Module Details
Module Code: |
NURS N8258 |
Full Title:
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Recognition and Care of the Acutely Ill Woman in Maternity Services
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Valid From:: |
Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 ) |
Language of Instruction: | English |
Module Owner:: |
Anita Byrne
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Module Description: |
This programme will allow midwives to develop their knowledge and skills in the recognition, assessment, care, and evaluation of acutely ill women in maternity services.
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Module Learning Outcome |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Module Learning Outcome Description |
MLO1 |
Critically discuss the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to assess and effectively care for acutely ill women in maternity services |
MLO2 |
Consider the structure and function of altered anatomical and physiological organ systems in pregnancy/postnatal period |
MLO3 |
Develop an enhanced understanding of pregnancy/postnatal conditions that contribute to maternal morbidity and mortality |
MLO4 |
Utilise new knowledge to enhance advanced assessment and care of women presenting with altered health states in pregnancy/postnatal period |
MLO5 |
Demonstrate clinical competence and critical thinking for level 2 midwifery care in pregnancy/postnatal period |
MLO6 |
Discuss strategies for enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration and communication. |
MLO7 |
Interpret and implement new and existing midwifery knowledge through evidence based practices. |
Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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No recommendations listed |
Module Indicative Content |
Unit 1: Cardiovascular Conditions
Anatomy and Physiology of the cardiovascular system, Altered homeostasis of Cardiovascular system, Pre-existing Cardiac Conditions and Pregnancy, ECG monitoring and analysis, Arterial line management, Maternal Collapse, Clinical assessment of cardiac function
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Unit 2: Respiratory Conditions
Anatomy and Physiology of the respiratory system, Altered homeostasis of the respiratory system, Respiratory Conditions in Pregnancy, Pulmonary Embolsim / VTE in pregnancy, Clinical assessment of repiratory function
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Unit 3: Severe Pre-eclampsia / HELLP / Coagulopathy
Pathophysiology and evidence based care related to pre-eclampsia and HELLP Syndrome, Pathophysiology and evidence based care related to coagulopathy in maternity care
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Unit 4: Maternal Sepsis
Pathophysiology and evidence based care related to maternal sepsis
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Unit 5: Miscarriage and Ectopic Pregnancy
Evidence based care related to miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy
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Unit 6: Epilepsy and Pregnancy
Evidence based care related to Epilepsy and Pregnancy
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Unit 7: Diabetes and Pregnancy
Altered homeostasis of Endocrine system related to Diabetes and pregnancy, Altered blood chemistry in pregnancy, Diabetes / DKA / HONK / Hypoglycaemia in pregnancy/postnatal period
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Unit 8: Perinatal Mental Health
Evidence based care related to Pre-existing and new onset maternal mental health conditions
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Strategies for enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration/communication
IMEWS/ISBAR Evidence based risk assessment tools
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Module Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Course Work | 65.00% |
Practical | 35.00% |
Module Special Regulation |
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AssessmentsPart Time On Campus
Reassessment Requirement |
A repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
This module has no Full Time On Campus workload. |
Workload: Part Time On Campus |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
Discursive lectures that utilise reflection and reference evidence-based practice |
Every Second Week |
3.00 |
6 |
Practical |
Contact |
Clinical Skills Related to Cardiopulmonary Assessment, Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Care of Arterial Lines |
Every Third Week |
1.00 |
3 |
Online Learning (non contact) |
Non Contact |
Etivities related to programe content |
Every Second Week |
3.00 |
6 |
Directed Reading |
Non Contact |
Directed Reading Related to Programme Content |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
Independent Study |
Non Contact |
Independent Study related to programme conent |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
17.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Hogan-Quigley B., Palm M., and Bickley L. (2011), Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking for Nurses, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, London, [ISBN: 978-0-7817-80].
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Raynor, M.D., Marshall, J. and Jackson, K.. (2012), Midwifery Practice: Critical Illness, Complications and Emergencies Case, Oxford University Press, Maidenhead.
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van de Velde, M., Scholefield, H. and Plante, L.A.. (2013), Maternal Critical Care: A Multidisciplinary Approach, University Press, Cambridge.
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Nan H. Troiano, Carol J. Harvey, Bonnie Flood Chez. (2103), High-risk & critical care obstetrics, 3rd. Wolters Kluwer, London, [ISBN: 9780781783347].
| Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Current evidence based articles and
guidelines will be referenced throughout
the module.
| Other Resources |
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Links to evidence based online resources
will be provided during the module.
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