School Of Nursing And MidwiferyComplex CareWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 401091.1
Discipline: MIDWIFERY
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Prerequisite
401089 Childbirth in the Australian Context AND 401090 Midwifery Practice 1
Corequisite
401093 Midwifery Practice 2
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4697 Graduate Diploma in Midwifery and be a registered nurse employed in a participating NSW Health Local Health District facility in the position of a midwifery student.
About this Unit
This unit provides students with knowledge of complex conditions that may arise during pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period for the woman or her newborn/s. Emphasis will be placed on the biological and physiological aspects of these conditions. In addition, issues surrounding infertility and reproductive technologies available to women will be explored. The unit also integrates physiological, psychosocial and cultural aspects relating to a woman experiencing a complex pregnancy, labour, birth or post birth period. The role of the midwife in maintaining partnerships with women even when childbearing experiences are complex will be discussed and critically analysed. In addition this unit includes critical analysis of ethical aspects affecting midwifery and maternity care.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Students must have access to the internet and a computer.
Courses| 4697.1 | Graduate Diploma in Midwifery | CONTINUING |