mid1fpc foundations in pregnancy care
FOUNDATIONS IN PREGNANCY CARE
MID1FPC
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will be introduced to the foundations of midwifery practice through an introduction to human reproduction, pregnancy, and the provision of antenatal care. Students are introduced to normal pregnancy, the maternal adaptations that occur to support pregnancy and fetal development. Using contemporary evidence-based guidelines, students will develop the skills and knowledge to provide safe and effective antenatal care to women experiencing a normal pregnancy, sharing information, offering choices and providing support to empower the woman and her family during pregnancy. The subject introduces students to the concepts of reflective, evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making to enable them to function in antenatal care provision. Clinical skills used in the provision of antenatal care will be introduced and students provided with the opportunity to consolidate under supervised clinical placement.
SchoolSchool of Nursing & Midwifery
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSharon Mumford
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be admitted in one of the following course codes: HZNMD or HZNMDB
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject has been designed to be taken in conjunction with NSG1INA. Students should enrol in NSG1INA and MID1FPC in the same year. Any alterations from this course plan are to be discussed with your course coordinator for approval.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Myles textbook for Midwives | Prescribed | Marshall, J & Raynor, M (Eds). 2014 (16th edition) | Churchill-Livingstone |
| Readings | Physiology in Childbearing | Recommended | Rankin, J. (Ed.) 2017 (4th edition) | Elsevier |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Provide safe and effective midwifery care of women during normal pregnancy under supervision
- Activities:
- Small group work / tutorial based activities using scenarios, media articles, scientific journals, E-learning modules with web-based activities. Lab based skills sessions, clinical placement and written reflection of clinical placement.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Describe the key events in human reproduction, human pregnancy and fetal development
- Activities:
- Face to face lectures. Small group work / tutorial based activities, AV resources E-learning modules with web-based activities.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Explain the normal physiological adaptations that support pregnancy
- Activities:
- Face to face lectures. Small group work / tutorial based activities, AV resources Students will undertake a group enquiries.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Ethical behaviour)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
04. Explain the components of antenatal care and education for women experiencing a normal pregnancy
- Activities:
- Face to face lectures. Small group work / tutorial based activities using paper based scenarios, media articles, scientific journals and role play E-learning modules with web-based activities Lab based skills sessions.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
05. Apply levels of evidence that support pregnancy care
- Activities:
- E-learning modules with web-based activities exploring content such as the scope of practice of the midwife, and models of care. Students will be introduced to midwifery theory and inquiry through exploration of evidence based guidelines that underpin antenatal care. Written assessment.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2019, Week 10-51, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMelissa Deacon-Crouch
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 11 - 43
Twelve 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Alternate weeks with workshops. Lectures held fortnightly"
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 23 - 23
One 1.0 days placement - off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 23 to week 23 and delivered via face-to-face.
"8 hours observation may be scheduled during the day or night"
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 48 - 51
One 80.0 hours placement - off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 48 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
"May be scheduled from November (2017) to February (2018) and placement may be scheduled during day or night and on weekend"
Laboratory ClassWeek: 39 - 42
Two 2.0 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 39 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Week 39 and Week 42 on same week as workshops"
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 11 - 43
One 15.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 11 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"e-learning modules"
WorkShopWeek: 12 - 43
Twelve 1.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Alternate weeks with lectures Workshops held fortnightly"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour written examination (1000 words equivalent) | 35 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| 2,000 words written report | Part A # 250 word formative submission Part B # 1750 word summative submission | 65 | 04, 05 |
| Clinical Placement (1500 word equivalent) | Hurdle requirement. It is essential to complete a minimum of 80 hours clinical placement in an antenatal environment, and a minimum of 2 antenatal clinical skills from the MCAT to meet basic skills requirement for practice. | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Clinical Compliance Documentation | Hurdle Assessment |
Melbourne, 2019, Week 10-51, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSharon Mumford
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 11 - 43
Twelve 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Alternate weeks with workshops. Lectures held fortnightly"
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 23 - 23
One 1.0 days placement - off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 23 to week 23 and delivered via face-to-face.
"8 hours observation may be scheduled during the day or night"
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 48 - 51
One 80.0 hours placement - off site other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 48 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
"May be scheduled from November (2019) to February (2020) and placement may be scheduled during day or night and on weekend"
Laboratory ClassWeek: 39 - 42
Two 2.0 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 39 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Week 39 and Week 42 on same week as workshops"
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 11 - 43
One 15.0 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 11 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"e-learning modules"
WorkShopWeek: 12 - 43
Twelve 1.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Alternate weeks with lectures Workshops held fortnightly"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour written examination (1000 words equivalent) | 35 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| 2,000 words written report | Part A # 250 word formative submission Part B # 1750 word summative submission | 65 | 04, 05 |
| Clinical Placement (1500 word equivalent) | Hurdle requirement. It is essential to complete a minimum of 80 hours clinical placement in an antenatal environment, and a minimum of 2 antenatal clinical skills from the MCAT to meet basic skills requirement for practice. | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Clinical Compliance Documentation | Hurdle Assessment |