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NUR-10059 - Module Specification
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

For academic year: 2020/21 Last Updated: 25 February 2021

NUR-10059 - Introduction to maternal, fetal and neonatal care and wellbeing
Coordinator: Joanne L Cookson Tel: +44 1782 7 38131
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 4
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office: 01782 556723

Programme/Approved Electives for 2020/21

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2020/21

This module forms a mandatory part of the overall BSc Midwifery programme. This module will be undertaken at the inception of the midwifery programme. The module will focus on the current models of care and principles of care provision in the perinatal period and explores the role of the midwife in identifying the woman¿s physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs and the provision of woman centred care. Learning will be facilitated through theoretical sessions and directed and independent study.

Aims
This module focuses on the current models of care and principles of care provision in the perinatal period and explores the role of the midwife in identifying the woman¿s physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs and the provision of woman centred care.

Intended Learning Outcomes

demonstrate effective, compassionate and meaningful communication and interpersonal skills; whilst demonstrating a respectful and non-discriminatory approach: 1
demonstrate knowledge of differential care and referral pathways in maternity and discuss an evidence-based approach to care and documenting care appropriately: 1
discuss the psychosocial elements which may impact the perinatal period and across the life course adapting care provision to meet their needs: 2

Study hours

This module will comprise of 50 hrs of scheduled learning via either face-to-face, online or group work sessions, 100 hrs of independent study comprising 50 hours directed study related to module content and 50 hrs self directed and assessment preparation.

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Oral Exam weighted 50%
A 10 minute interaction with a simulated patient
This interactive examination will take place in a simulated environment. The assessment will require the student to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, utilising underpinning theory. 10 minutes will be allocated to complete the scenario with 5 minutes for structured questions following. Peer review will be completed following this scenario. This is a formative strand to the assessment. The feedback gained from their peers will assist the students in developing the summative reflective essay.

2: Essay weighted 50%
1,500 word reflective account
A written reflection of 1,500 words will be submitted based on the scenario with the simulated patient. The students will be expected to reflect on learning that has occurred in relation to their communication skills through undertaking the simulated interaction and peer feedback.

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Last Updated: 25 February 2021