NUR1302

Science in nursing 2

6 points · 7 hours per week · Second semester · Gippsland and Peninsula

Objectives On completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate familiarity with the biology of microorganisms and an understanding of how microorganisms interact with humans; working knowledge of the ways in which microorganisms spread among humans, and of methods of infection control; understanding of the epidemiology of infectious disease in relation to public health; appreciation of strategies of antimicrobial therapy and immunisation procedures; practical understanding of weight, gravity and levers in human movement; understanding of the structure of bones, joints and muscles; working knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy, including ability to identify features of surface anatomy; understanding of the range of movements which can occur at major joints; working knowledge of the anatomy of the urinary system; understanding of renal physiology; appreciation of the major disorders of the urinary system; understanding of electric currents and simple circuits in relation to bioelectricity and to electrical safety; understanding of the organisation of the nervous system; understanding of the physiology of signal transmission in the nervous system; understanding of simple nervous pathways such as reflex arcs; understanding of the physical properties of sound and light; understanding of the structure and function of diffuse senses and special senses.

Synopsis The aim of this subject is to develop in students an understanding of the biology of microorganisms and their transmission; and the control and prevention of infection in health care settings and in the community; the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system and the urinary system, and the physicochemical principles which govern their operation; the organisation of the nervous system, with emphasis on its sensory functions and on the physical basis of sensory reception and signal transmission.

Assessment Mid-semester examination: 25% · Laboratory work: 30% · End-of-semester examination: 45% · Students must pass both the examination component and the laboratory component in order to pass this subject.
Prescribed texts

Martini F H Fundamentals of anatomy and physiology 4th edn, Prentice-Hall, 1998

Recommended texts

Lee G and Bishop P Microbiology and infection control for health professionals Prentice-Hall 1997

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