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Course description

This course will continue to build on the midwifery foundational skills learned in semester 1 with a focus on the principles of medication administration in the mother and neonate. Safety in drug administration as well as observational techniques for the mother and baby required when drugs are utilised will be learned. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the principles and mechanisms of normal labour and birth and conduct in practice care and support of a woman through a normal labour and birth. Non-pharmacological methods of pain relief in pregnancy, labour and birth are also considered. In the clinical practice aspect of this course it is recommended that students conduct 4 births in the role of primary accoucheur. It is a requirement that at least 2-4 continuity of care experiences (CoCe) are in the process of being completed this semester. Please note that birthing numbers may include women the student has engaged with as part of the CoCe.

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