Unit description
Develops and integrates knowledge towards evidence-based practice, the nursing process and reflective practice skills in the care of the patient/client in the practice domains of haematology, lymphatic, neurology, sensorineural, acute trauma and end of life decisions.
Unit content
Module 1: Haematology and lymphatic disorders
- Assessment of common disorders
- Care of the client with altered haematological function
- Care and management of people with vascular disorders
- Medications and technologies in the care and management of people with haematological and lymphatic disorders
Module 2: Neurological disorders
- Assessment of common disorders
- Acute and traumatic neurological disorders, care and management
- Chronic and long-term care of neurological disorders
- Special focus acute traumatic head injury
- Special focus dementia
- Medications and technologies in the care of neurological disorders
Module 3: Sensory disorders
- Assessment of common disorders of eyes and ears
- Care of acute disorders of the eye and ear
- Care and management of chronic disorders of the eye ear
- Special focus on ear and eye trauma
- Care of the older person with altered sensory function
- Medications and technologies in the care and management of sensory disorders
Module 4: Management of acute trauma and end of life
- Triage
- Homeostasis
- Advanced assessment and management of shock
- Medications and technologies in the care and management of acute trauma and shock disorders
- End of life decisions: implications for care
Learning outcomes
Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.
Learning outcomes and graduate attributes
| On completion of this unit, students should be able to: | GA1 | GA2 | GA3 | GA4 | GA5 | GA6 | GA7 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | apply synthesised knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology to assist in developing evidence based nursing care in the above domains (ANMC 2.2) | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
| 2 | integrate the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for people in complex care situations in the above domains (ANMC 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4 ) | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
| 3 | identify and justify safe and quality use of selected medications in relation to the above domains (ANMC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.2, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.2, 3.3) | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
| 4 | reflect critically upon quality client care (ANMC 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4) and Critically analyse appropriate interpersonal skills when considering care for people in the above domains (ANMC 2.3, 2.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 6.3, 10.2) | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
| 5 | identify and justify the safe application of nursing care and medical technologies to client care in relation to the above domains (ANMC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.5, 3.2) | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
| 6 | critically reflect on the attitudes and behaviours which indicate awareness and acceptance of professional nursing practice ( ANMC 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7) | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
| 7 | select and apply specific, safe practices and procedures in the care of people in the above domains (ANMC 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.7). | Intellectual rigour | Creativity | Communication and social skills | Cultural competence | |||
Prescribed texts
Session 2
- Brown, D & Edwards, H (eds), 2012, Lewis's Medical-Surgical nursing. Assessment and Management of Clinical Problems, 3rd edn, Elsevier, Marrickville NSW. ISBN: 9780729539951.
- Bullock, S & Manias, E, 2011, Fundamentals of Pharmacology, 6th edn, Pearson, Frenchs Forest. ISBN: 9781442514683.
Teaching and assessment
Coffs Harbour
| Teaching method |
| Tutorial on-site 2hrs (12wks) |
| Lecture online 2hrs (12 wks) |
| Assessment | |
| Case study | 50% |
| Exam: closed book | 50% |
Gold Coast
| Teaching method |
| Tutorial on-site 2hrs (12wks) |
| Lecture online 2hrs (12 wks) |
| Assessment | |
| Case study | 50% |
| Exam: closed book | 50% |
Lismore
| Teaching method |
| Tutorial on-site 2hrs (12wks) |
| Lecture online 2hrs (12 wks) |
| Assessment | |
| Case study | 50% |
| Exam: closed book | 50% |
Fee information
Domestic
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Commencing 2014 Commonwealth Supported only. Student contribution band: 1
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