the physical and emotional changes caused by estrogen depletion is important for all physicians who provide health care for women. - Technical Skills
Certain technical skills are essential for the provision of women’s health care.
