Module NHS-4385:
Optimal Childbirth
Optimising the childbirth experience 2023-24
NHS-4385
2023-24
School Of Medical And Health Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Ruth Lovelady
Overview
This modules uses the Lancet framework for 'quality maternal and newborn care' (Renfrew et al, 2014) to structure our consideration of optimal maternity care.
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -Basic understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module. Basic understanding of professional accountability issues. Students will be required to achieve a minimum of C- grade in the assignment in order to pass the theory component of the module -good -Good understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module. Good understanding of professional accountability issues. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade B- in the Grading Criteria -excellent -Very good understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module and evidence of additional evidence gained by the student. Very good understanding of professional accountability issues. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade A- in the Grading Criteria.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse and critically discuss the maternal and/ or their fetus /newborn's physiology and psychology that facilitates an optimal childbirth experience
- Critically evaluate a practice area in relation to the provision of an optimal care environment for women and / or their fetus /newborns
- Critically evaluate the health professions’ role, and the role of the wider professional team, in working to maintain an optimal care environment for women and/or their fetus / newborns. This should include consideration of relevant practice, social and cultural related barriers and facilitators.
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Summative
Description
3000 word written assignment
Weighting
50%
Due date
28/01/2022
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Poster Presentation
Weighting
50%
Due date
08/12/2021