The aim of this module is to develop the student's knowledge and skills required to care for the at risk and ill neonate in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary health care team.

Systematic care for the at risk and ill neonate e.g. management of cardiovascular and respiratory disorders, neonatal jaundice, metabolic transient disorders, endocrine disorders chromosomal and congenital anomalies, infections in the neonate, trauma in the neonate; complications arising with low birth weight, preterm and post term infant; nutritional requirements for infants with special needs; neonatal resuscitation and rapid midwifery intervention; perinatal and infant morbidity and mortality. Parenting journey in the neonatal unit; adoption and fostering; child protection issues; ethical and legal issues; support for parents experiencing bereavement and loss with the at risk and ill neonate. Clinical skills: Neonatal Resuscitation Programme Assessment and management of the at risk and ill neonate Nutritional support for the at risk and ill neonate (feeding practices oral, nasogastric) Care of baby in an incubator Care of baby with jaundice Breastfeeding under special circumstances and alternative methods of infant feeding Administration of medication to the neonate.

Develop the knowledge and skills required to care for the at risk and ill neonate. Explore the midwifery management required to care for the at risk and ill neonate.

Appreciate the role of the midwife in supporting transition to parenthood in the context of the at risk or ill neonate. Appreciate the role of the midwife in supporting infant nutrition under special circumstances.

Demonstrate skills in assessment and care of at risk and ill neonate. Demonstrate the skills of neonatal resuscitation.

The student will participate in the learning experience through a variety of teaching and learning strategies: in particular the use of the neonatal resuscitation programme. Students will also be expected to engage in self-directed study to supplement their learning. As a result of gaining a thorough understanding of the midwife's role in relation to caring for the at risk and ill neonate in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary health care the module aims to develop UL graduate attributes. Students will become more knowledgeable, responsible, proactive and collaborative in their approach to meeting the needs of the at risk and ill neonate. The module will reflect the most recent developments in the field and students will be expected to demonstrate an awareness of how research findings impact on care provided to at risk and ill neonates.