HLBM611 – Complicated Childbirth

Module code

HLBM611

Module title

Complicated Childbirth

Prescription

The aim of this module is for students to develop competent midwifery practice when there is a deviation from the normal childbirth experience.

NZQA Level

Level 6

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 300

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this module students will be able to:
1.Apply knowledge of pathophysiology of specific complications to planning and implementing care for the mother and new born, including risk management.
2.Identify and evaluate the impact of deviations, complication or unexpected outcomes on the family/whanau experience of childbirth, including the longer term implications of the new born with special needs.
3.Discuss the diagnosis, referral criteria, management, and treatment of medical conditions relevant to the childbearing woman implementing section 88.
4.Critique relevant research and literature in relation to complicated childbirth and neo-natal care to plan safe and effective care when working with women, their whanau/families, midwives and other health carers.
5.Analyse the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach for the care of women with underlying medical conditions and new born.
Content: - Physiology related to specific condition and complications for mother and new born. This will
include disorders of oxygenation, metabolism, elimination circulation, homeostasis and
chronic illness.
- Management of medical conditions - including medications and equipment and
management of emergencies.
- Signs and symptoms of medical conditions and the clinical skills, tests and investigations
used for diagnostic purposes.
- Decision-making consultation, referral (section 88) and interdisciplinary management and
care when woman are deemed at increased risk. For example, gestational diabetes,
hypertension, anaemia, cardiac conditions, asthma, multiple pregnancies.
- The meaning of the new born at risk.
- Managing (interdisciplinary) care when the new born requires special or intensive care.
- Infant feeding in complex situations.
- Baby friendly hospital initiative and its applications to the new born with special needs.
- Infections/infectious diseases and the new born.
- Development hip dysplasia.
- Longer term effects of new born interventions and illness.
- Effects on the family.
- Community support services.
- Ethical and cultural issues.
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Teaching strategies and learning methods will include lectures, online exercises, independent study, practicum and reflection upon practicum.
Assessment Criteria: The final grade will be on the basis of the marks from the achievement based tasks. All assessments must be attempted and submitted. Failure to do so will result in a 'fail' for the paper.
Recommended Readings: A list of current readings will be provided on Moodle. However, students are expected to read widely.