NSG6402

Professional issues in gerontological nursing

Not offered in 1999

Ms J Yalden

6 points · 3 hours per week · First semester · Peninsula

Objectives On completion of this subject students are expected to critically assess the diversity of needs and aspirations of clients requiring extended care nursing; examine the impact of physical, psycho-social and environmental stresses on clients and their families in a variety of extended care settings; discuss legal and moral rights and responsibilities of clients, their families and health care professionals in extended care settings; evaluate and utilise a range of contemporary clinical care practices that promote comfort, healing and quality of life; utilising a clinical reasoning process and a conceptual framework, plan and implement holistic care for clients and their families; describe community and other resources available for the maintenance and promotion of health of clients and carers; design a care plan, in collaboration with members of the health care team, to meet the ongoing health care needs of a client requiring long-term care.

Synopsis The subject examines the psychological and social aspects of ageing in modern society and the implications for the health of the older adult. The principles and practice of gerontological nursing will be developed within an ethico-legal framework and a holistic model of care.

Assessment Written assignment: 50% · Seminar presentation and report: 25% · Clinical project: 25%

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