CNS6553

Midwifery practice issues: clients at risk 1

Ms D Phillips

6 points · 24 hours theory · 120 hours clinical · Second semester · Prerequisites: CNS6551 · MMC Clayton

Objectives Through a variety of in-class, clinically based, student-driven activities, and journalling, this subject should enable students to use a conceptual framework to identify the high risk client as early as possible and take appropriate action; evaluate the effects of complicated childbirth on the woman/fetus and her partner/family; evaluate ongoing care as a basis for promoting the restoration of health, well-being and satisfaction of the woman and family throughout the childbirth process; design and implement a comprehensive midwifery plan for the provision of care to the woman and her partner/family who require specialist obstetric care; initiate appropriate emergency measures in the absence of specialised medical practitioners.

Synopsis Factors which have the potential to complicate a woman's pregnancy, intrapartum experience and following childbirth are introduced. The focus for student learning is upon health promotion, identification of a woman at risk during her childbirth experience, the possible outcomes and care for the woman and her family.

Assessment An examination, case presentation and clinical competencies.

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