Block 4: Well-Person Physical Assessment is a Course
Full course description
ASM Block 4
Course Description: Through this course, the student will learn how to perform a complete physical examination relevant to an annual midwifery wellness visit. This course focuses in-depth on anatomical structures that are examined during care and the skills needed to screen clients for possible abnormalities or pathology. The course is broken down into four sections: general exam, chest/breast exam, pelvic exam, and rectal exam. This course uses current research in midwifery and obstetrics to broaden the student’s understanding of the NARM skills and MEAC 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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Well Person 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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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.