NUR3310 Translation of nursing knowledge to complex acute care practice

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Apply knowledge of pathophysiological, psychological and psychosocial concepts to patients with complex and/or life threatening illness throughout the lifespan.

2. 2

   Demonstrate evidence-based knowledge of a range of complex health problems experienced by patients throughout the lifespan in a range of settings.

3. 3

   Identify and implement response systems for the deteriorating patient in the clinical setting.

4. 4

   Apply knowledge of appropriate therapeutic medications in terms of their mechanism of action, important aspects of pharmacokinetics, adverse effects, interactions and contraindications in the patient with complex and/or life threatening illness.

5. 5

   Demonstrate clinical judgement skills to identify, analyse and resolve clinical concerns in the patient with complex and/or life threatening illness.

6. 6

   Develop and implement patient-centred care appropriate to the needs and wishes of the patient and their family/carer, inclusive of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental state or other diverse needs.

7. 7

   Undertake complex nursing activities in a range of health settings, and apply appropriate principles of prioritising and time management appropriate to the clinical setting.

8. 8

   Critically reflect on decisions and judgements made to demonstrate accountability for informed patient care.

9. 9

   Practice with increasing independence in accordance with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMAC) Professional Standards for the Registered Nurse, Codes of ethics and Code of professional conduct for nurses.