Course overview
To research, analyse and demonstrate knowledge and skills for the safe care of the neonate with complex needs and the integration of woman-centred and family inclusive care in the midwifery management.
- Stabilisation And Initial Care Of The Neonate
- Ongoing Care And Management Of The Neonate
- Complex Neonatal Care And Neonatal Research
Course learning outcomes
- Critically assess and differentiate between the healthy term neonate and those who are unwell, compromised, or preterm, utilising advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based practices
- Analyse and synthesize the pathophysiology of common and complex neonatal health conditions, illustrating the mechanisms and potential interventions
- Design and lead integrated midwifery care strategies for managing common neonatal health conditions across diverse healthcare settings, emphasising evidence-based approaches
- Evaluate and implement sophisticated clinical skills and technological interventions for neonates with complex needs, assessing their effectiveness and safety in improving outcomes
- Conduct a thorough analysis of legal, ethical, psychosocial, and cultural factors impacting the care of the mother/infant dyad with complex needs, proposing strategies to address these challenges
- Integrate and evaluate the best available evidence to innovate and refine midwifery care practices for neonates with complex needs and their families
- Exhibits mastery of verbal, written and professional communication, underpinned by the core tenets of midwifery philosophy, and upholding academic integrity and ethical practice
Degree list
The following degrees include this course