Foundations of Nursing and Midwifery 1

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Discuss the concepts related to health, illness and the health care experience;
2. Apply knowledge and skills in assisting persons experiencing difficulty meeting activities of daily living;
3. Utilise professional communication skills required for health assessment and therapeutic relationships in the midwifery and nursing context;
4. Demonstrate principles and practices of midwifery care utilising a woman-centred approach during pregnancy including assessment of maternal and foetal well-being;
5. Incorporate the principles of occupational health and safety, and infection control in midwifery and nursing practice;
6. Demonstrate foundational health assessment knowledge and skills;
7. Utilise effective and accurate documentation in the care of clients in the midwifery and nursing context;
8. Demonstrate numeracy skills required for the safe practice of medication administration;
9. Provide evidence of recruitment of two (2) women to participate in the Continuity of Care program; and
10. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.