Level 6 (20 credits) single module

Examination of the Newborn - Single module

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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