Towards Nursing Finnish 1 (2cr)

Objective

After completing the course, students will: - recognize and use key nursing terminology related to the course themes - be able to apply the terminology in simple interactive situations - be able to compile and maintain their own vocabulary portfolio (pocket notebook) - understand basic nursing terminology and be able to use it in practical situations.

Content

The themes and exercises in this course focus on the key vocabulary and interaction situations in nursing. The course covers anatomy, particularly visible body parts and the most important internal organs. In addition, students will learn about diets and nutrition, excretion, and basic care equipment and aids used for mobility, patient transfer, and eating. Students will practice vocabulary related to basic illnesses and symptoms, as well as reporting on basic vital signs. In terms of medication, the course covers vocabulary related to enteral medication, and pain management is addressed through the use of a pain scale. In addition, students learn sensory verbs. Interaction skills are practiced in areas such as making appointments and interviewing and giving instructions to patients. All themes are practiced by learning vocabulary and applying it in practical interaction situations.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The course is graded as passed/failed. To pass, all parts of the course must be completed (e.g., videos, assignments, tests), the vocabulary portfolio must be submitted, and the self-assessment must be completed.