Find the underpinning research on which the guideline is based. Critically appraise the underpinning research, comparing with other contemporaneous research.

You will use this to demonstrate how you would provide research-informed, holistic midwifery care for women whose care would be influenced by this guideline.

Draw a conclusion around the relevance of the guideline in light of your appraisal of the contemporary evidence you have explored.

Outcomes assessed

1.1 Apply underlying threshold concepts to the context of midwifery practice. Make sound judgments in accordance with theories and concepts relevant to midwifery practice.

2.2 Interpret and analyse midwifery clinical situations on the basis of sound knowledge of physiological concepts and research informed evidence base of midwifery practice.

2.3 Practise safely as lead carer (with indirect supervision) in normal labour & contribute to multi-disciplinary team working to meet the NMC ESC for entry to the register for intrapartum care –

Submit your assignment for assessment to Canvas.

You will include a copy of the guideline as an appendix to your assignment.