Orientation Practice in Basics of Nursing (2 cr)

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Objective

Purpose of the course
In this unit, you will learn how to apply theories of nursing care and use of assistive technology in a simulation environment.

Competences of the course
Clinical competence
Learning and information management competence
Patient safety and quality assurance competence

Learning outcomes of the course
You practice nursing techniques while taking into account aseptics and ergonomics. You are able to meet the basic needs of patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds through safe nursing care methods. You familiarize yourself with methods of professional interaction with patients, while taking into account multiculturalism and other diversities.

Content

Aseptic working methods in nursing
Ergonomic patient handling techniques and assistive technologies
Patient hygiene needs and enabling patient autonomy
Measuring vital signs
Management of voiding and elimination
Basic nursing interventions in nutrition
Basic laboratory samples
Injections and drug therapy

Materials

Potter, P. A. & Perry A. G. 2015 Basic nursing. Essentials for practice. St. Louis (MO): Mosby

Teaching methods

Contact learning: simulation practice in laboratory classroom
Skill test with peer evaluation

Student workload

Laboratory classes and skill test 48 h
Independent learning 8 h

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass
You are able to interact with patients professionally. You are able to identify the patients' needs and respond to them through relevant and appropriate nursing interventions, while taking into account patient safety. You apply asepstics and ergonomics in nursing.

Further information

Open Studies 5