Module Details

Module Code: NURS N9039
Full Title: Advanced Comprehensive Health Assessment for Midwives
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 10
Module Owner:: Anita Byrne
Departments: Midwifery
Module Description: This module will allow midwives to expand their knowledge, skills and professional behaviours in order to undertake an advanced comprehensive perinatal health assessment. This will include recognition of normal physiology and knowledge and skills related to recognition of deviation / deterioration in maternal / fetal wellbeing, assessment, escalation / referral and care evaluation of acutely ill individuals within perinatal health services.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Critically discuss the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to undertake an advanced comprehensive perinatal health assessment including recognition of normal physiology and appropriate recognition of deviation/deterioration in maternal/fetal wellbeing, escalation and evaluation of care
MLO2 Critically review the structure and function of altered anatomical and physiological organ systems in the perinatal period
MLO3 Synthesise new knowledge of conditions that contribute to perinatal morbidity and mortality to enhance advanced assessment and care of individuals in the perinatal period
MLO4 Critically discuss strategies for enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration and communication
MLO5 Demonstrate the ability to undertake an advanced comprehensive perinatal health assessment including the ability to undertake a comprehensive health history
MLO6 Demonstrate the ability to record clinical findings and interpretations (written/oral) accurately and comprehensibly in a clear and relevant manner in accordance with legal and ethical guidelines
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).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
Module content will reflect the changing clinical landscape and address the clinical conditions that are and will become apparent within the perinatal population
Relevant to all units of study
Unit 1
Perinatal Morbidity and Mortality – Critical review of the current evidence - related to changing profile of perinatal population
Unit 2
Altered anatomical and physiological organ systems in the perinatal period and related conditions: Cardiac, Haematological, Respiratory, Neurological, Immune, Hepatic, Renal, Endocrine, Mental Health
Unit 3
Knowledge, skills and professional behaviours related to undertaking a comprehensive advanced perinatal health assessment including appropriate history taking, recognition of deviation/deterioration, maternal/fetal wellbeing, escalation and evaluation of care - Cardiac, Haematological, Respiratory, Neurological, Immune, Hepatic, Renal, Endocrine, Mental Health
Unit 4
Knowledge, skills and professional behaviours related to enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration and communication and recording of clinical findings and interpretations
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work40.00%
Practical60.00%
Module Special Regulation
Module assessment elements must be passed independently. No compensation between assessment elements is permissible

Assessments

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Critical Analysis of a Clinically Relevant Case Study
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing S1 Week 12 Learning Outcome 5,6
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Objective Structured Clinical Examinations
No Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
No repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will be offered solely on the basis of coursework and a repeat examination will not be offered.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

This module has no Full-time workload.
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description Once per semester 1.60 24
Practical Contact No Description Once per semester 1.60 24
Directed Reading Non Contact Learners will be guided towards relevant reading material Once per semester 5.80 87
Independent Study Non Contact Independent study may take the form on reviewing recorded material and skills practice Once per semester 6.00 90
Total Weekly Learner Workload 15.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.20
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Boyle, M. and Bothamley, J.. (2018), Critical care assessment by midwives, 1st. Routledge., London.
  • Van de Velde, M., Scholefield, H. and Plante, L.A. eds.. (2013), Maternal critical care: a multidisciplinary approach, Cambridge University Press.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Up to Date Research Studies and Clinical Practice Guidelines will Inform this Module e.g. S.A.F. E. Toolkit, MBRRACE Reports, Severe Maternal Mobidty Reports / Audits.
  • Attali, E. and Yogev, Y.. (2021), The impact of advanced maternal age on pregnancy outcome, Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, no. 70, p.pp.2-.
  • Frick, A.P.. (2021), Advanced maternal age and adverse pregnancy outcomes, Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, no. 70, p.pp.92.
  • Knight M, Bunch K, Tuffnell D, Shakespeare J, Kotnis R, Kenyon S, Kurinczuk JJ on behalf of MBRRACE-UK. (2022), Saving Lives, Improving Mothers’ Care - Lessons learned to inform maternity care from the UK and Ireland Confidential Enquiries.
  • Pinheiro, R.L., Areia, A.L., Mota Pinto, A. and Donato, H.. (2019), Advanced maternal age: adverse outcomes of pregnancy, a meta-analysis, Acta medica portuguesa, 32(3), p.pp.21.
  • Leitao S, Manning E, Corcoran P, San Lazaro Campillo I, Keane J, McKernan J, Greene RAon behalf of the Severe Maternal Morbidity Group. (2022), Severe Maternal Morbidity in Ireland Annual Report 2020, National Perinatal Epidemiology Centre.
Other Resources
  • Appropriate resources will be recommended during the module.