1. RA 7392 - Philippine Midwifery Act of 1992 📜

Qualifications for Registration

Filipino citizen
Good moral character
Graduate of midwifery course (CHED-accredited)
Pass the licensure examination

Scope of Practice

Prenatal care and health education
Normal delivery and immediate newborn care
Postnatal/postpartum care
Family planning counseling
Referral to physician for complications

Prohibited Acts

Practice without valid license
Use of false credentials
Gross negligence or incompetence
Practicing beyond scope (e.g., cesarean section)

2. Ethical Principles in Midwifery ⚖️

Autonomy

Respect patient's right to make informed decisions about their care.

Beneficence

Act in the best interest of the patient. Do good.

Non-maleficence

"First, do no harm." Avoid causing injury or harm.

Justice

Fair distribution of resources and care. Treat all patients equally.

Confidentiality

Protect patient information. Share only with consent or legal requirement.

Veracity

Tell the truth. Honest communication with patients and families.

3. Documentation and Record Keeping 📝

Importance of Documentation

Legal protection for both patient and midwife
Continuity of care
Quality assurance and research
"If it's not documented, it wasn't done"

Essential Records

Prenatal record (Mother-Baby book)
Partograph (labor monitoring chart)
Delivery record
Newborn assessment and APGAR
Postpartum monitoring

4. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) 📚

CPD Requirements (RA 10912)

Required for license renewal
Minimum CPD units per compliance period
Seminars, trainings, self-directed learning
Documentation of CPD activities

Professional Organizations

Philippine Midwives Association (PMA)
International Confederation of Midwives (ICM)
Networking and advocacy

💡 Board Exam Tips - Professional Growth

✓ Know RA 7392 - scope of practice and prohibited acts
✓ Ethics: Autonomy, Beneficence, Non-maleficence, Justice, Confidentiality, Veracity
✓ Always refer complications to a physician - know your limits!

Professional Growth