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Women’s health care by a nurse midwife is an ancient concept that has moved with the times. The word midwife means literally with woman, and this describes the unique care pro-' vided by these health care providers.
Today's certified nurse midwife (CNM) is a registered nurse who has completed advanced studies in women’s health care and midwifery and passed a certification examination. A CNM is a skilled health care professional who provides primary health care to women. This care includes evaluation, assessment, treatment, and referral to a specialist if required'.
Nurse midwives arc specialists in normal pregnancy and birth care. They believe that pregnancy and childbirth are
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