Courses & Units
Complexities During and After Birth CNA623
Introduction
This unit provides you with an opportunity to examine the midwife's responsibility to provide safe care during complex labour, birth and the postpartum period. The unit builds upon CNA689 in that it considers at-risk and complex situations which may endanger the health of the woman and/or her foetus/neonate. Studies will include initiating emergency care and assisting in the stabilising of a sick woman and/or her neonate as well as examining related social issues. Emphasis is on working with women holistically in complex situations, developing appropriate referral skills, and working collaboratively with other members of the health care team to enhance the outcomes for the woman and her family.
Summary
| Unit name | Complexities During and After Birth |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CNA623 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Mrs Lynne Staff |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills and competence in the support and care of a woman and her family during complex labour, birth and puerperium.
- Explain the underlying pathophysiology in complex labour, birth, the puerperium and the sick neonate.
- Apply theory and critically reflect on your observations and practice in relation to the diverse experiences of childbearing women, neonates and families.
- Demonstrate competence in the initiation of appropriate action in an obstetric emergency until medical aid is available.
- Demonstrate competence at beginning level midwifery practice.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CNA624 - Introduction to Midwifery Practice AND CNA625 - Childbirth & Early Parenthood AND CNA672 - Research for Clinical Practice A AND CNA689 - Complexities in Antenatal Care and Family LifeTeaching
| Assessment | Portfolio|Discussion Posts (online) (30%)|Case Study (20%)|Essay (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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