Global nursing issues I
Course code: 0727
Ms J Oates
2 points * 2 hours per week * First semester * Peninsula
Objectives On completion of the subject the students are expected to situate nursing within an historical and professional context; identify the key concepts, values and orientations that characterise nursing as practice discipline; describe and utilise multiple ways and methods for developing nursing knowledge; explore the conceptualisation of scientific knowledge and its place in establishment of the discipline of nursing; reflect on personal values and experiences as an important source of knowledge for nursing; develop study skills to be a beginning nursing scholar; discuss and debate contemporary discipline issues, such as cross-cultural care, professional standards and industrial issues.
Synopsis This subject introduces philosophical and theoretical perspectives on nursing. The subject traces the emergence of nursing as a discipline, and discusses and debates the influences on the development of nursing knowledge. The paths for shaping a future for nursing in our society are explored, and the subject examines the role professional bodies and organisations play in shaping that future.
Assessment Poster session: 40% * Essay: 60%
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