Obstetrics and Paediatrics in Paramedicine unit (CAA313)

Introduction

This unit will further develop your knowledge and skills in the evidence-based assessment and management of obstetric and paediatric patients in the out-of-hospital setting. These patient groups have unique variances which require special attention in addition to the unique emotional aspects of managing this group of patients. Skills in managing a delivery and the care of the newborn will be covered and the broad range of paediatric clinical challenges in the out-of-hospital setting. You will explore communication strategies regarding the child, family and during crisis. This unit requires significant participation as part of the learning process.

Summary

Unit name	Obstetrics and Paediatrics in Paramedicine
Unit code	CAA313
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health School of Paramedicine and Public Safety
Discipline	Paramedicine
Coordinator	Leigh Parker
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Synthesise theoretical knowledge to justify the clinical approach to the management of obstetric and paediatric patients in an out-of-hospital setting.
• Apply clinical thinking and skills in the management of obstetric and paediatric patients in diverse settings.
• Demonstrate appropriate cognitive and emotional communication strategies with families and other professions in a professional, ethical and patient-centred manner.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

CAA220 and CAA221

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

CAA307

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On campus students- 1hr weekly online tutorial, 36 total unit hours of on-campus practical (details as per timetable), self-directed online learning 6hrs weekly Online students - 1hr weekly online tutorial; Self-directed online learning. Note: Online students are exempted from the on-campus Practical Classes due to their relevant clinical experience.
Assessment	Quizzes (25%)|Written Assignment (35%)|Objective Structured Clinical Examination (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Any required readings will be provided by the Unit Coordinator.
Recommended	Any recommended readings will be provided by the Unit Coordinator

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