As Described in the Scope of Practice,midwives

question 4

Multiple Choice

As described in the scope of practice,midwives:

• A)work in partnership with women,independently and in collaboration with other health care practitioners.
• B)work in partnership with women and provide midwifery care exclusive from other health care practitioners.
• C)work only in a hospital setting to provide care for women under the guidance of medical practitioners.
• D)work in partnership with other health care providers to determine what is best for the woman.

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Definitions:

Gases Exchange

The biological process through which gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide are transferred between organisms and their environment.

Breathing

The process of inhaling and exhaling air to facilitate gas exchange within the lungs.

Vocal Cords

Folded membranes in the larynx that vibrate to produce sounds when air is expelled from the lungs.

Larynx

Cartilaginous organ located between the pharynx and the trachea; in humans, contains the vocal cords; sometimes called the voice box.