Assessment 1

Type:                                Case Study

Due Date:                        16:00 hour (AEST) Wednesday 13th August 2025 (Week 5)

Extensions:                      Available as per policy.

                                        The 72-hour grace period applies to this assessment.

Return Date:                    Wednesday 27th August 2025 (Week 7)

Weighting:                       50%

Length:                            2500 words +/-10% (excluding reference list) 

Unit Coordinator/s:         Tanya Capper & Rachelle Chee

Learning outcomes assessed
1.    Identify the types of evidence that inform current safe, quality midwifery practice.

2.    Critically analyse current evidence for translation into midwifery practice.

Aim
The aim of this assessment task is for you to develop essential research skills by conducting a structured review of the literature on a case study in midwifery. You will systematically search academic literature, critically assess the relevance and quality of sources, and document your search process, including databases used, search terms applied, and inclusion/exclusion criteria. Your final review will require you to synthesise key findings from selected sources, and articulate findings in a clear and structured manner.

Instructions
Please follow the steps below to complete this assessment task.

Use the case study below to complete the assessment task.

Case Study 

Vanessa is a 27-year-old, G1P0 who is 5 weeks gestation. She has no medical conditions and is generally healthy. You are the midwife working at the local general practitioner’s office. Vanessa has expressed that there are many pregnancy vitamin products available at the pharmacy. She is unsure if she needs to take a pregnancy multivitamin, and what other supplements are recommended.

Please complete the following in relation to the chosen case study:

1. Provide an introduction that outlines the topic and provides essential background information to ensure the reader has a clear understanding of the subject being examined.

2. Use a research question framework to formulate a research question based on your chosen case study.

3. Undertake a search of the literature according to the processes demonstrated in the unit content. Describe the search strategy used. Include the following:

1. 1. The date the search was undertaken
   2. Databases searched
   3. Keywords used and Boolean operators
   4. Inclusion and exclusion criteria
   5. Publication year range
   6. State the screening and selection process, and visually represent the process using a flowchart

4. Use the attached table to present the selected sources (maximum 10) and their characteristics.

5. Select an appropriate tool from the Critical Appraisal Skills Program (CASP) or use the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (for mixed-methods research) to undertake a quality appraisal of each source. Attach a copy of each appraisal to your submission.

6.    Synthesise the relevant findings of the included sources and discuss the implications of your findings with relevance to the case study.

7.    Provide a brief conclusion which summarises the main findings.

Literature and references
In this assessment use at least 10 contemporary references (10 years or less) sourced from the CQUniversity library to support your discussion. You may also use seminal scholarly literature where relevant. Suitable references include peer-reviewed journal articles as well as textbooks and credible websites. When sourcing information, consider the 5 elements of a quality reference: currency, authority, relevance, objectivity, and coverage. Grey literature sourced from the internet must be from reputable websites such as government, university, or peak national bodies: for example, the Australian College of Nursing, the Australian Association of Social Workers, Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Note, that websites such as StatPearls, Life in the Fastlane, and Wikipedia are not suitable for this assessment task. Lecture notes are not primary sources of evidence and should not be used in this assessment.

Requirements

• Use a cover page for your assignment that includes in the following order:
  • Student name
  • Student number
  • Unit code and name
  • Assessment type
  • Due date
  • In-text word count
  • Use of Gen AI: Gen AI agent.……..has been used for editing and proofreading this assessment (insert or delete as applicable.
• Use a conventional and legible size 12 font, such as Times New Roman, with 2.0 line spacing and 2.54cm page margins (standard pre-set margin in Microsoft Word).
• Include page numbers on the top right side of each page in a header.
• Indent the first line of each paragraph 1.27cm (standard pre-set indent in Microsoft Word).
• An introduction and conclusion are required for this assessment.
• All questions in the Instructions of this assessment must be attempted and clearly answered to pass this assessment task.
• Write in the third-person perspective.
• Use formal academic, discipline specific, professional and inclusive language.
• Use Microsoft Word English (Australia) spelling and grammar checker.
• Paraphrase, summarise or quote information acknowledging the original source (referencing) to avoid plagiarism.
• Headings, tables, flowcharts, and appendices may be used in this assessment.
• Bullet points may not be used in this assessment.
• Follow academic writing conventions: spell out contractions in full; introduce abbreviations and acronyms; spell out numbers for zero through nine and use numerals for numbers 10 and above.
• All work submitted must be your own work.
• Start your reference list on a separate page to the body of your assessment.
• Use the seventh edition American Psychological Association (APA) referencing style. The CQUniversity Academic Learning Centre has an online APA Referencing Style Guide.
• The word count is considered from the first word of the introduction to the last word of the conclusion. The word count excludes the reference list but includes in-text references and direct quotations.

Resources
1.    You can use unit-provided materials and other credible sources (e.g., journal articles, and books) to reference your argument. The quality and credibility of your sources are important. Please note, that lecture notes are not peer-reviewed primary sources of evidence.

2.    We recommend that you access your discipline-specific Nursing Resource Guide.

3.    You may like to manage your citations and reference list. Information on how to use academic referencing software (EndNote) is available at the CQUniversity Library website should you wish to learn how to use it.

4.    For information on academic writing and referencing, please visit the Academic Learning Centre Moodle site. The Academic Communication section has many helpful resources, including information for students with English as a second language.

5.    You may wish to submit a draft to Studiosity.

6.    Submit at least one draft before the due date to review your Turnitin Similarity Score before making a final submission. Instructions are available here.

Academic Integrity
1.    You must abide by the principles of academic integrity (see Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure). Completion of this assessment with another party or sharing of responses is not permitted at any time.

2.    The use of any generative artificial intelligence is permitted as per Level 2 (AI planning) and Level 3 (AI Collaboration) AI Assessment scale tool indicators:

• Gen AI content is used to generate ideas and general structures.
• Gen AI content editing.
• Checking spelling and grammar.
• CQUniversity’s Gen AI tools approved for use in this assessment are Microsoft Copilot (protected version), Studiosity and Grammarly.    

3.    Any use of Gen AI software:

• Must be cited in the relevant sections.
• Must be referenced as per APA 7th guidelines.
• You must complete the declaration of Gen AI use on the title page of your assessment.

Submission
Submit your assessment via the unit Moodle site in Microsoft Word format only.

Late penalties of 5% per day of the available mark may be applied as per the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Contact TASAC if you experience technical issues submitting your assessment:

• Phone toll-free 1300 666 620
• Email tasac@cqu.edu.au

Marking Criteria
Refer to the marking rubric on the Moodle site for more detail on how marks will be assigned. Assessment re-attempt is not available for this Assessment task.

• Minimum Pass Criteria
  You must achieve a cumulative grade of at least 49.5% across all assessments to pass this unit.
• In the event you are eligible for a supplementary assessment, all assessment tasks must be reasonably attempted in this unit.

The assessment criteria are provided on the unit Moodle site.

Assessment 2

Type:                                Report

Due date:                         16:00 hour (AEST) Wednesday 1st October 2025 (Week 11)

Extensions:                       Available as per policy

                                        The 72-hour grace period applies to this assessment.

Return date:                     Wednesday 29th October 2025

Weighting:                       50%

Length:                             2500 words +/- 10% (excluding reference list)

Unit Coordinators:           Tanya Capper & Rachelle Chee

Learning Outcomes Assessed
1.    Identify the types of evidence that inform current safe, quality midwifery practice.

2.    Critically analyse current evidence for translation into midwifery practice

3.    Evaluate the relevance of current research to inform ethical decision making in midwifery practice.

4.    Analyse and critique current policy relevant to midwifery practice.

Aim
The aim of this assessment is for you to develop your ability to critically engage with contemporary midwifery practice. You will select a specific area of practice and use current evidence to discuss how the area of midwifery practice is currently implemented. Based on your evaluation, you will make a recommendation on whether a change to this practice is needed. You will then justify your recommendation—whether to maintain or modify the practice—by drawing on contemporary scholarly literature, helping you strengthen your skills in evidence-informed decision-making.

 
Instructions
You will write a research report on a chosen aspect of midwifery practice, examining current policies or clinical observations. Through a literature review, you will evaluate whether the existing practice should change based on the latest evidence. Your final recommendation must be supported by research findings.

Please choose one of the following topics:

• Strategies for the prevention of severe perineal trauma (third- and fourth-degree tears/obstetric anal sphincter injuries) during birth
• Vaginal birth after two caesarean sections
• Routine administration of intravenous antibiotics in labour for women considered positive for Group B Streptococcus.
• Membrane sweeping for induction of labour.

Please follow the steps below to complete your assessment task:

1.    Provide an introduction which establishes the background to the topic and outlines the direction of the paper.

2.    Discuss the current midwifery practice, using evidence to support your discussion.

3.    Make a recommendation on whether a change to current practice should occur.

4.    Justify the recommendation for the change using contemporary scholarly literature. If you are not recommending change, use contemporary literature to justify this.

5.    Provide a conclusion which summarises the main arguments.

Literature and references
In this assessment use at least 10 contemporary references (10 years or less) sourced from the CQUniversity library to support your discussion. You may also use seminal scholarly literature where relevant. Suitable references include peer-reviewed journal articles as well as textbooks and credible websites. When sourcing information, consider the 5 elements of a quality reference: currency, authority, relevance, objectivity, and coverage. Grey literature sourced from the internet must be from reputable websites such as government, university, or peak national bodies: for example, the Australian College of Nursing, the Australian Association of Social Workers, Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. Note, that websites such as StatPearls, Life in the Fastlane, and Wikipedia are not suitable for this assessment task. Lecture notes are not primary sources of evidence and should not be used in this assessment.

Requirements

• Use a cover page for your assignment that includes in the following order:
  • Student name
  • Student number
  • Unit code and name
  • Assessment type
  • Due date
  • In-text word count
  • Use of Gen AI: Gen AI agent.……..has been used for editing and proofreading this assessment (insert or delete as applicable.
• Use a conventional and legible size 12 font, such as Times New Roman, with 2.0 line spacing and 2.54cm page margins (standard pre-set margin in Microsoft Word).
• Include page numbers on the top right side of each page in a header.
• Indent the first line of each paragraph 1.27cm (standard pre-set indent in Microsoft Word).
• An introduction and conclusion are required for this assessment.
• All questions in the Instructions of this assessment must be attempted and clearly answered to pass this assessment task.
• Write in the third-person perspective.
• Use formal academic, discipline specific, professional and inclusive language.
• Use Microsoft Word English (Australia) spelling and grammar checker.
• Paraphrase, summarise or quote information acknowledging the original source (referencing) to avoid plagiarism.
• Headings, tables, flowcharts, and appendices may be used in this assessment.
• Bullet points may not be used in this assessment.
• Follow academic writing conventions: spell out contractions in full; introduce abbreviations and acronyms; spell out numbers for zero through nine and use numerals for numbers 10 and above.
• All work submitted must be your own work.
• Start your reference list on a separate page to the body of your assessment.
• Use the seventh edition American Psychological Association (APA) referencing style. The CQUniversity Academic Learning Centre has an online APA Referencing Style Guide.
• The word count is considered from the first word of the introduction to the last word of the conclusion. The word count excludes the reference list but includes in-text references and direct quotations.

Resources
1.    You can use unit-provided materials and other credible sources (e.g., journal articles, and books) to reference your argument. The quality and credibility of your sources are important. Please note, that lecture notes are not peer-reviewed primary sources of evidence.

2.    We recommend that you access your discipline-specific Nursing Resource Guide.

3.    You may like to manage your citations and reference list. Information on how to use academic referencing software (EndNote) is available at the CQUniversity Library website should you wish to learn how to use it.

4.    For information on academic writing and referencing, please visit the Academic Learning Centre Moodle site. The Academic Communication section has many helpful resources, including information for students with English as a second language.

5.    You may wish to submit a draft to Studiosity.

6.    Submit at least one draft before the due date to review your Turnitin Similarity Score before making a final submission. Instructions are available here.

Academic Integrity
1.    You must abide by the principles of academic integrity (see Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure). Completion of this assessment with another party or sharing of responses is not permitted at any time.

2.    The use of any generative artificial intelligence is permitted as per Level 2 (AI planning) and Level 3 (AI Collaboration) AI Assessment scale tool indicators:

• Gen AI content is used to generate ideas and general structures.
• Gen AI content editing.
• Checking spelling and grammar.
• CQUniversity’s Gen AI tools approved for use in this assessment are Microsoft Copilot (protected version), Studiosity and Grammarly.    

3.    Any use of Gen AI software:

• Must be cited in the relevant sections.
• Must be referenced as per APA 7th guidelines.
• You must complete the declaration of Gen AI use on the title page of your assessment.

Submission
Submit your assessment via the unit Moodle site in Microsoft Word format only.

Late penalties of 5% per day of the available mark may be applied as per the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).

Contact TASAC if you experience technical issues submitting your assessment:

• Phone toll-free 1300 666 620
• Email tasac@cqu.edu.au

Marking Criteria
Refer to the marking rubric on the Moodle site for more detail on how marks will be assigned. Assessment re-attempt is not available for this Assessment task.

Minimum Pass Criteria

• You must achieve a cumulative grade of at least 49.5% across all assessments to pass this unit.
• In the event you are eligible for a supplementary assessment, all assessment tasks must be reasonably attempted in this unit.

The assessment criteria are provided on the unit Moodle site.