This course has expired. View available courses.
English
An update: Assessing key micronutrient needs of women in Australia in preconception and pregnancy – QI&CPD – Category 2
DURATION
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
4
ACCREDITATION
EXPIRY DATE
2017-11-28
Learning objectives
After participating in this program, GPs will be better able to:
- Review the influence of micronutrient status in pregnancy on maternal and foetal health.
- Recall the specific key micronutrient needs of pregnant and breast-feeding women in Australia.
- Recall Australian guidelines on iron supplementation in pregnancy, and apply these to pregnant patients with iron sufficiency or low iron.
- Recommend supplements that meet the needs of their patients and are in line with Australian guidelines and emerging evidence.