About the Course
In this module, we will tackle the common complications faced by
premature infants. You will learn how to monitor and identify them and how to
manage them in a resource limited context.
Learning Objectives
Once you have completed this module, you should be able to:
- Describe the possible complications of prematurity.
- Identify and monitor some complications of prematurity using a systems-based approached.
- Discussing the complications management possibly available in a resource limited setting.
List of Contents
Theory:
Systems based approach to:
- Respiratory
- Cardiac
- Neurological
- Gastrointestinal
- Haematological
- Metabolic
- Immunological
- Eyes
.... complication of prematurity.
Application / 3 case studies
Summary / Learning points /Job aid
ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE THE COURSE
60 minutes
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
The module is intended for nurses, midwives, clinical officers and medical doctors caring for newborns in MSF projects.
HOW TO ENROL
To access this eLearning module, you need first to enrol in the Newborn Care Learning Hub then select the ‘Complications of prematurity’ module and enter the enrolment key.
CERTIFICATION
After completing the module and answering the final quiz with at least 80% correct responses learners are entitled a Tembo completion badge and a certificate.
TRAINING APPROACH
We recommend printing out the job aid and using the neonatal guideline during the module.