Pregnancy

Description

The process related to conception and development of the fetus in the mother`s womb, the symptoms of pregnancy, risks and complications, diseases and timing of childbirth.

Alternative labels

pregnancy characteristics
pregnancy process
development of fetus inside womb
development of fetus
gravidity
pregnancy features
gestation
pregnancy trimesters
conception and pregnancy
conception and development of fetus inside womb

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Pregnancy is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Maternity support worker: Maternity support workers work together in a team with midwives and health professionals within the occupational fields of nursing and midwifery. They assist midwives and women in childbirth by providing the necessary support, care and advice during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period, assist births and assist in providing care for the new-born.
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

Pregnancy 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.

 


 

References

  1. Pregnancy – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022