Vol. 1, Issue 1, Part A (2024)

Obstetric emergencies represent critical situations that demand rapid recognition and skilled intervention to prevent maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. As frontline caregivers, nurses must demonstrate advanced clinical competency in such scenarios. This study investigates the competency of final-year nursing students in managing obstetric emergencies, evaluating their knowledge, clinical skills, and decision-making capabilities. Using a cross-sectional design, 150 final-year students from three nursing colleges were assessed using objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs), simulation-based scenarios, and knowledge-based questionnaires. The findings reveal significant competency gaps in areas like postpartum hemorrhage, eclampsia, and shoulder dystocia management. This paper emphasizes the urgent need for curriculum enhancement, more hands-on training, and early exposure to emergency obstetric care for nursing students before graduation.