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Core Module Information
Module title: Management of Obstetric Emergencies and Midwifery Care
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MID11124
Module leader: Shona Montgomery
School School of Health & Social Care
Subject area group: Midwifery
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The aim of this module is to enable you to critically apply the necessary knowledge and skills in the management of complications that occur in both mother and baby during the childbearing period. During this module you will learn to critically evaluate evidence-based care and apply principles of best practice to the care of women with complex needs. You will apply the principles of human factors, environmental factors and the importance of strength-based approaches when working with colleagues from interdisciplinary and multi-agency teams, women and their families. The module content is divided into key areas: antenatal- covering the management of pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, renal system and associated disorders; intrapartum - covering multiple pregnancy, interpretation of electronic fetal heart rate monitoring, meconium stained liquor, disordered uterine action, ruptured uterus, operative delivery and caesarean section and the care of mothers who require anaesthesia; postpartum - covering retained placenta, thromboembolism, amniotic fluid embolism, disseminated intravascular coagulation, haemolysis elevated liver enzymes low platelets syndrome, shock. The theory and provision of care of women experiencing obstetric emergencies is also covered, including the management of neonatal resuscitation and preterm birth.Medicine administration and drug calculation which requires completion of SafeMedicate programme.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically explore the pathophysiology of complications that occur in both the mother/birthing person and newborn infant during antenatal, intrapartum and postpartum period.

LO2: Critically examine and discuss the impact of the management of obstetric complications in childbirth using a problem-solving approach.

LO3: Critically reflect on the role of the midwife and other health professionals within the multidisciplinary team when supporting women/birthing persons who develop complications in childbirth.

LO4: Critique the patient safety agenda in relation to additional care needs including the principles of medicine administration and the midwife's role.

LO5: Critically appraise the evidence around the interventions and treatments used in emergency care.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Shona Montgomery
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 14 Lectures will provide you with the theoretical knowledge which underpins the management of obstetric emergencies prior to practical skills application.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 6 During practical simulation you will have the opportunity to work in small teams to simulate the management of a variety of emergency scenarios. This will develop your knowledge, confidence and skills in decision making, communication and problem solving during an emergency situation
Independent Learning Tutorial 4 You will critically discuss and critically reflect on module content during the tutorials which will enhance your learning.
Independent Learning Seminar 6 During the seminars you will work within a small group with your peers and prepare a discussion of wider topics within the module, this provides an opportunity share evidence and knowledge with your peers
Online Guided independent study 170 You will be provided with resources and have access to current research which will allow you time to further explore and strengthen your knowledge.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Structures Clinical Exam (OSCE) 100 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 40 mins You will undertake an oral examination where you will critically discuss the management of an obstetric emergency. You will be asked to manage one of 5 randomly selected obstetric emergencies - shoulder dystocia, breech birth, post-partum haemorrhage, eclamptic seizure or neonatal resuscitation. You will be expected to prepare and critically reflect upon human factors, patient safety in relation to the management and midwifery care that should be provided during such an event. This examination will be conducted face to face. All oral examinations will be recorded for quality purposes.
Class Test 0 2~3~4 Week 8 HOURS= Unlimited time. You will complete an online medicines calculation test that will assess your knowledge and comprehension of medicine administration. You must achieve a mark of 100% to pass the online test. This assessment will be marked as pass/fail.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
Management of Obstetric Emergencies and Midwifery Care
 

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