Professional Ethics and Scope of Practice Flashcards
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Which organization is one of the most widely recognized for birth doula certification in the US?
Answer: DONA International
DONA International (Doulas of North America) is one of the most widely recognized certifying organizations for birth and postpartum doulas in the United States.
What is the purpose of continuing education for certified doulas?
Answer: To stay current with evidence-based practices and maintain certification
Continuing education keeps doulas updated on current research, best practices, and evolving standards, and is required to maintain certification status.
What is self-care in the context of sustainable doula practice?
Answer: Practices a doula uses to maintain physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing
Doula self-care involves intentional practices to prevent burnout, compassion fatigue, and maintain the resilience needed for high-intensity birth support work.
What is vicarious trauma in doula work?
Answer: Emotional and psychological impact from witnessing clients' traumatic birth experiences
Vicarious trauma is the emotional and psychological impact doulas may experience from repeated exposure to their clients' traumatic birth experiences.
What is a doula's obligation when a client is in a life-threatening emergency?
Answer: Call 911 and alert the medical care team immediately
In a life-threatening emergency, the doula must immediately call emergency services and alert medical personnel—client safety takes absolute precedence.
How should doulas market their services ethically?
Answer: Accurately represent training, services, and fees without making medical promises
Ethical doula marketing honestly represents qualifications, services, and fees, avoids promising specific outcomes, and respects client confidentiality in testimonials.