Abstract
Problem
Complex physiological processes are often difficult for midwifery students to comprehend
when using traditional teaching and learning approaches. Online resources for midwifery
education are limited.
Background
Face to face instructional workshops using simulation have had some impact on improving
understanding. However, in the 21st century new technologies offer the opportunity
to provide alternative learning approaches. Virtual and artificial realities have
been shown to increase confidence in decision making during clinical practice.
Aim
Explore the impact of using three-dimensional (3D) visualisation in midwifery education,
on student’s application, when educating women about the birth of the placenta, and
membranes.
Methods
Face to face individual interviews were performed, to collect deep, meaningful experiences
of students, learning about the third stage of labour.
Findings
Prior clinical experiences impacted on student’s ability to articulate how they would
discuss birth of the placenta and membranes, and the process of haemostasis with women.
Discussion
The narrative findings of this pilot study identified ways that students traditionally
learn midwifery, through theory, and clinical practice. Interview narratives illustrated
how midwifery students who had previous experiences of witnessing birth, had superior
ability to discuss the third stage of labour with women. While students with limited
birth experiences, found the 3DMVR assisted them in their understanding of the physiology
of the third stage of labour.
Conclusion
In an environment of increasing technological advances, clinical placements remain
an essential component of midwifery education.
Keywords
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Article info
Publication history
Published online: April 28, 2022
Accepted:
April 11,
2022
Received in revised form:
March 31,
2022
Received:
October 31,
2021
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