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Prerequisites
HBM1001 - Anatomy and Physiology 1
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Discuss the concepts related to health, illness and the health care experience. | ||
2. | Apply knowledge and skills in assisting persons experiencing difficulty meeting activities of daily living. | ||
3. | Utilise professional communication skills required for health assessment and therapeutic relationships in the midwifery and nursing context. | ||
4. | Demonstrate principles and practices of midwifery care utilising a woman-centred approach during pregnancy including assessment of maternal and foetal well-being. | ||
5. | Incorporate the principles of occupational health and safety, and infection control in midwifery and nursing practice. | ||
6. | Demonstrate foundational health assessment knowledge and skills. | ||
7. | Utilise effective and accurate documentation in the care of clients in the midwifery and nursing context. | ||
8. | Demonstrate numeracy skills required for the safe practice of medication administration. | ||
9. | Provide evidence of recruitment of two (2) women to participate in the Continuity of Care program. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Test | Online test (30 mins) | 15% |
Assignment | Written assessment (1000 words) | 25% |
Case Study | Open book Case study | 30% |
Test | Online test MCQ and short answer | 20% |
Test | Practical skills test (20 mins) | 10% |
Other | Evidence of recruitment of two (2) women | 0% |
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