Surgical reconstitution of the perineum after delivery: a qualitative study of a pedagogical practice.

Unlabelled: A pedagogical activity with Master's Degree and Postgraduate students in Maternal Health and Obstetrics Nursing is described, applying principles of simulated practice in perineal suturing after delivery. This procedure causes a lot of insecurity and generates great anxiety in the students, when they start the internship in a delivery room.

Objectives: to develop the psychomotor skills in students for perineal surgical reconstruction; increase students' self-confidence to perform the procedure.