HLBM701 – Complexity and Diversity in Practice

Module code

HLBM701

Module title

Complexity and Diversity in Practice

Prescription

The aim of this module is to consolidate and integrate knowledge of Midwifery practice to provide competent midwifery care for women who experience complex social, environmental and psychological situations, in a diversity of practice settings.

NZQA Level

Level 7

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Web-Based

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 300

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: On completion of this module students will be able to:
1.Consolidate and integrate previous knowledge, values and skills in order to practice safe, competent and culturally appropriate midwifery care for women who are experiencing complex social, environmental and psychological situations.
2.Integrate comprehensiveevidence based midwifery knowledge that is constantly developing using multiple ways of knowing that have become integrated into practice.
3.Demonstrate accountability to women, the midwifery professionand to the midwifery school that reflects current New Zealand legislation.
4.Apply effective, appropriate and professional communication skills when working with women and their families in complex situations.
Content: Content
Cultural competence and partnership
Application of principles of cultural safety and Turanga Kaupapa to practice
Effective partnerships in a complex context
Informed choice in diverse contexts
Knowledge and reflection
Integration of midwifery knowledge
Analysis of knowing
Best practice negotiation
Decision making and critical thinking
Discerning of information/evidence
Exploring potential differences in practice
Reflecting on feedback in a professional and constructive manner
Exploring the decisions made in complex situations Prioritising decisions appropriately
Professional accountability
Incorporate legislation and Code of Ethics in practice
Explore the boundaries of accommodating diversity and safe practice
Communication and documentation
Professional communication and documentation with women and colleagues in complex and diverse practice settings
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Teaching strategies and learning methods will include practicum and reflection upon practicum.
Recommended Readings: A list of current readings will be provided on Moodle. However students are expected to read widely.
Assessment Criteria: Students must meet all the requirements of the competency based assessment tasks to be eligible for a final grade for this module. All assessments must be attempted and submitted. Failure to do so will result in a 'fail' for the paper.