Science in nursing 3 (6 points)
(MED)
Leader: Dr Wendy Wright (Gippsland), Dr Richard Duckett (Peninsula)
Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2004 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2004 (Day)
Peninsula Summer 2004 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2005 (Day)
MILDURA First semester 2005 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)
Peninsula Summer 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: On completion of this subject, students should be able to: 1. Relate the structure and function of the nervous and endocrine systems to the body's responses to internal and external stimuli 2. Relate the general anatomy of the urinary system to its function 3. Demonstrate an appreciation and awareness of the major disorders of the urinary system across the lifespan 4. Consolidate and apply an understanding of chemical principles, and of the circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems, to an understanding of the regulation of body fluids 5. Relate the general anatomy of the digestive system to its function 6. Demonstrate an appreciation and awareness of the major disorders of the digestive system across the lifespan 7. Demonstrate an understanding of the inflammatory response to microbial invasion 8. Relate the functioning of the immune system to its ability to overcome infection 9. Explain how inappropriate functioning of the immune system leads to immune disorders 10. Discuss the effects of immunodeficiency, especially as it relates to the compromised patient 11. Develop skills in the observation, presentation and critical evaluation of first-hand data 12. Apply theoretical concepts to clinical situations to develop a framework for scientific understanding of nursing practice
Assessment: MCQ Quizzes(3): 20% Labaratory reports (3): 20% Tutorial case report (1): 10% Written Examination (2 hours): 50%
Contact Hours: 6 hours per week (lecture, tutorial, laboratory)
Prerequisites: NUR1301, NUR1302
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