Unit

School Of Nursing And Midwifery

Midwifery Knowledge 3Western Sydney University Unit Code: 401034.2

Discipline: MIDWIFERY

Student Contribution Band: 1

Level: 2

Credit Points: 10

Prerequisite
401032 Midwifery Knowledge 2

Corequisite
401221 Midwifery Professional Practice 3

Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4684 Bachelor of Midwifery.


About this Unit
This unit provides students with the midwifery knowledge related to the postnatal period. It will focus on maternal postnatal and newborn care including infant feeding, bonding and attachment. Breastfeeding is a core maternity indicator and is a focus for improving public health. Midwifery skills and knowledge to assist women in the preparation, initiation and establishment of breastfeeding will be examined as well as the historical and social contexts of infant feeding and challenges that this and other problems may pose for women. The midwives role in supporting women who are breastfeeding is addressed including the need to offer consistent evidence-based information.

Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Essential Equipment: Access to an internet enabled device is essential in order to be able to: access course materials; to participate in discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the lecturer during the session. See http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support for further information.


Courses
4684.1Bachelor of MidwiferyCONTINUING
4684.3Bachelor of MidwiferyCONTINUING
4684.4Bachelor of MidwiferyCURRENT




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