Module Descriptors
DEVELOPING THE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE MIDWIFE MODULE 6
MIDW50090
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 5
20 credits
Contact
Leader: Joanne Bates
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 48
Independent Study Hours: 152
Total Learning Hours: 200
Assessment
  • Practice assessment document. LO 1 & 2 weighted at 50%
  • Practice reflective account addressing one of the three specified professional pillar areas - 1500 words. LO 3 weighted at 50%
Module Details
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Breastfeeding and BFI: Positioning and attachment Taking effective feeding history Introduction to breastfeeding complications and complex issues Peer assessment
Human Factors and Ergonomics
Maternal Complex Care:
Deteriorating patient including maternal shock, anaphylaxis, maternal collapse, morbidity and mortality Blood result interpretation and management of findings
Legal and Professional Aspects: Information governance Critical incident and serious event management Reporting concerns and whistleblowing Documentation Effective Handover
Professional debriefing and reflection
ASSESSMENT DETAILS
Both elements of the assessment must be passed to complete this module

Complete a practice reflective account covering one of the three specified professional pillars areas.
Assessing needs and planning care
Providing and evaluating care
Coordinating care

Over the course of the academic year students must ensure each of the topic areas are individually addressed.
LEARNING STRATEGIES
Clinical practice
Clinical skills sessions
Simulation
Online Platform learning
Tutorials
Problem-based learning¿
Interprofessional learning
Debate
Peer Learning¿¿
Flipped Classroom¿¿ ¿
Lectures¿¿
Directed learning
Assessment Preparation¿¿
Group work
Group tutorials and discussions
Formative advice and feedback
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Module Learning Outcome
1. Demonstrate successful achievement of NMC professional behaviour, performance and clinical proficiencies for midwifery practice as specified within the Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement.

University Learning Outcome
Professional Requirement Knowledge and Understanding Communication Application

Module Learning Outcome
2. Demonstrate knowledge, critical understanding, and the ability to engage with the process and purpose of reflection, to develop personal responsibility, self-direction and an evolving ability to problem solve as a professional practitioner.

University Learning Outcome
Reflection Learning Problem Solving

Module Learning Outcome
3. Apply knowledge and understanding of the underlying concepts and principles that underpin midwifery practice as specified within the Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement.

University Learning Outcome
Knowledge and Understanding Learning Enquiry Application


RESOURCES
Practice Placement Handbook
BFI Workbook
Blackboard VLE®
Technology supported learning
Online learning
eLearning for Health
Library
Policy and Guidance
Service User and Carers
Strategic Policies
TEXTS
Blows, W.T. (2018). The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations. (3rd Ed). Abingdon: Routledge.
Department of Health. (2020). New test and trace plan to return to a more normal way of life. Available: http://www.dh.gov.uk
Lister, S., Hofland, J. and Grafton, H. (Eds). (2020). The Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures. (10th Ed). Chichester: Wiley- Blackwell.

Johnson, R. And Taylor, W. (2016). Skills for Midwifery Practice. (4th Ed). Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.

JPAC Guidelines. Available: http://www.transfusionguidelines.org/

Macdonald, S. and Johnson, G. (Eds). (2017). Mayes Midwifery: A textbook for Midwives. (15th Ed) Edinburgh: Balliere Tindall/ Elsevier.

Marshall, J.E. and Raynor, M.D. (Eds). (2020). Myles Textbook for Midwives. (17th Ed). Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone.

National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence Guidelines. Available: https://www.nice.org.uk/
Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Available: http://www.rcog.org.uk
Serious Hazards of Transfusion. Available: https://www.shotuk.org/

UNICEF baby friendly initiative- guidance for professionals. Available: http://www.unicef.org.uk/BabyFriendly/Health-Professionals/
Winter, C., Crofts, J., Draycott, T. and Muchatuta, N. (2018). PROMPT: PRactical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training. (3rd Ed). Cambridge: University Press.
SPECIAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Must be enrolled on Bachelor of Midwifery (Hons) and achieve the University regulation and compliance requirements for progression to Level 5
WEB DESCRIPTORS
This module will continue to build on your clinical skills and theoretical knowledge learnt in year 1. You will continue to develop as a skilled midwife practitioner and the concept of high- risk midwifery care will be introduced during this year. We will explore obstetric emergencies and how these can be managed effectively, focusing on teamwork, interprofessional working and holistic care. This module will include placements in a variety of midwifery settings and incorporate a medical and surgical placement to support your learning in relating theory to practice. During the year you will develop your competencies surrounding core aspects of general care.