Female reproductive system pathology

Description

The diseases of the female reproductive system, such as ovary, vulva and vaginal cancers, pelvic inflammatory disease, ovarian cysts and diseases of the placenta.

Alternative labels

diseases of the female reproductive system
pathology of the female reproductive system
gynecological and obstetrical pathology
gynaecological and obstetrical pathology
female reproductive system’s pathology

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Female reproductive system pathology is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Midwife: Midwives assist women in childbirth by providing the necessary support, care and advice during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period, conduct births and provide care for the new-born. They advise on health, preventive measures, preparation for parenthood, detection of complications in mother and child, accessing of medical care, promoting normal birth and carrying out emergency measures.

Optional knowledge

Female reproductive system pathology is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Auxiliary nursing and midwifery vocational teacher: Auxiliary nursing and midwifery vocational teachers instruct students in their specialised field of study, auxiliary nursing and midwifery, which is predominantly practical in nature. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques the students must subsequently master. Auxiliary nursing and midwifery vocational teachers monitor the students’ progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance on the subject of auxiliary nursing and midwifery through assignments, tests and examinations.

 


 

References

  1. Female reproductive system pathology – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022