ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM
“CONFIRMED”
Vice-rector
Prof. Ihor R. Mysula, M.D., Ph.D
23.06.2009
SYLLABUS
NURSING CARE OF ADULTS II
PRACTICUM
for 2nd year ADN students
Specialty 5.12010102 „Nursing”
Structural Academic Plan
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Course |
Semesters |
Amount of hours |
Control A |
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Total |
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Self – preparations |
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Lectures |
Practical training |
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2 |
III |
125 |
0 |
96 |
29 |
Exam |
Prepared by Nataliya Haliyash, MD, BSN
The program was discussed at Department meeting.
Minute № _12__ from___ June 10, 2009_.
The Head of department Prof. I. Ya. Hospodarsky
The program was confirmed at
Minute №___7____ from __June 23, 2009__
The Head of commission As. Prof. S.O. Yastremska, Ph.D, BSN
Ternopil 2009
NURSING CARE OF ADULTS II PRACTICUM
SYLLABUS
Fall 2009
Faculty: Irina Yavorska MD, BSN
Office Telephone No.: +380 352 430927
E-mail:
Volodymyr Horodetsky MD, PhD,
E-mail: [email protected]
Rega Nadia, MD, PhD
I. Course Description
6.4 hrs practical per week (for 15 week semester)
14 hrs practical per week (for 7 week semester)
US Credit hours: 3
UA: Total hours 125
Contact hours: 96
Practical classes hours: 96
ECTS credits: 4
Clinical application of theoretical concepts of nursing care of adults with acute and chronic health care needs, utilizing the nursing process for advanced clinical decision making. Coordination and management of care for a group of clients in acute care settings is emphasized utilizing basic management principles.
II. Conceptual Framework
Major Concepts: Health
Patient
Nursing
Nurse
Setting
III. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to independently and/or with consultation of faculty:
Basic Human Needs
1. Assist adult patients in resolving humaeed interferences.
2. Plan care consistent with goals, recognizing the interrelatedness of basic humaeeds.
Nursing Process
1. Apply the nursing process as a framework for determining nursing care for adult patients experiencing interferences in humaeeds in both the acute and community based setting.
2. Collect, cluster, interpret, and validate assessment data (to include diagnostic studies) as it specifically relates to individuals experiencing interferences in the humaeeds within the nursing process framework.
3. Formulate and prioritize actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.
4. Construct measurable goals for individuals experiencing interferences in humaeeds.
5. Plaursing care consistent with goals and organized by priority of needs.
6. Prioritize and perform nursing interventions (to include pharmacologic and nutritional interventions) appropriate to individuals experiencing interferences in human needs.
Interventions will reflect adaptations appropriate to variant patient situations and established policies and procedures.
7. Evaluate goal attainment according to established outcome criteria to determine the effectiveness of nursing interventions and resolution of humaeeds interferences.
Manager of Care
1. Manage an organized plan of care for adult patients in collaboration with other members of the health team, considering safety, resources, and time management.
Communication
1. Communicate therapeutically with patients and family members using effective communication skills during interactions.
2. Communicate effectively when documenting the delivery of health care.
Caring
1. Apply knowledge of cultural diversity in planning and implementing nursing care.
2. Provide nursing care to patients with interferences in specific humaeeds in a manner that is empathetic, respectful of individual needs, and is unconditional iature.
3. Implement nursing interventions that facilitate physical and emotional independence of patients with interferences in humaeeds.
4. Implement nursing interventions that meet anticipatory needs of patients with interferences in humaeeds.
5. Collaborate with individuals and family members experiencing interferences in humaeeds when developing a plan of care.
6. Function as patient advocate for individuals experiencing interferences in humaeeds.
Teaching/Learning
1. Apply appropriate principles in meeting teaching/learning needs of individuals across the health-illness continuum.
2. Develop a teaching plan with consideration of developmental levels and resources for a client in the clinical setting.
Skills
1. Perform previously learned skills independently and with faculty supervision according to established criteria and critical thinking elements when providing
patient care.
2. Integrate cognitive, psychomotor and effective dimensions in the performance of the following skills:
-Intravenous medication administration
-Care of central lines
Responsibility/Accountability
1. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability as a provider of care to adults with specific need interferences.
IV. Methods of Instruction
Class discussion, critical thinking exercises, participation in clinical rotation group conferences (pre and post conferences); observation of selected clients in acute care settings; and computer assisted instructions and video programs.
V. Student Responsibilities
1. The instructional work of SANU 201P is designed for class/clinical attendance and participation.
2. Students are responsible for the content of all classes as outlined in the course syllabus, including announcements regarding policies and academic activities.
3. Students are expected to complete assigned readings, computer assisted instruction, and videos prior to each clinical experience. The student is responsible for all assigned content.
4. Students are expected to be present for all scheduled tests. In the event that a student is unable to attend a scheduled test, the student must:
a. Notify the faculty member regarding absence PRIOR to the scheduled time for the test.
b. In the event of an emergency on the day of the test, notify the faculty member as soon as possible.
c. Tests are to be made up at the discretion of the faculty.
5. Faculty reserve the right to change the test format when giving make-up test
VI. Course Requirements
A. Course Requirements
1. See course outline for specific reading assignments
2. Multiple choice and/or essay examinations
3. Class attendance
B. Final Grade Calculation
1. Care Plans (2 at 20 % each)…………………….……40%
2. Clinical Exam………………………………………25%
3. Practical skills exam..……………………………….25%
4. Patient Teaching Plan………………………………10%
C. Clinical and Laboratory Attendance
Attendance is required for all clinical and lab experiences. If a laboratory or clinical experience is missed, the student will be required to attend a make-up day at the time and date determined by the instructor (within 2 weeks after missing).
D. Grading Scale
|
1-12 Points Grade (TSMU) |
% of points |
Amount of right answers (of 60) |
Amount of right answers (of 100) |
Letter Grade (US) |
1-5 Mark (UA) |
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“12” |
97-100 |
60-58 |
97-100 |
A+ |
5+ (Excellent) |
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“11” |
93-96 |
57-55 |
93-96 |
A |
5 (Excellent) |
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“10” |
89-92 |
54-52 |
89-92 |
A– |
5– (Excellent) |
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“9” |
85-88 |
49-51 |
85-88 |
B+ |
4+ (Good) |
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“8” |
81-84 |
48-46 |
81-84 |
B |
4 (Good) |
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“7” |
76-80 |
45-43 |
76-80 |
C+ |
4 – (Good) |
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“6” |
72-75 |
42-40 |
72-75 |
C |
3+ (Satisfactory) |
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“5” |
68-71 |
39-37 |
68-71 |
D+ |
3 (Satisfactory) |
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“4” |
64-67 |
36-34 |
64-67 |
D |
3 – (Satisfactory) |
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“3” |
60-63 |
33-31 |
60-63 |
F |
2 (Failed) |
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“2” |
61 & less |
30 & less |
61 & less |
F |
1 (Failed) |
VII. Instructional Materials
A. Instruction Methods: Discussion, handouts, assigned readings, written assignments, lecture, independent learning modules, current nursing literature, computer programs and audio-visuals will be utilized to facilitate learning.
B. Required Textbooks:
- Ackley, B., & Ladwig, G. (2004). Nursing diagnosis handbook: A guide to planning care (6th ed.).
St. Louis ,MO - Ignatavicius, D. & Workman, L. (2006). Medical-surgical nursing: Critical thinking for collaborative care (5th ed.). Volume I & II.
Philadelphia - Pagana, K. D., & Pagana, T.J. (2005). Mosby’s diagnostic and laboratory test reference (5th ed.).
Philadelphia - Skidmore-Roth, L. (2005). Mosby’s drug guide for nurses.
St. Louis Philadelphia :Davis
C. Other Textbooks:
- Refer to your previous textbooks used in SNUR 301 (Nutrition) and SNUR 302
- (Pharmacology, including clinical calculation book).
XIII. Course Outline and Assignments
The schedule of course events (content, tests, assignment due dates) is subject to change in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Notice will be served if the schedule will vary.
III.COURSE CONTENT: practical HOURS
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N |
Theme |
Contact hours |
Instructor |
Date |
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1.
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Interventions and care of clients with hematological problems. |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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2.
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Interventions for clients with red blood cell disorders. |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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3.
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Interventions for clients with white blood cell disorders. |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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4.
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Assessment of the Respiratory System. Interventions for clients requiring oxygen therapy or tracheostomy |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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5.
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Interventions for clients with noninfectious problems of the upper respiratory tract |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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6.
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Interventions for clients with noninfectious problems of the lower respiratory tract. Care plan I |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
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7.
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Interventions for clients with infectious problems of the lower respiratory tract. Care plan I |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
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8.
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Interventions for critically ill clients with respiratory problems |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
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9.
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Assessment of the Cardiovascular System. Interventions for clients with dysrhytmias |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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10.
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Interventions for clients with cardiac problems. Patient Teaching Plan |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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11.
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Interventions for clients with vascular problems. Patient Teaching Plan |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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12.
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Interventions for clients with cardiac problems |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
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13.
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Interventions for clients with shock. Care plan II |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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14.
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Interventions for critically ill clients with acute coronary syndromes. Care plan II |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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15.
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Assessment of the Musculoskeletal System |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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16.
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Interventions for clients with musculoskeletal problems. |
7 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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17.
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Interventions for clients with musculoskeletal trauma. |
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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18.
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Practical skills exam
|
4 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
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19.
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Clinical exam |
2 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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Together |
98 |
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IX. COURSE CONTENT: sTUDENT independent wORK
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# |
Theme |
Hours |
Instructor |
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1 |
Nursing process |
6 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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2 |
Nursing diagnosis |
6 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
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3 |
Nursing Care Plan |
6 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
4 |
Patient teaching |
6 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
5 |
Creation of teaching plan |
5 |
Dr. V. Horodetsky |
|
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Together |
29 |
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Prepared by Olga Usynska, Nataliya Haliyash
Aug.4, 2007
Approved by Department of General Patient Care. Minute #____1____ from ____Aug. 30, 2007
Revised by Department of General Patient Care. Minute #____8____ from ____Jan. 11, 2008__
Revised by Department of Clinical Immunology, Allergology and General Patient Care. Minute #____12____ from ____June 10, 2009__
