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Bachelor of Midwifery

Postpartum Complications

MID4525
4 hours English

Postpartum Complications

Postpartum Complications
MID2505 Midwifery Care During Labour and Post Childbirth
4 hours One requisite
1 Postpartum Haemorrhage: Overview of postpartum haemorrhage
2 Primary Postpartum Haemorrhage
3 Secondary Postpartum Haemorrhage
4 Wound infection :Perineal
5 Post Cesarean complications
6 Urinary Infections during puerperium: Cystitis, Pyelonephritis
7 Urinary Complications: Urinary retention and incontinence of urine
8 Thromboembolic Disorders (Thrombophlebitis)
9 Puerperal venous thrombosis
10 Pulmonary embolism.
11 Breast complications
12 Amniotic fluid embolism.
13 Postanesthesia problems.
14 Postpartum endocrine disorders (thyroiditis and thyroid storm)
15 Puerperal Blues
1.1 Mapped to: K1;K3

Identify the physiological, and psychological changes in women with postpartum complications and life-threatening conditions

Teaching Strategy • Interactive lectures / • Group discussions
Assessment Methods • Mid-term Written Exam / • Final Written Exam
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Recognize the appropriate healthcare needs and management for high-risk postpartum women.

Teaching Strategy • Interactive lectures / • Group discussions
Assessment Methods • Mid-term Written Exam / • Final Written Exam
2.1 Mapped to: S2

Construct women centered midwifery care plans according to the needs of high-risk postpartum women and their newborn.

Teaching Strategy • Case based Learning / • Clinical Training
Assessment Methods • Clinical performance / • Students Activity
2.2 Mapped to: S5;S6

Apply evidence based safe midwifery interventions utilizing advanced medical technology to women with postpartum complications.

Teaching Strategy • Clinical Training
Assessment Methods • Clinical performance
2.3 Mapped to: S3,S6

Employ effective respectful communication with mother, partner, family and interdisciplinary team to ensure high quality of care for high risk postpartum women.

Teaching Strategy • Clinical Training
Assessment Methods • Clinical performance
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Integrate ethical and legal principles in promoting the safety of patient care.

Teaching Strategy • Interactive Discussion / • Clinical training
Assessment Methods • Clinical Performance / • Behavioral and Interpersonal Skills
3.2 Mapped to: V2

Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to enhance midwifery care and self-development.

Teaching Strategy • Interactive Discussion / • Clinical training
Assessment Methods • Clinical Performance / • Behavioral and Interpersonal Skills
Assessment
Weight
Students Activity
10%
Formal OSCE
10%
Mid-term Written Exam
15%
Semester Activity: • Clinical Performance (15%) • Behavioral and Interpersonal Skills (10%)
25%
Final Written Exam
40%
Total
100%