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    Field geographies

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    Philosophy section,A decade of innovative Geography (Article 689).Epistemological discourses such as those that have emerged from women’s studies (particularly feminism) and development studies have, however, shown geographers that there is a need to challenge the power assumptions embedded in the whole process of research, including methodological choices that can include or exclude. By tracing these discourses and using examples from these two disciplines, this article demonstrates how contemporary geography has taken on board some of the new methodological approaches that have thus transpired. In turn, this has enriched geographical enquiry, which is now, much as the subject itself, seen as a social construct requiring critical reflection and challenge

    Ectopic pregnancy – the midwife’s role in the community

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    Ectopic pregnancy (EP) is estimated to occur in one out of 80 women.1 Midwives and nurses are often the first port of call for a woman and therefore the importance of understanding the signs of symptoms of EP to ensure prompt referral and accurate advice is essential.2,3 This article will discuss signs and symptoms and discuss best practice guidance (CG154) from the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE).4Peer reviewe
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