Clinical Surgical Training Center

Background and Rationale:

Obstetric emergencies remain a leading cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Timely recognition, effective decision-making, and coordinated multidisciplinary interventions are essential to ensure optimal outcomes. Nurses and midwives are often the first responders in obstetric emergencies and play a pivotal role in early detection, stabilization, and escalation of care.

This training program is designed to strengthen clinical competence, confidence, and teamwork skills among nurses and midwives through evidence-based knowledge, hands-on skills training, and simulation-based learning aligned with international maternal safety standards.

Course Fess: AED 875+ 5% Vat

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Target Audience
- Registered Nurses working in:
- Labor and Delivery Units
- Antenatal and Postnatal Wards
- Emergency Departments
- Registered Midwives
- Senior Nursing Officers / Charge Midwives
- New graduate nurses assigned to maternity services

Program Aim
To enhance the knowledge, clinical skills, and decision-making abilities of nurses and midwives in the early recognition, prompt management, and effective team response to obstetric emergencies.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the training program, participants will be able to:
• Identify early warning signs and risk factors of common obstetric emergencies.
• Demonstrate evidence-based management of maternal and fetal emergencies.
• Perform critical emergency interventions safely and effectively.
• Apply standardized protocols and clinical guidelines in obstetric emergencies.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively within the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate leadership and situational awareness during emergency scenarios.
• Reflect on practice to improve maternal and neonatal safety outcomes.

Program Duration:
Total Duration: 2 days (16 hours)
Day 1: 8 hours (Theory + Skills stations)
Day 2: 8 hours (Simulation-based training + assessment)

Training Methodology:
• Interactive lectures
• Case-based discussions
• Skills demonstration and return demonstration
• High-fidelity simulation and role-play
• Group work and debriefing sessions
• Pre- and post-training assessments

Training Topics:

Module 1: Foundations of Obstetric Emergency Care
• Overview of obstetric emergencies
• Maternal Early Warning Signs (MEWS)
• Risk assessment and triage in obstetrics
• Legal and ethical considerations

Module 2: Major Obstetric Emergencies
• Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH)
• Shoulder Dystocia
• Uterine Rupture
• Cord Prolapse
• Amniotic Fluid Embolism

Module 3: Neonatal Emergencies
• Neonatal resuscitation basics

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Pre- and post-knowledge assessment
• Skills competency checklists
• Simulation performance evaluation
• Participant feedback survey
• Reflective learning summary

Expected Outcomes:
• Improved clinical competence and confidence
• Enhanced teamwork and communication
• Reduced response time during obstetric emergencies
• Improved maternal and neonatal safety outcomes
• Standardization of emergency response practices

Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a
Certificate of Completion in Obstetric Emergency Management, eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.

Faculties:
Dr. Vidya Seshan
Associate professor
Department of Nursing
College of Health Sciences
University of Sharjah
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates