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Core Module Information
Module title: Complex Care for Women and Newborn Infants
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MID08124
Module leader: Sara Rodriguez Martin
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 develop knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology of midwifery complications affecting both mother and newborn during the childbearing period.Your learning on this module will enable you to develop communication and other transferable skills to provide care for both mother and newborn where complications arise. You will learn to work in partnership with women and with other health and social care professionals. In this module you will develop your knowledge in the following key areas: Medical Conditions which Impact on Maternal & Neonatal Health:You will develop your knowledge of midwifery care in relation to the pathophysiology of significant medical conditions in childbearing.Pre-Conceptual and Antenatal CareYou will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the causes of infertility and the impact this has on women's health. Linking with infertility you will explore issues around surrogacy and fostering which leads on to the importance of history taking, antenatal and newborn screening and referral pathways. You will consider effective communication and working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), polyhydramnios, oligohydramnios, bleeding in pregnancy, including early pregnancy loss, termination of pregnancy and fetal malformations, hypertensive disorders, cervical pathology/cancer, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), anaemias, diabetes, cholestasis, respiratory disease, epilepsy, thyroid disorders, HIV, Group A &B strep, cardiac disease and the skill of carrying out and interpretation of ECG. A/N day care and telehealth.Intrapartum Complications:Principles and theories of intrapartum care with women with complex needs including Induction of Labour (IOL) and malpositions. You will learn the skill of cannulation.Postpartum ComplicationsPostpartum Infections and complications such as sepsis, mastitis/thrush, vaginal trauma, urinary & faecal incontinence.When bereavement does occur you will learn the midwifery end of life care for both mother and baby.Neonatal Complications:Principles of caring for sick newborn. Establishing effective infant nutrition and supporting the initiation of lactation in more complex scenarios and with newborns with additional care needs (Baby Friendly Initiative, BFI).Midwifery Practice:Effective Communication and problem solving within Multidisciplinary Teams. Understanding the principles of Medicines Management.Fetal monitoring- K2, Electronic Fetal Monitoring.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Consider the pathophysiology of specific medical complications which may affect childbearing women and their newborn.

LO2: Explore the principles of care using a problem solving approach when supporting women and newborn with complex needs. .

LO3: Identify the role of the midwife in the provision of care for women and newborn when complications arise.

LO4: Discuss decisions made when referring women or newborn to other health or social care professionals.

LO5: Evaluate the evidence base in relation to complex obstetric and midwifery care.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 1, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Sara Rodriguez Martin
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 138 Each week reading materials and resources will be issued on the nodule VLE. You are expected to read and reflect on the essential reading material which can be discussed during the seminar sessions. Resources to help you to read and take productive study notes created by the University's Academic Skills team can be accessed on the module VLE.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 6 Practical classes and workshops will allow you to practise, in a safe learning environment, how to approach complex clinical scenarios based on the theory covered in this module.
Face To Face Tutorial 8 Tutorials will provide opportunities to work on and familiarise yourself with a range of case studies similar to the one used in their summative assessment. These case studies will be completed as a group, allowing for discussion and feedback from the lecturer.
Face To Face Lecture 48 Lectures will take place face to face on campus at the scheduled times. These sessions are designed to support the specific learning outcomes of this module. The in-person format provides the opportunity for direct interaction, discussion, and immediate feedback. Lecture slides and supporting materials will be uploaded to the VLE to enable you to review the content after the session.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Assessment 100 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 35 min Oral assessment based on an authentic case study in which you will demonstrate your understanding of medical complications that some women experience during pregnancy and apply this knowledge to practical midwifery care supported by relevant literature and current guidelines.You will have 5 min to prep followed by 30 min oral assessment.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
MID08124 Complex Care of Women and Newborn Infants
 

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