Acute Nursing Care
Overview
This unit provides students with in-depth knowledge of the pathophysiology of the human body. Students will use a solution focused case based approach to explore typical and atypical acute presentations of a range of selected respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, reproductive, renal neurological and musculoskeletal conditions and related pharmacology. The health-care needs of the adult person will be addressed concurrently, to align theory with practice. Students will be introduced to a number of fundamental concepts, processes and skills required for nursing practice. Students will develop skills in assessment and the interventions required to support independence.
Requisites
12-May-2024
12-May-2024
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Apply nursing knowledge of the underlying pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of a person presenting with acute conditions.
- Utilise an evidence-based systematic approach to prioritise the nursing care needs of a person with an acute presentation.
- Demonstrate safe nursing practice when caring for a person with an acute presentation.
- Analyse clinical data and research to support the provision of comprehensive, safe and effective evidence based nursing care to achieve identified health outcomes
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-campus Class | 2.00 | 8 weeks | 16 |
| Online Directed Online Learning and Independent Learning | 2.00 | 8 weeks | 16 |
| On-campus Practical | 2.00 | 8 weeks | 16 |
| Specified Activities Group Meetings | 1.00 | 12 weeks | 12 |
| Unspecified Activities Independent Learning | 7.50 | 12 weeks | 90 |
| TOTAL | 150 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | Individual | 40% | 1,2,3,4 |
| Online Preparation | Individual | 20% | 1,2,3,4 |
| Oral Assessment | Group | 40% | 1,2,3,4 |
| Examination | Individual | 40% | 1,2,3,4 |
| Online Quizzes | Individual | 20% | 1,2,3,4 |
| Oral Assessment | Group | 40% | 1,2,3,4 |
Content
- Pathophysiology, management and complications of acute presentations related to cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, neurological, gastro-intestinal, renal musculoskeletal systems
- Pathophysiology and management of acute presentations related to men’s and women’s healthÂ
- Pathophysiology, management and complications of acute presentations related to fluid and electrolyte balanceÂ
- Pain managementÂ
- Management of naso-gastric tubes and under water sealed drainage
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.