Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
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 chidbirth 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 This subject introduces students to factors which significantly complicate the course of the childbirth process. It explores inter-professional relationships within a multi-disciplinary team. The focus will be on the prevention of harm, and the maintenance and restoration of health. This will be based on physical, psycho-social, environmental, cultural, spiritual, developmental and iatrogenic influences on the woman, foetus/neonate, and partner/family.
Assessment Three written assessments comprised of two case studies and an examination.