James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020

NS1882 - Nursing Practice 2

Limited availabilities are restricted to students admitted to 78110E - Bachelor of Nursing Science [External].

Subject Description

This subject extends the principles of patient assessment to include the utilisation of data in planning care for the patient using a person centered approach. Infection control principles are introduced in the context of asepsis and wound management. Quality use of medicines is emphasised with a focus on medication calculation and safety.

Learning Outcomes

• apply principles of person centered care in the provision of basic nursing care across the lifespan
• accurately perform a systems based health assessment
• utilise assessment data to identify, plan and review nursing interventions
• demonstrate practical application of principles of asepsis, wound management and safe medication administration
• apply the Registered Nurse standards for practice in the provision of evidenced based nursing care at a beginning level

Subject Assessment

• Invigilated > Quizzes or tests
• Peer assessment of clinical skills
• Online unfolding scenario - (40%)
• Integrated case study assignment - (60%)
• Professional portfolio

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

Students must complete and submit all items of assessment; 100% attendance at Clinical Lab sessions; Achieve 100% in the clinical calculation test; Achieve a satisfactory grade while on Professional Experience Placement; Achieve a cumulative score of 50%.

Availabilities