NUR4911

Critical care 1: Advanced ventilation and haemodynamic monitoring (3 points)

(MED)

Leader: Ms D Kiegaldie

Offered:
Peninsula Second semester 2003 (Day)
Peninsula Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: The critical care nurse requires a diverse knowledge and skill base to appropriately and effectively assess and manage patients in the critical care environment. This unit focuses on enabling the student to develop proficiency in the management of critically ill patients with illnesses requiring the interventions of mechanical ventilation and haemodynamic monitoring.

Assessment: Exam 60% + Learning package 40% + OSCA (Pass/fail)