Fundamental skills and knowledge for nursing and midwifery practice 2

This unit builds upon NUR1112 and introduces you to the pathophysiological changes that can impact on human health and the working of the human body across the lifespan.

You will be expected to use your knowledge of the structure and function of the healthy body to study the pathophysiological and psychosocial changes associated with various body systems. The safe pharmacological management of patients with conditions and illnesses associated with these systems is a key focus of this unit.

The unit provides you with the opportunity to question the evidence for fundamental nursing interventions and demonstrate a systematic and holistic approach to assessment and interpretation of findings.

In a preclinical simulated environment, you will practice patient assessment related to the conditions and illnesses of designated body systems, safe parenteral injection of medications, management of fluids and electrolytes (including intravenous fluids), venepuncture, indwelling catheter (IDC) insertion and management, wound management, stoma care and pressure injury surveillance.