Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
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Unit Overview
- Description
Students (1) develop knowledge of relevant anatomy and physiology, indications, risks and consequences of practical procedures in the care of a sick neonate; and (2) are provided with the opportunity to develop core knowledge and skills in communicating professionally as part of multi-disciplinary teams. The unit includes procedures (anatomy, physiology and complications); intercostal drains; naso/orogastric tube; percutaneous long lines; peripheral arterial catheters; umbilical arterial and venous catheters; urinary bladder catheters; endotracheal intubation; and cranial ultrasound (anatomy).
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
Availability Location Mode Not available in 2025 King Edward Memorial Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital Face to face - Outcomes
Students are able to (1) have a comprehensive understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology regarding procedures relevant to caring for a sick neonate in line with the Royal Australian College of Physicians (RACP) requirements; (2) develop competence in procedures associated in the care of a sick infant in line with college requirements; (3) communicate effectively as part of a professional multidisciplinary team including understanding of barriers to communication (e.g. differing opinions about management), navigating systemic obstacles (e.g. continuity of care with roster changes and effective handover), and teaching; (4) develop person-centred micro-counselling skills with application to low-lying dilemma scenarios (e.g. gaining consent for procedures); (5) collect, analyse and evaluate information and ideas, problem solve by thinking clearly, critically and creatively; and (6) develop self-evaluation and critical self-reflection.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) tutorial/workshop presentation; (2) professional development portfolio (reflective journal and logbook with weekly entries); (3) a 1000-word paper on incidental observations of procedures; (4) simulation A (e.g. teaching advanced simulation of resuscitation scenario; ventilation set-up; NETS cot set-up, etc.); and (5) simulation B (counselling demonstration in role play with peer and demonstration video plus a one-page critical self-reflection summary). Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Clinical Associate Professor Mary Sharp
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.