The International Confederation of Midwives believes that a woman who has had an abortion, whether spontaneous or induced, has the same need for care as a women who has given birth. In keeping with this belief the midwife should:
·
consider such care to be within her role
·
provide any immediate care necessary following
abortion
·
appropriately refer the woman for any further
treatment that may be required and which is beyond limits of her practice
·
provide education concerning the woman's future
health, this education to include Family Planning
· recognise the emotional, psychological and social support which may be needed by the woman and respond appropriately
Adopted by the International
Confederation of Midwives Council,
Date for
Review: 2005