Pharmacology for Midwives

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Abstract

In this subject, students will extend their existing knowledge of pharmacology, medication administration, and the associated legal and ethical considerations in the context of midwifery practice. Students will focus on the physiological changes that occur during the childbearing period that impact pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and apply this knowledge to medication administration. In addition to prescribed and over the counter medications, students will also consider the effects of complementary and alternative medicines, and recreational and illicit drug use on the woman, fetus and neonate during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: Module 1: Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics;Module 2: Over the counter and complementary / alternative medicines during childbearing;Module 3: Medications used during childbearing; andModule 4: Recreational and social pharmacology during childbearing.

Assessment items

1. Written Task : Medication use During Pregnancy

2. Short Answer Questions

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge and skills related to being a registered nurse.

Enrolment restrictions

Graduate Diploma of Midwifery

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