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NSG1611

Applied psychology I

Course code: 0727

Ms M Safron

3 points * 3 hours per week * First semester * Peninsula

Objectives On completion of this unit students are expected to understand the nature of psychology and its scientific basis; demonstrate knowledge of basic psychological process; understand the basic components of effective communication.

Synopsis Nature and scope of psychology; biological bases of behaviour; consciousness - altered states; perception; learning; memory; cognition; emotion, motivation; communication as a tool of effective nursing. The subject is taught by lectures and workshops.

Assessment Examination 90 mins 60% * Written assignment 40%

Prescribed texts

McConnell J and Philipchalk R Understanding human behaviour 8th edn, Harcourt Brace, 1992


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