Nursing Science 1

Subject 514-753 (2008)

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Credit Points: 12.500
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

Semester 1, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

On campus

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 36 hours lectures
Total Time Commitment: Approximately 108 hours Students are expected to devote approximately 9-10 hours a week to this subject
Prerequisites: n/a
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements: It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's courses. Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting this requirement are encouraged to discuss this matter with the Course Coordinator and the Disability Liaison Unit.

Coordinator

To be advised
Subject Overview:

This subject examines the normal physiological function of body systems and students are introduced to pathophysiology through discussion of the processes of degeneration, disease and injury across the lifespan. The characteristics and behaviour of micro-organisms and their relationship to infectious diseases and the immune response will also be explored. Selected drugs and their actions within the body will be introduced to students.

Subject objectives

At the completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • describe in detail the normal function of the skin, the nervous system, including special senses, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine, musculo-skeletal, genitourinary and reproductive systems;
  • identify the key structural and functional changes to major body systems at different stages of the human lifespan;
  • describe the pathophysiological processes, which alter normal body structure and function;
  • describe the inflammatory process;
  • discuss the relationship between infection, altered immunity and disease;
  • discuss the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of select oral, topical and inhalant medications.
Assessment: Take home examination ~ 1,000 words (week 6) - 20%Take home examination ~ 1,000 words (week 10) - 20%Three-hour written examination (all content) (exam week) - 60%Students must achieve an aggregate of 50% and pass the three-hour written examination to pass the subject.
Prescribed Texts: n/a
Recommended Texts:

Drake, R. L., Vogl, W., & Mitchell, A.W. (2005). Gray's anatomy for students. Philadelphia; Elsevier Churchill Livingston.

Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills: At the completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate:
  • the capacity for information seeking, retrieval and evaluation;
  • critical thinking and analytical skills;
  • an openness to new ideas;
  • planning and time management skills;
  • the ability to communicate knowledge through classroom and web-based discussions and written material.
Links to further information: http://www.nursing.unimelb.edu.au/
Notes:

n/a

Related Course(s): Master of Nursing Science

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