LECTURE 1: PART 1

Involves the care of women and family throughout pregnancy and childbirth and the health promotion and illness care of women, children and families.

Care of women during childbirth

Derived from the Greek word Obstare (to keep watch)

Refers to the child

Came from the Greek word pais meaning child

Assessment includes the family and each member. The nurses see the family as a whole and as a partner in the care of the mother and child.

The health of the family is affected and influenced by the health of the community.

A means that increases critical knowledge. The care given is based on the product of research.

for nurses and a major factor in keeping families well and optimally functioning. Nurses' roles are dynamic and evolving.

Focuses on helping children and their families and communities achieve their optimum health potentials.