NUR1114 Fundamental skills and knowledge for nursing and midwifery practice 2
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
NUR1114 Fundamental skills and knowledge for nursing and midwifery practice 2 is a level 1, 12-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Peninsula. It needs NUR1112 and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton, Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 45%
- and 4 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before NUR1114
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After NUR1114
2 units list NUR1114 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Overview
This unit builds upon NUR1112 and introduces students to the pathophysiological changes that can impact human health and the working of the human body across the lifespan.
Students will be expected to use their 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 students 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, students 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 IV), venepuncture, IDC insertion and management, wound management, stoma care and pressure injury surveillance.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Peninsula | On campus |
Assessment
- Open Notes Final Examination (3 hours) (40%)ExamThreshold hurdle40%
- Medication Calculation exam (30 minutes) (5%)ExamCompetency hurdle5%
- Clinical Skills Assessment (Safe Administration of Medication) (30 mins) (10%)OtherCompetency hurdle10%
- Moodle Based Learning Activities - (5 tasks each worth 2%) (10%)Other10%
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy Test (40 minutes) (15%)In class test15%
- Clinical placement (20%)OtherCompetency hurdle-
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the normal structure and function of body systems as they affect health across the lifespan, including how the lymphoid system responds to microbes and infection;
- 2
Identify the normal structure and function of the musculoskeletal system and the nursing/midwifery practice considerations related to associated musculoskeletal conditions.
- 3
Outline the normal structure and function of the endocrine system and the associated nursing/midwifery practice considerations in the management of related disease processes;
- 4
Outline the normal structure and function of the digestive system, metabolism and associated nursing/midwifery practice considerations related to minor gastrointestinal conditions;
- 5
Describe the normal structure and function of the urinary system and fluid balance, electrolyte balance and the nursing/midwifery practice considerations involving urinary tract conditions;
- 6
Identify the components of the reproductive system and their functions;
- 7
Plan and implement fundamental nursing care to meet the needs of patients with common and important illnesses including renal, gastrointestinal and endocrine conditions;
- 8
Demonstrate safe, evidenced based clinical practice integrating theoretical principles and procedural skills;
- 9
Demonstrate safe, evidenced based principles of medication management related to patient safety.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions8 hours
- Workshops9 hours
- Lectures37 hours
- Practical activities18 hours
- Tutorials18 hours
10 hours of teacher facilitated study per week, including 4 hours of lectures, 1 hour of nursing workshops, 1 hour of on-campus clinical learning environment time, 2 hours of bioscience tutorials and 2 hours of bioscience practicals (fortnight).
12 hours of student directed private study per week.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mrs Monica O'Halloran
- Unit Coordinators
- Mrs Monica O'Halloran
- Mrs Nicole Pope
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for NUR1114?
You need NUR1112 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after NUR1114?
NUR1114 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including MID2000 and NUR2225.
When is NUR1114 offered?
In 2020, NUR1114 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton and Peninsula.
Does NUR1114 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 45% of the final mark, alongside 5 other tasks.