Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIDWIFERY CARE DURING DISASTER and CRISES | EBE3116506 | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Lect. Şerife ÇINAR |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Şerife ÇINAR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course aims to enable midwifery students to understand care processes for women, pregnant women, postpartum women, newborns, and other vulnerable groups in disaster and crisis situations within a holistic framework based on national and international guidelines, and to develop practical clinical, public health, and psychosocial skills applicable in resource-limited field settings. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Disaster and Crisis Concepts and the Role of the Midwife,The Disaster Management Cycle: Prevention and Preparedness Phases,Reproductive Health in Emergencies: MISP and Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E),Antenatal Care and Risk Management in Disaster Settings,Intrapartum Care and Emergency Obstetric Decision-Making and Triage in Disasters,Postpartum Care in Disaster and Crisis Settings,Newborn Care and Resuscitation in Emergencies,Psychosocial Support, Crisis Communication, and Cultural Competence,Sexual Violence and Vulnerable Populations in Disasters,Field Triage and Basic First Aid in Mass Casualty Incidents,Public Health Threats: Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Emergencies,Recovery Phase: Community Resilience, Environmental Health (WASH), and Logistics,Final Project Presentations and Evaluation,Final Project Presentations and Evaluation. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Explains disaster and crisis concepts, the disaster management cycle, and the ethical, legal, and professional roles of the midwife within this cycle. | 10, 16, 9 | B, C |
| Plans reproductive health and nutrition services in emergencies using the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) and Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E) principles. | 13, 3, 5 | E, F |
| Applies evidence-based midwifery care for pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period under resource-limited conditions. | 11, 21, 6 | H, R |
| Provides psychosocial support to individuals and communities affected by trauma using the principles of Psychological First Aid. | 10, 15, 19 | H, K |
| Develops appropriate midwifery approaches for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence and for vulnerable groups such as persons with disabilities, older adults, and children in disasters. | 10, 13, 32 | E, J |
| Integrates field triage, basic life support, infection control, and environmental health practices into midwifery care in emergency settings. | 11, 12, 21 | M, R |
| Develops and presents a community-based, evidence-informed midwifery intervention plan for a specified disaster scenario. | 2, 36, 5 | F, L |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 15: Role Play and Drama Technique, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 32: Six Thinking Hats, 36: Peer Teaching Technique, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | B: Short Answer Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task, H: Performance Task, J: Peer Assessment Technique, K: Self Assessment Technique, L: Group Assessment Technique, M: Objective Structured Clinical Exam, R: Simulation-Based Evaluation |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Disaster and Crisis Concepts and the Role of the Midwife | Reading basic terminology on disaster, crisis, and emergency concepts. |
| 2 | The Disaster Management Cycle: Prevention and Preparedness Phases | Reviewing WHO and AFAD resources on the disaster management cycle. |
| 3 | Reproductive Health in Emergencies: MISP and Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E) | Reading key sections of the MISP and IYCF-E guidelines. |
| 4 | Antenatal Care and Risk Management in Disaster Settings | Reviewing literature on pregnancy-related risks in disaster contexts. |
| 5 | Intrapartum Care and Emergency Obstetric Decision-Making and Triage in Disasters | Reading principles of Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care. |
| 6 | Postpartum Care in Disaster and Crisis Settings | Reviewing guidelines on postpartum care and maternal mental health. |
| 7 | Newborn Care and Resuscitation in Emergencies | Reading core materials from the Helping Babies Breathe program. |
| 8 | Psychosocial Support, Crisis Communication, and Cultural Competence | Reading the Psychological First Aid manual. |
| 9 | Sexual Violence and Vulnerable Populations in Disasters | Reviewing guidelines on gender-based violence in emergencies. |
| 10 | Field Triage and Basic First Aid in Mass Casualty Incidents | Reading basic principles of the START triage system. |
| 11 | Public Health Threats: Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Emergencies | Reviewing resources on outbreak control in disasters. |
| 12 | Recovery Phase: Community Resilience, Environmental Health (WASH), and Logistics | Reviewing WASH standards and post-disaster recovery policies. |
| 13 | Final Project Presentations and Evaluation | Preparing project reports and presentations. |
| 14 | Final Project Presentations and Evaluation | Preparing project reports and presentations. |
| Resources |
| World Health Organization (WHO). Emergency Obstetric Care Guidelines. UNFPA. Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) Toolkit. Sphere Handbook: Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Humanitarian Response. Inter-Agency Working Group (IAWG) on Reproductive Health in Crises. National guidelines of the Turkish Ministry of Health and AFAD. |
| Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) Training Modules. Psychological First Aid (WHO). Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E) Guidelines. START Triage Protocol. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Has the knowledge and skills to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care to women, newborns, children, and families. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Has the knowledge and skills to perform assessments and deliver services aimed at protecting, maintaining, and promoting health. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Provides a safe environment throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth; manages high-risk and emergency situations, and conducts childbirth independently. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Provides qualified care to support adaptation of women, newborns, and families in the postpartum period. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Has the knowledge and skills to deliver individualized care in cases of pregnancy termination or loss, adhering to national laws, regulations, and procedures | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Conducts practices in compliance with relevant legislation, professional ethics, principles, and standards. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Performs practices in a culturally sensitive manner, guided by current scientific evidence, technological developments, and health policies. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Participates in research, education, and projects relevant to midwifery, and actively contributes to translating outcomes into practice. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Participates in activities aimed at supporting women in the field of midwifery practice, providing leadership and consultancy. | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Works effectively in communication and collaboration with healthcare teams and other disciplines. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Adopts a lifelong learning approach, remains open to development, and demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Has sufficient proficiency in English to follow current literature and effectively communicate with professional colleagues. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| General Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 0 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(0/30) | 0 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIDWIFERY CARE DURING DISASTER and CRISES | EBE3116506 | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Lect. Şerife ÇINAR |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect. Şerife ÇINAR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course aims to enable midwifery students to understand care processes for women, pregnant women, postpartum women, newborns, and other vulnerable groups in disaster and crisis situations within a holistic framework based on national and international guidelines, and to develop practical clinical, public health, and psychosocial skills applicable in resource-limited field settings. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Disaster and Crisis Concepts and the Role of the Midwife,The Disaster Management Cycle: Prevention and Preparedness Phases,Reproductive Health in Emergencies: MISP and Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E),Antenatal Care and Risk Management in Disaster Settings,Intrapartum Care and Emergency Obstetric Decision-Making and Triage in Disasters,Postpartum Care in Disaster and Crisis Settings,Newborn Care and Resuscitation in Emergencies,Psychosocial Support, Crisis Communication, and Cultural Competence,Sexual Violence and Vulnerable Populations in Disasters,Field Triage and Basic First Aid in Mass Casualty Incidents,Public Health Threats: Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Emergencies,Recovery Phase: Community Resilience, Environmental Health (WASH), and Logistics,Final Project Presentations and Evaluation,Final Project Presentations and Evaluation. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Explains disaster and crisis concepts, the disaster management cycle, and the ethical, legal, and professional roles of the midwife within this cycle. | 10, 16, 9 | B, C |
| Plans reproductive health and nutrition services in emergencies using the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) and Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E) principles. | 13, 3, 5 | E, F |
| Applies evidence-based midwifery care for pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period under resource-limited conditions. | 11, 21, 6 | H, R |
| Provides psychosocial support to individuals and communities affected by trauma using the principles of Psychological First Aid. | 10, 15, 19 | H, K |
| Develops appropriate midwifery approaches for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence and for vulnerable groups such as persons with disabilities, older adults, and children in disasters. | 10, 13, 32 | E, J |
| Integrates field triage, basic life support, infection control, and environmental health practices into midwifery care in emergency settings. | 11, 12, 21 | M, R |
| Develops and presents a community-based, evidence-informed midwifery intervention plan for a specified disaster scenario. | 2, 36, 5 | F, L |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 15: Role Play and Drama Technique, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 32: Six Thinking Hats, 36: Peer Teaching Technique, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | B: Short Answer Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task, H: Performance Task, J: Peer Assessment Technique, K: Self Assessment Technique, L: Group Assessment Technique, M: Objective Structured Clinical Exam, R: Simulation-Based Evaluation |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Disaster and Crisis Concepts and the Role of the Midwife | Reading basic terminology on disaster, crisis, and emergency concepts. |
| 2 | The Disaster Management Cycle: Prevention and Preparedness Phases | Reviewing WHO and AFAD resources on the disaster management cycle. |
| 3 | Reproductive Health in Emergencies: MISP and Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E) | Reading key sections of the MISP and IYCF-E guidelines. |
| 4 | Antenatal Care and Risk Management in Disaster Settings | Reviewing literature on pregnancy-related risks in disaster contexts. |
| 5 | Intrapartum Care and Emergency Obstetric Decision-Making and Triage in Disasters | Reading principles of Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care. |
| 6 | Postpartum Care in Disaster and Crisis Settings | Reviewing guidelines on postpartum care and maternal mental health. |
| 7 | Newborn Care and Resuscitation in Emergencies | Reading core materials from the Helping Babies Breathe program. |
| 8 | Psychosocial Support, Crisis Communication, and Cultural Competence | Reading the Psychological First Aid manual. |
| 9 | Sexual Violence and Vulnerable Populations in Disasters | Reviewing guidelines on gender-based violence in emergencies. |
| 10 | Field Triage and Basic First Aid in Mass Casualty Incidents | Reading basic principles of the START triage system. |
| 11 | Public Health Threats: Communicable and Chronic Diseases in Emergencies | Reviewing resources on outbreak control in disasters. |
| 12 | Recovery Phase: Community Resilience, Environmental Health (WASH), and Logistics | Reviewing WASH standards and post-disaster recovery policies. |
| 13 | Final Project Presentations and Evaluation | Preparing project reports and presentations. |
| 14 | Final Project Presentations and Evaluation | Preparing project reports and presentations. |
| Resources |
| World Health Organization (WHO). Emergency Obstetric Care Guidelines. UNFPA. Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) Toolkit. Sphere Handbook: Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Humanitarian Response. Inter-Agency Working Group (IAWG) on Reproductive Health in Crises. National guidelines of the Turkish Ministry of Health and AFAD. |
| Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) Training Modules. Psychological First Aid (WHO). Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E) Guidelines. START Triage Protocol. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Has the knowledge and skills to provide holistic, culturally sensitive care to women, newborns, children, and families. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Has the knowledge and skills to perform assessments and deliver services aimed at protecting, maintaining, and promoting health. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Provides a safe environment throughout pregnancy, labor, and birth; manages high-risk and emergency situations, and conducts childbirth independently. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Provides qualified care to support adaptation of women, newborns, and families in the postpartum period. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Has the knowledge and skills to deliver individualized care in cases of pregnancy termination or loss, adhering to national laws, regulations, and procedures | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Conducts practices in compliance with relevant legislation, professional ethics, principles, and standards. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Performs practices in a culturally sensitive manner, guided by current scientific evidence, technological developments, and health policies. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Participates in research, education, and projects relevant to midwifery, and actively contributes to translating outcomes into practice. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Participates in activities aimed at supporting women in the field of midwifery practice, providing leadership and consultancy. | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Works effectively in communication and collaboration with healthcare teams and other disciplines. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Adopts a lifelong learning approach, remains open to development, and demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Has sufficient proficiency in English to follow current literature and effectively communicate with professional colleagues. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |