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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Primary Under Supervision (PUS) Student Midwife?
A PUS student midwife is at an advanced stage of their apprenticeship.
They are accepting their own midwifery clients under the supervision of an experienced, senior midwife.
What are the responsibilities of the PUS Student Midwife?
During this phase, the student must be able to act as the primary care provider for clients.
However, the preceptor (supervising midwife) remains responsible for the client's overall care.
PUS student midwife gains practical experience by providing comprehensive midwifery care under the watchful guidance of an experienced mentor. This is a crucial step toward becoming skilled and competent midwives.
What education has a PUS student midwife undergone?
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