Level 6 (20 credits) single module Examination of the Newborn - Single module

  • Part-time study available
  • Alternative start dates available
  • Duration :

    Part-time, one semester, intake September and February

3 good reasons to study Examination of the Newborn at Salford:

  • Build on and develop new knowledge and skills pertaining to the 'routine newborn examination' and apply this to the changing pattern of health care
  • Evaluate the context of examination of the new-born in relation to health promotion
  • Delivered by staff who are subject experts in their field

You can take this course as a single module for continuing professional development or as part of BSc (Hons) Midwifery Practice (Level 6) or MSc Midwifery (Level 7)

This module will explore:

  • Normal fetal development/anatomy and physiology of specific systems
  • Transitional events in the neonatal period
  • Normal morphology of the neonate
  • Genetic overview: common chromosomal abnormalities
  • Effectiveness of screening programmes
  • Normal development of the infant
  • Clinical examination: recognition of the abnormal
  • Identification and management of Congenital abnormalities
  • Clinical examination: recognition of the abnormal
  • Communication
  • Referral systems and local guidelines
  • Holistic approach to the care of the neonate and family
  • Professional, ethical and legal issues

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