92392 Midwifery in Complex Situations
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Credit points: 6 cp
Result type: Grade and marks
Requisite(s): 92388 Midwifery Practice 1
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Description
This subject prepares students to assess, plan, implement and evaluate midwifery care for women and babies who have complex needs. It examines the legal, ethical and professional responsibilities of the midwife in relation to the provision of care for this group.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
Upon successful completion of this subject students should be able to:
| A. | Identify, describe and explore the evidence in relation to complex situations in the antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum/neonatal period that may be encountered by the woman and her family. |
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| B. | Explain the pathophysiology of frequently occurring complexities for both the woman and her baby. |
| C. | Describe the action and safe administration of medications that may be prescribed to women and babies with complex needs. |
| D. | Assess, plan, implement and evaluate midwifery care for the woman and her family who have complex needs. |
| E. | Assess, plan, implement and evaluate midwifery care for the unwell neonate. |
| F. | Demonstrate effective communication skills in order to consult, refer and provide a comprehensive and accurate handover in complex situations. |
| G. | Apply legal, ethical and professional responsibilities to midwifery practice. |