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<p>This unit will introduce students to the well neonate and prepares them with the theoretical knowledge and skills to assess, examine and care for the newborn infant. Anatomy and physiology relating to the transition to extrauterine life and initial assessment will be explored together with ongoing assessment and care within the mother-baby dyad. Infant nutrition will be examined with reference to encouraging and supporting breastfeeding as a public health strategy. Students will develop an understanding of the socio- cultural elements surrounding the care of the well newborn and their families. This unit will also prepare students with the theoretical knowledge and skills in assessment, stabilisation and transfer of the unwell neonate requiring higher level nursery care. Students will develop an understanding of multidisciplinary care and collaborative practice in the management of neonates with minor health challenges, greater than 34 weeks gestation and weighing 2000gm or more at birth, who can be managed in a Level 1 to Level 3 special care nursery.</p>
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<p>•The ACNN Australian College of Neonatal Nurses Standards for Practice (2019); ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards (2021); NMBA Midwife Standards for Practice (2018); NMBA Code of Conduct for the Midwife (2018), Code of Ethics for the Midwife (2014), NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice (2016); NMBA Code of Conduct for Nurses (2018) and Code of Ethics for Nurses (2012) have substantially informed the syllabus/content of this unit<br>
•Conception and embryology <br>
•Fetal circulation and placental function <br>
•Fetal growth and development<br>
•Transition to extrauterine life <br>
•Neonatal resuscitation and stabilisation <br>
•Thermoregulation <br>
•Levels of neonatal care and transfer <br>
•Family-centred care <br>
•Assessment of the newborn <br>
•Care of the newborn<br>
•Introduction to newborn feeding and nutrition<br>
•Neonatal intravenous therapy<br>
•Neonatal pharmacology<br>
•Infection/Sepsis<br>
•Respiratory conditions<br>
•Metabolic conditions<br>
•Haematological conditions<br>
•Neurological conditions<br>
•Newborn safety<br>
•Newborn discharge home</p>
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<p>This unit will introduce students to the well neonate and prepares them with the theoretical knowledge and skills to assess, examine and care for the newborn infant. Anatomy and physiology relating to the transition to extrauterine life and initial assessment will be explored together with ongoing assessment and care within the mother-baby dyad. Infant nutrition will be examined with reference to encouraging and supporting breastfeeding as a public health strategy. Students will develop an understanding of the socio- cultural elements surrounding the care of the well newborn and their families. This unit will also prepare students with the theoretical knowledge and skills in assessment, stabilisation and transfer of the unwell neonate requiring higher level nursery care. Students will develop an understanding of multidisciplinary care and collaborative practice in the management of neonates with minor health challenges, greater than 34 weeks gestation and weighing 2000gm or more at birth, who can be managed in a Level 1 to Level 3 special care nursery.</p>
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<p>•The ACNN Australian College of Neonatal Nurses Standards for Practice (2019); ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards (2021); NMBA Midwife Standards for Practice (2018); NMBA Code of Conduct for the Midwife (2018), Code of Ethics for the Midwife (2014), NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice (2016); NMBA Code of Conduct for Nurses (2018) and Code of Ethics for Nurses (2012) have substantially informed the syllabus/content of this unit<br> •Conception and embryology <br> •Fetal circulation and placental function <br> •Fetal growth and development<br> •Transition to extrauterine life <br> •Neonatal resuscitation and stabilisation <br> •Thermoregulation <br> •Levels of neonatal care and transfer <br> •Family-centred care <br> •Assessment of the newborn <br> •Care of the newborn<br> •Introduction to newborn feeding and nutrition<br> •Neonatal intravenous therapy<br> •Neonatal pharmacology<br> •Infection/Sepsis<br> •Respiratory conditions<br> •Metabolic conditions<br> •Haematological conditions<br> •Neurological conditions<br> •Newborn safety<br> •Newborn discharge home</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Midwifery
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
30
EFTSL:
0.25
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/healn6108">060303 - Midwifery</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
80
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
Learning Outcomes
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Outcome
K1
<p>Investigate the social-cultural context in the provision of safe and respectful care to babies and their families in Australia and globally, and with particular consideration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities</p>
K2
<p>Outline the changes in anatomy and physiology of the fetus and newborn infant and describe successful adaptation to the extrauterine environment</p>
K3
<p>Describe the principles of assessment and ongoing care of the neonate with particular consideration of the mother-baby dyad</p>
K4
<p>Explain the principles of stabilisation and emergency transfer of a compromised neonate to a tertiary setting</p>
K5
<p>Identify the circumstances and conditions that may necessitate transfer of a neonate to a higher- level care nursery</p>
K6
<p>Connect the aetiology and pathophysiology of selected minor conditions of the neonate</p>
K7
<p>Examine infant nutrition including supporting breastfeeding in special circumstances and the use of specialised equipment and formulas</p>
S1
<p>Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the neonate and provide appropriate care in a timely manner including prompt referral where required</p>
S2
<p>Demonstrate first response neonatal resuscitation and stabilisation</p>
S3
<p>Implement care for neonates with selected minor conditions</p>
S4
<p>Employ reflective practice strategies to develop understanding of the care of babies and their families, and appreciate the roles and scope of the interdisciplinary team</p>
A1
<p>Apply strategies which promote and protect breast feeding and explore other feeding methods to support the newborn baby, both sick and well</p>
A2
<p>Utilise the clinical decision making process to demonstrate evidence-based knowledge and understanding of the care required by the unwell baby and the family</p>
A3
<p>Foster practices that support the family's need for privacy, dignity and respect, as well as their right to be informed and to make decisions regarding care of their baby</p>
A4
<p>Demonstrate nursing competency based upon the NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice</p>
Assessment
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Learning outcomes assessed
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<p>Theoretical concepts, knowledge and skills required in caring for the neonate with selected minor medical conditions</p>
<p>Online activities</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K2, K3, K6, K7, S1
2
<p>Discussion of theoretical concepts related to care of the unwell newborn within a family centred care framework using current literature</p>
<p>Written Assessment</p>
<p>40-60%</p>
K1, K3, K6, K7, S3, A2
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<p>Application of theoretical knowledge and skills required in caring for the neonate requiring resuscitation</p>
<p>Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K2, K4, K5, S2, A2
4
<p>Assessment of neonatal practice (compulsory PASS required)</p>
<p>Completion of 80 clinical hours including neonatal clinical assessment tools (NCATs) - Hurdle</p>
<p>S/U</p>
K1, K4, K5, S1, S3, S4, A1, A2, A3, A4
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Midwifery
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
30
EFTSL:
0.25
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/healn6108">060303 - Midwifery</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
Yes
Placement hours:
80
Disclaimer
<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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