Full course description
ASM Block 2
Course Description:
This course establishes a baseline of care for evaluation of the intrapartum period including monitoring fetal heart tones, the progress of labor, monitoring vitals and values of normalcy. This course also includes a review and competency of basic skills and tools utilized during the intrapartum period. This course uses current research in midwifery and obstetrics to broaden the student’s understanding of the following NARM skills and MANA core competencies learned under clinical supervision.
Learning Objectives
Learning objectives are identified through the linking of MEAC Essential Competencies and the NCM Degree Qualification Profile.
Learning Activities
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Intrapartum Courses |
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Read, listen to, watch assigned lesson materials. |
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Submit a written summary of current research. |
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Complete oral and/or written formative didactic assessments with a final summative submission. |
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Identify and cite high-quality sources. |
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Use articulated reasoning while participating in an oral presentation, facilitated discussions and skills demonstrations. |
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Optional: Participate in a skills demonstration and/or role playing activity. |
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Analyze a case study. |
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Create an infographic, handout, and/or community resource. |
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Optional: Develop a study aid. |
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Complete a final exam. |
Note: The clinical requirement of NARM /Clinical Skills is completed at any time throughout the ASM apprenticeship during actual clinical practice and is NOT a requirement to complete this academic course. Typical clinical manifestations of knowledge learned in this course are identified in the learning objective document above.