ERNOPIL STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY

 

INSTITUTE OF NURSING

 

INTERNATIONAL NURSING SCHOOL

 

DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY, ALLERGOLOGY

 

AND GENERAL PATIENT CARE

 

 

 

“CONFIRMED”

 

Vice-rector of TSMU

 

Prof. Ihor R. Mysula

 

M.D., Ph.D, D.M.

 

24.06.2009

 

 

 

Syllabus: Autumn 2009

 

 

 

Nursing Care of Adults I

 

 

 

For the 2nd year ADN students

 

Specialty 5.12010102 „Nursing”

 

 

 

Structural Academic Plan

Course

Semester

Amount of hours

Control A

Total

 

Self preparations

lectures

Practical training

2

1

187

0

144

53

credit

 

 

The program was composed by Assistant Prof. N.V. Revchuk, MD, MMS, BSN

 

 

 

The program was discussed at Department meeting. Minute ¹ 12 from June 10, 2009.

 

The Head of department                                                                   Prof. I. Ya. Hospodarsky, MD, D.M.

 

 

 

The program was confirmed at Nursing School cycle methodological commission. Minute ¹7 from June 23, 2009.

 

The Head of commission                                                              As. Prof. Yastremska S.O., Ph.D, BSN

 

 

 

Ternopil 2009

 

 

 

 

Faculty

                 Office Telephone No.:  +380 352 430927

           E-mail: [email protected]

 

 

 

I.          Course Description

 

            9.6 hrs practical per week (for 15 week semester)

            US Credit hours: 3

UA: Total hours 187

Contact hours: 144

Practical classes hours: 144

ECTS credits: 6

 

 

            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 human need interferences.

                        2.         Plan care consistent with goals, recognizing the interrelatedness of basic human needs.

                        Nursing Process

1.         Apply the nursing process as a framework for determining nursing care for adult patients experiencing interferences in human needs 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 human needs within the nursing process framework.

3.         Formulate and prioritize actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.

4.         Construct measurable goals for individuals experiencing interferences in human needs.

5.         Plan nursing 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 human needs 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 human needs in a manner that is empathetic, respectful of individual needs, and is unconditional in nature.

                        3.         Implement nursing interventions that facilitate physical and emotional independence of patients with interferences in human needs.

                        4.         Implement nursing interventions that meet anticipatory needs of patients with interferences in human needs.

                        5.         Collaborate with individuals and family members experiencing interferences in human needs when developing a plan of care.

                        6.         Function as patient advocate for individuals experiencing interferences in human needs.

                        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 (3 at 20 % each)…………………….……60%

2.                   Practical skills exam..………………………………..30%

3.                   Patient Teaching Plan………………………………10%

                       

 

D.                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).

 

 

            E.         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)

12”

97-100

60-58

97-100

A+

5+ (Excellent)

11”

93-96

57-55

93-96

A

5 (Excellent)

10”

89-92

54-52

89-92

A–

5– (Excellent)

9”

85-88

49-51

85-88

B+

4+ (Good)

8”

81-84

48-46

81-84

B

4 (Good)

7”

76-80

45-43

76-80

C+

4 – (Good)

6”

72-75

42-40

72-75

C

3+ (Satisfactory)

5”

68-71

39-37

68-71

D+

3 (Satisfactory)

4”

64-67

36-34

64-67

D

3 – (Satisfactory)

3”

60-63

33-31

60-63

F

2 (Failed)

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: Mosby.

                        Ignatavicius, D. & Workman, L. (2006). Medical-surgical nursing: Critical

thinking for collaborative care (5th ed.). Volume I & II. Philadelphia: Saunders.

                        Pagana, K. D., & Pagana, T.J. (2005). Mosby’s diagnostic and laboratory test

                                   reference (5th ed.). Philadelphia: Mosby.

                        Skidmore-Roth, L. (2005). Mosby’s drug guide for nurses. St. Louis: Mosby.

                        Thomas, C.L. (Ed.). (2001). Taber’s cyclopedic medical dictionary (19th ed.).

                                   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

 

N

Theme

Contact hours

Instructor

Date

Group 1

 

1.   

Fluid and Electrolytes:

Balance and Distribution

5

Dr .Horodetskyy

01/09/2009

2.   

Preoperative Nursing Management

5

Dr. Petrenko

03/09/2009

3.   

Intraoperative Nursing Management

7

Dr. Petrenko

04/09/2009

4.   

End-of-Life Care

7

Dr .Horodetskyy

08/09/2009

5.   

Postoperative Nursing Management

Pain Management

7

Dr. Petrenko

09/09/2009

6.   

Shock and Multisystem Failure

7

Dr .Horodetskyy

11/09/2009

7.   

Oncology: Nursing Management in Cancer Care

5

Dr. Petrenko

14/09/2009

8.   

Management of patients with rheumatic disorders

Care plan I (validation)

5

Dr .Horodetskyy

17/09/2009

9.   

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome

Care plan I (class 2)

7

Dr .Horodetskyy

21/09/2009

10.      

Management of patients with allergic disorders

5

Dr .Horodetskyy

22/09/2009

11.      

Assessment of immune function

Care plan I (class 1)

5

Dr .Horodetskyy

24/09/2009

12.      

Assessment and Management of Female Physiologic Processes

5

Dr. Petrenko

25/09/2009

13.      

Management of Patients With Female Reproductive Disorders

Care plan II (class 1)

7

Dr. Petrenko

30/09/2009

14.      

Assessment and Management of Patients With Breast Disorders

Care plan II (class 2)

5

Dr. Petrenko

02/10/2009

15.      

Assessment and Management of Problems Related to Male Reproductive Processes

7

Dr. Petrenko

05/10/2009

16.      

Chronic Illness

Principles and Practices of Rehabilitation

Health Care of the Older Adult

Care plan II (validation)

7

Dr .Horodetskyy

07/10/2009

17.      

Assessment of Integumentary Function

5

Dr. Iavorska

12/10/2009

18.      

Management of Patients With Dermatologic Problems

7

Dr. Iavorska

13/10/2009

19.      

Management of Patients With Burn Injury

5

Dr .Horodetskyy

15/10/2009

20.      

Assessment and Management of Patients With Diabetes Mellitus

7

Dr .Horodetskyy

16/10/2009

21.      

Assessment and Management of Patients With Acute Complications of Diabetes

Care plan III (class 1)

5

Dr .Horodetskyy

20/10/2009

22.      

Assessment and Management of Patients With Long-Term Complications of Diabetes

Care plan III (class 2)

7

Dr .Horodetskyy

21/10/2009

23.      

Assessment and Management of Patients With Disorders of Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands

7

Dr. Iavorska

23/10/2009

24.      

Assessment and Management of Patients With Disorders of Adrenal and Pituitary Glands

PPT

Care plan III (validation)

5

Dr. Iavorska

26/10/2009

 

together

144

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepared by                                                                   

 

Jun. 11, 2008

Approved by Department of General Patient Care. Minute #____12____ from Jun. 10, 2009

Revised by Department of General Patient Care. Minute

 

Head of the Department                                        Associated Prof. Svitlana Yastremska, MD, Ph.D, BSN