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Keeping the shining roads open: intuition in midwifery practice
The Practising Midwife
|December 17, 2015
Summary
Midwives often rely on intuition, or
Area of Science:
- Midwifery
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Professional Intuition
Background:
- Intuition in midwifery is a long-standing topic, viewed as both hindering and aiding clinical practice.
- Some argue that intuitive knowledge lacks an evidence base, potentially undermining clinical decision-making.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role and perception of intuitive ability within the midwifery profession.
- To investigate the extent to which midwives utilize intuitive insights in their clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research exploring midwives' experiences with intuition.
- Analysis of professional discourse surrounding intuitive versus evidence-based practice.
Main Results:
- Despite skepticism, research indicates midwives frequently depend on intuitive insights.
- Intuitive judgments form the basis for actions in clinical settings.
Conclusions:
- Intuition plays a significant, albeit debated, role in midwifery practice.
- Further research is needed to reconcile intuitive practice with evidence-based guidelines.
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