James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020

NS1881 - Nursing Practice 1

Subject Description

This subject introduces students to the application of the principles of person centred care. Skills in assisting with activities of daily living to maintain patient independence are developed. The techniques of physical and mental health assessment are practiced in a simulated setting.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate techniques used to assess physical and mental health
• describe the precautions necessary to maintain a safe environment for the patient, the nurse and colleagues
• apply the Registered Nurse standards for practice in the provision of evidenced based nursing care in a simulated environment
• demonstrate proficiency in the performance of essential nursing skills
• outline the principles of person centred care and its application across the lifespan

Subject Assessment

• Invigilated > End of semester exam - (60%)
• Professional portfolio
• Peer assessment of clinical skills
• Group presentation (recorded) - (40%)

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Examinations may be scheduled outside regular university examination period - refer to NM Year Planner. Students must complete and submit all items of assessment; 100% attendance at Clinical Lab sessions or the residential Clinical Lab block (for limited attendance students); achieve a satisfactory grade for the Professional Portfolio; achieve a cumulative score of 50% or more for the subject; the group presentation will include individual student assessment.

Availabilities