Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics for Midwives

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PHAR 2016
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Course ID
204474
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop students' preparation for practice through a sound knowledge of pharmacology and, pharmacotherapeutics, to support evidence based midwifery practice. Pharmacology; pharmacotherapeutics; pharmacodynamics; pharmacokinetics; prescribing principles; drug classifications; quality use of medicines; legal and ethical practice legislation; clinical reasoning, critical thinking, decision making, professional judgement; complementary therapies.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of essential concepts in pharmacology.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in pharmacotherapeutics to support the supply and administration of medicines in midwifery practice.
  • Explore the ethical and legal issues related to pharmacotherapeutics in midwifery practice.
  • Discuss complementary therapies and their relationship with midwifery practice.
  • Demonstrate application of quality use of medicines principles for safe and socially accountable midwifery practice.
  • Apply the principles of prescribing according to the National Prescribing Services (NPS) competencies framework.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Multiple Choice Questions, Report, Exam

Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Study Bachelor of Midwifery at Adelaide University - Information for Domestic students