12637 (v.3) Midwifery Studies 561

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Area:	School of Nursing and Midwifery
Contact Hours:	3.0
Credits:	25.0
Lecture:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
History of midwifery in Australia. Cultural context of midwifery. Role and practice issues. Legal and ethical dimensions. Theoretical and philosophical frameworks. Models of maternity care. The midwife client relationship - advocacy role. Collegiality and teamwork.