 Ministry of Health
NZ Government
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Published:
29/11/2011
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5th Year Student
Selectives
Objectives
- Obtain clinical experience in
Level II Neonatal Nursery – attend daily ward rounds at least 3 days/week
and educational sessions as appropriate.
- Be able to demonstrate
competence in examination of the normal newborn and resuscitation at
delivery. Attend deliveries with House Surgeon on duty at least 1 day/week.
- Undertake longitudinal study of
preterm babies and their families (up to 3 or 4 depending on problems).
Undertake their practical care where possible (fluids/feeds, monitoring
etc.). Submit a written report detailing one aspect of this study e.g.
effects on the families, comparison between babies, evolution of clinical
problems etc.
- Submit a written critical
assessment of the literature regarding the management of 1 or 2 common
neonatal problems.
- Written reports to be submitted not
later than 1 week after completion of selective.
Assessment
- Supervised examination of
newborn (Consultant on duty or Supervisor)
- Supervisor to assess written
reports for evidence of:
- critical evaluation of
literature
- critical evaluation of
differences between literature recommendations and clinical practice
- perception of impact of
neonatal illness on infant and family
- recognition of unique
aspects of newborn care i.e. how differs from other child or adult care.
- Supervisor to consult with other
staff members regarding attendance involvement, sensitivity to clinical
requirements of neonatal unit and families etc.
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