Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIRTH PAIN and MANAGEMENT | - | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Gözde KÜĞCÜMEN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Gözde KÜĞCÜMEN |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | While learning the physiology of labour pain to gain information on how to help pregnant women cope with pain |
| Course Content | This course contains; Meeting and sharing content,Birth and history of birth,Physiology of Birth Pain-1,Physiology of Birth Pain-2,Evaluation of Birth Pain,Management of Birth Pain,Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth,Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth 2,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-1,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-2,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-3,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-4,Postpartum period and pain,Postpartum period and pain. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Tell about the history of the birth | 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 37, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Explain the physiology of birth pain | 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 37, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Explain the management of birth pain | 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 37, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 4. Explain non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth | 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 5. Explain the pain and the management of the pain in postpartum period | 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 15: Role Play and Drama Technique, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 20: Reverse Brainstorming Technique, 21: Simulation Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meeting and sharing content | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 2 | Birth and history of birth | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 3 | Physiology of Birth Pain-1 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 4 | Physiology of Birth Pain-2 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 5 | Evaluation of Birth Pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 6 | Management of Birth Pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 7 | Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 8 | Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth 2 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 9 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-1 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 10 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-2 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 11 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-3 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 12 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-4 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 13 | Postpartum period and pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 14 | Postpartum period and pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| Resources |
| AB, E. Physiology of Labor Pain. In: Coal N (Editor). Labor Pain and Management, 1, 24-7. Kömürcü, N. (2013) Birth Pain and Management. Nobel Medical Bookstore Köksal, Ö., & Duran, E. T. (2013). Cultural approach to labor pain. Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Nursing Electronic Journal, 6(3), 144-148. Gülüzar, S. A. D. E., & Özkan, H. (2023). Massage Techniques Used in the Management of Birth Pain. Cumhuriyet University Health Sciences Institute Journal, 8(2), 280-286. YILMAZ, B., & ÖZERDOĞAN, N. (2022). USE OF MEASUREMENT TOOLS SPECIFIC TO THE ASSESSMENT OF BIRTH PAIN. Gynecology-Obstetrics and Neonatology Medical Journal, 19(2), 1326-1330. Mucuk, S., & Başer, M. (2010). SENSUAL STIMULATION METHODS USED TO RELIEVE BIRTH PAIN. Anatolian Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences, 12(3), 61-66. ERKEK, Z. Y., & Pasinlioğlu, T. (2017). An Alternative Method for Labor Pain: Foot Reflexology. Hacettepe University Faculty of Nursing Journal, 4(1), 53-61. |
| Kömürcü, N. (2013) Birth Pain and Management. Nobel Medical Bookstore |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Have the ability to use the scientific information to access, to follow, to evaluate and to apply the current literature in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Have the ability to use the theoretical and practical information with a holistic approach for society’s wealth and health in accordance with scientific developments in the field of health and midwifery. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Define risky cases by using the knowledge and skills she has got in the field of midwifery and develop the evidence-based solutions. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Skillfully use the approaches in the intradisciplines and interdisciplines as a member of the health team. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Function the adequate information about the regulations of midwifery practices. | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Have the projection ability to practice the acquired theoretical knowledge in the field of midwifery in clinics under the observations of professional trainers. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Skillfully use the scientific principles and methods in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Actively use the advanced technology in the midwifery practices by doing the scientific research in accordance with the current health policies. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Describe the public’s physical, mental and socio-cultural characteristics. | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Provide the necessary services to the women, the newborn, family and the public during preconception, pregnancy, birth process and postpartum period. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Make necessary birth control consultancy in order to improve maternal and child health. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Capable of conducting normal births in her own responsibility. | X | |||||
| 13 | PQ-13. Closely follow and evaluate the national and international professional developments in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 14 | PQ-14. Record and document all professional activities and applications. | X | |||||
| 15 | PQ-15. Clearly show signs of adoption of life-long learning and openness to further development. | X | |||||
| 16 | PQ-16. Communicate effectively by evaluating the human’s psycho-social aspects. | X | |||||
| 17 | PQ-17. Proficient in English to follow the current knowledge in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 18 | PQ-18. Closely follow and evaluate the national and international professional developments in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 19 | PQ-19. Function in accordance with legislation and common law affecting midwifery practices. | X | |||||
| 20 | PQ-20. Base midwifery practices on ethical decision making. | X | |||||
| 21 | PQ-21. Familiar with and actively pursue the personal and public health, environmental, and work safety issues. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 53 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(53/30) | 2 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIRTH PAIN and MANAGEMENT | - | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Gözde KÜĞCÜMEN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Gözde KÜĞCÜMEN |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | While learning the physiology of labour pain to gain information on how to help pregnant women cope with pain |
| Course Content | This course contains; Meeting and sharing content,Birth and history of birth,Physiology of Birth Pain-1,Physiology of Birth Pain-2,Evaluation of Birth Pain,Management of Birth Pain,Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth,Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth 2,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-1,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-2,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-3,Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-4,Postpartum period and pain,Postpartum period and pain. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Tell about the history of the birth | 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 37, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Explain the physiology of birth pain | 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 37, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Explain the management of birth pain | 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 37, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 4. Explain non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth | 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| 5. Explain the pain and the management of the pain in postpartum period | 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 15: Role Play and Drama Technique, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 18: Micro Teaching Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 20: Reverse Brainstorming Technique, 21: Simulation Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meeting and sharing content | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 2 | Birth and history of birth | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 3 | Physiology of Birth Pain-1 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 4 | Physiology of Birth Pain-2 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 5 | Evaluation of Birth Pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 6 | Management of Birth Pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 7 | Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 8 | Pharmacological methods of pain control at birth 2 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 9 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-1 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 10 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-2 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 11 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-3 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 12 | Non-pharmacological methods of pain control at birth-4 | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 13 | Postpartum period and pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| 14 | Postpartum period and pain | Preperation for the releated subject from the sources offered. |
| Resources |
| AB, E. Physiology of Labor Pain. In: Coal N (Editor). Labor Pain and Management, 1, 24-7. Kömürcü, N. (2013) Birth Pain and Management. Nobel Medical Bookstore Köksal, Ö., & Duran, E. T. (2013). Cultural approach to labor pain. Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Nursing Electronic Journal, 6(3), 144-148. Gülüzar, S. A. D. E., & Özkan, H. (2023). Massage Techniques Used in the Management of Birth Pain. Cumhuriyet University Health Sciences Institute Journal, 8(2), 280-286. YILMAZ, B., & ÖZERDOĞAN, N. (2022). USE OF MEASUREMENT TOOLS SPECIFIC TO THE ASSESSMENT OF BIRTH PAIN. Gynecology-Obstetrics and Neonatology Medical Journal, 19(2), 1326-1330. Mucuk, S., & Başer, M. (2010). SENSUAL STIMULATION METHODS USED TO RELIEVE BIRTH PAIN. Anatolian Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences, 12(3), 61-66. ERKEK, Z. Y., & Pasinlioğlu, T. (2017). An Alternative Method for Labor Pain: Foot Reflexology. Hacettepe University Faculty of Nursing Journal, 4(1), 53-61. |
| Kömürcü, N. (2013) Birth Pain and Management. Nobel Medical Bookstore |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Have the ability to use the scientific information to access, to follow, to evaluate and to apply the current literature in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Have the ability to use the theoretical and practical information with a holistic approach for society’s wealth and health in accordance with scientific developments in the field of health and midwifery. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Define risky cases by using the knowledge and skills she has got in the field of midwifery and develop the evidence-based solutions. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Skillfully use the approaches in the intradisciplines and interdisciplines as a member of the health team. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Function the adequate information about the regulations of midwifery practices. | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Have the projection ability to practice the acquired theoretical knowledge in the field of midwifery in clinics under the observations of professional trainers. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Skillfully use the scientific principles and methods in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Actively use the advanced technology in the midwifery practices by doing the scientific research in accordance with the current health policies. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Describe the public’s physical, mental and socio-cultural characteristics. | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Provide the necessary services to the women, the newborn, family and the public during preconception, pregnancy, birth process and postpartum period. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Make necessary birth control consultancy in order to improve maternal and child health. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Capable of conducting normal births in her own responsibility. | X | |||||
| 13 | PQ-13. Closely follow and evaluate the national and international professional developments in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 14 | PQ-14. Record and document all professional activities and applications. | X | |||||
| 15 | PQ-15. Clearly show signs of adoption of life-long learning and openness to further development. | X | |||||
| 16 | PQ-16. Communicate effectively by evaluating the human’s psycho-social aspects. | X | |||||
| 17 | PQ-17. Proficient in English to follow the current knowledge in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 18 | PQ-18. Closely follow and evaluate the national and international professional developments in the field of midwifery. | X | |||||
| 19 | PQ-19. Function in accordance with legislation and common law affecting midwifery practices. | X | |||||
| 20 | PQ-20. Base midwifery practices on ethical decision making. | X | |||||
| 21 | PQ-21. Familiar with and actively pursue the personal and public health, environmental, and work safety issues. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |