13410 (v.2) Midwifery Science 561

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Area:	School of Nursing and Midwifery
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	4.0
Lecture:	1 x 4 Hours Weekly
Co Requisite(s):	13416 (v.1) Midwifery 561
Syllabus:	Application of concepts, knowledge, skills and current research findings related to midwifery practice. Parent education programs. Birth practices. Bio-psychosocial, cultural and developmental dimensions during the childbearing period. Collaboration/teamwork.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit students will have - Evaluated midwifery and related research findings in terms of their relevance to midwifery practice. Synthesised a conceptual framework for use in midwifery practice. Demonstrated the ability to utilise the principles of scientific inquiry in the design of midwifery strategies which promote the health of childbearing women and their families. Discussed relevant contemporary health care issues which impact on maternity care.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Alexander J., Levy V. and Roth C., (Eds.), (2000), Midwifery Practice - Core Topics 3, London, Macmillan Education. Freedman L.H., (1999), Birth As A Healing Experience, New York, Harrington Park Press. Renfrew M.and Procter, (Eds.), (2000), Linking Research and Practice in Midwifery - A Guide to Evidence Based Research, Edinburgh, Bailliere Tindall.
Unit Texts:	Bick D., MacArthur C., Knowles H.and Winter H., (2002), Postnatal Care - Evidence and Guidelines for Management, Edinburgh, Churchill Livingstone.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Evidence-Based Plan of Care 50%. Examination 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1     Y 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y   Y