Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Newborn Feeding and Lactation
Course Code
MDAK_063
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Paediatrics
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Midwifery
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Laila Laganovska
Structure Unit Manager
Kristaps Circenis
Structural Unit
Department of Nursing and Obstetric Care
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, mdak@rsu.lv, +371 67061568
About Study Course
Objective
Acquire the ability to support and promote breastfeeding in the earliest possible postpartum period and throughout the child's lactation. Provide support and assistance to a woman for possible problems and complications throughout the breastfeeding period.
Preliminary Knowledge
Anatomy, histology, physiology and microbiology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Upon successful completion of the study course students will be able to describe the peculiarities of neonatal period and physiology of breastfeeding, outline the composition of breast milk, name the benefits of breastfeeding, describe the technique and management of breastfeeding.
Skills
1.Upon successful completion of the study course students will be able to assess the lactation process and newborn’s readiness to breastfeed, assess the proper breastfeeding technique, position, identify possible risks of successful breastfeeding presented by the mother and the newborn.
Competences
1.Upon successful completion of the study course students are able to plan the breastfeeding process, recommend appropriate breastfeeding techniques, positions, make adjustments to the breastfeeding technique and determine contraindications to breastfeeding.
Assessment
Individual work
Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.
Individual work
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Development of practical skills through moulages; solution and analysis of simulated situations; presentation and analysis of performed research about lactation and feeding of newborns, inpatient counseling.
Examination
Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.
Examination
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Students' activity in classes, acquaintance with the sources of recommended and recommended literature for each class, successful preparation and submission of independent work in accordance with the e-studies and presentation will be evaluated.
The exam has two parts: theoretical questions and situation tasks.
Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Mammary gland development. Lactation process, it's physiology.
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1.
Lecture
On site
Auditorium
2
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Composition of breast milk. Preconditions of proper breastfeeding.
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1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Initiation of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding technique and management.
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1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Specialized room
2
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Breastfeeding premature babies.
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Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Specialized room
2
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Breast inflammation and breastfeeding. Mother’s illnesses and breastfeeding. Simulation.
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Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Benefits of breastfeeding.
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Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Specialized room
2
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Exclusive breastfeeding. Lactational amenorrhoea.
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Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Breastfeeding positions.
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1.
Class/Seminar
On site
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2
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Breastfeeding in hospital.
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Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Specialized room
2
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Contraindications to breastfeeding.
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Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Pumping, storage of breast milk.
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1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Specialized room
2
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Maternal nutrition during breastfeeding.
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1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Newborn, his/her characteristics.
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Location
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1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Family support of breastfeeding.
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Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Supportive measures of breastfeeding.
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Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Auditorium
2
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Artificial feeding, its effect on babies.
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Modality
Location
Contact hours
1.
Class/Seminar
On site
Specialized room
2
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
A. Kupriša. Zīdīšanas ABC, 2017.
2.
ACOG Staff. “Breastfeeding Handbook for Physicians”, American Academy of Pediatrics, 2013.
3.
Nutrition and Lifestyle for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding. Gluckman Peter; Hanson, Mark; and more. Oxford University Press, Incorporated, 2015.
4.
Evidence-based Care for Breastfeeding Mothers : A Resource for Midwives and Allied Healthcare Professionals. Pollard, Maria. Taylor & Francis Group, 2017.
5.
Maternal Newborn Nursing Care Plans / edited by Carol J. Green, PhD, CNS, RN, CNE, Professor, Graceland University School of Nursing, Independence, Missouri. Third edition. Burlington, MA : Jones & Bartlett Learning, [2016] ix, 472 lpp. ; ISBN 9781284038538 (pbk.) (brošēts).
6.
Maya Bunik. “Breastfeeding Telephone Triage and Advice”. American Academy of Pediatrics, 2012. (akceptējams izdevums)
Additional Reading
1.
I.Rinka, I. Kreicberga. Jaundzimušo un zīdaiņu veselības aprūpe ambulatorajā praksē. Mācību materiāls, Latvijas Ārstu biedrība. Medicīnas apgāds, 2010.
2.
Natasha Shur and Paulina Shur. “How to Succeed in Breastfeeding Without Really Trying, or Ten Steps to Laugh Your Way Through”. World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd, 2008.
3.
Odent M. "Birth and breastfeeding. Clairview, 2012.
4.
Davis E. "Heart and hands". Berkeley, 2012.
5.
Maureen R., England C. "Psychology for Midwives". McGraw-Hill Education, 2010.