Adaptation in Obstetrics

Research Paper # 99296

Medical and Health
Medical and Health > Nursing
Women Studies

An in-depth look at the implications of adaptation in maternal care.

2,498 words () | 6 sources | MLA | 2007 United States

Paper Summary:

The paper explores the different facets of adaptation from the perspective of the expectant mother, environment and the nurse. The paper provides a detailed definition of adaptation and explains that adaptation eventually results in the net improvement of the maternal health of women and their ability to adjust more readily to the challenges of pregnancy. The paper provides case studies that illustrate the role of adaptation in overall maternal health.

Outline:
Concept Overview
Definition
Antecedents
Defining characteristics
Consequences
Contrary Case
Related Case
Borderline Case
Social Context
Underlying Anxiety
Practical Results
Results in Language

From the Paper:

"Adaptation can be thought of generally as a transition from a previous state to a more suitable state. It often means dealing with a loss of many liberties along with the security of these liberties as well while simultaneously taking up new and unfamiliar responsibilities. In health care, it is a complex concept which can encompass many elements: the health care provider, the hospital or patient environment, the patient's circle of family and friends or most especially, the patient in any number of combinations. This is an important concept to analyze because of the implications in maternal care. This is often a time for life-changing, permanent adjustments in lifestyle, career and personal goals, relationships with one's partner, immediate family and household members (Williams, 1995). By delving into what the concept of adaptation encompasses, this paper endeavors to enable maternal patients and their families to faster embrace the inevitable role of either becoming a parent, transition from being a daughter to a mother, or from parent to grandparent."

Sample of Sources Used:

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