Complex Care of the Neonate

Course aim

To enable students to develop a sound understanding of the healthcare for the neonate with complex needs and demonstrate integration of woman-centred and family inclusive care in the midwifery management.

Course content

Assessment of the healthy neonate and comparison to the unwell, compromised or preterm neonate; basic embryology related to specific neonatal health conditions, pathophysiology of neonatal health conditions; care planning and midwifery management of the neonate with complex needs; neonatal resuscitation; use of technology and clinical skills; pharmacology in neonatal care; evidence-based midwifery practice in caring for the neonate with complex needs; incorporation of woman-centred and family inclusive care in the midwifery management of the neonate with complex needs; legal, ethical and cultural considerations in neonatal care; equity and rights; teamwork and communication; maternal and neonatal safety and quality; inter-professional collaboration; inquiry based learning.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
NURS 2039	Experiential Learning Activity: Midwifery Development Practicum 2

Corequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
NURS 2036	Experiential Learning Activity: Midwifery Practice Development Practicum 3

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY EAST
Online (online content and discussion forum)	- x 9 weeks
Tutorial	3 hours x 9 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 9 weeks
Workshop (on campus HHHS)	3 hours x 8 weeks
INTERNAL, MT GAMBIER
Online (online content and discussion forum)	3 hours x 9 weeks
Tutorial (online virtual classroom)	2 hours x 9 weeks
Workshop (on campus HHHS)	6 hours x 4 days
EXTERNAL, CITY EAST, ONLINE
Online (online content and discussion forum)	3 hours x 9 weeks
Tutorial (online virtual classroom)	2 hours x 9 weeks
Workshop (on campus HHHS)	6 hours x 4 days
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Online (online content and discussion forum)	3 hours x 9 weeks
Tutorial (online virtual classroom)	2 hours x 9 weeks
Workshop (on campus HHHS)	6 hours x 4 days

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Programming exercise, Reflection

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.