92195 Adult Nursing: GIT and Orthopaedic

6cp; 5 weeks, 6hpw theoretical hours, 32 clinical hours

Requisite(s): 92191 Adult Nursing: Cardiovascular OR 92192 Adult Nursing: Respiratory
Undergraduate

This subject contributes to the overall course aims by integrating knowledge drawn from other course subjects and by continuing the development of students' knowledge and skills in the provision of adult nursing care. This subject provides the opportunity for students to develop generic nursing skills using clinical exemplars from the gastro-intestinal and/or musculo-skeletal systems which reflect current epidemiological trends in health care. The theoretical basis incorporates psychomotor skills development, patient assessment and the provision of nursing care based on current best nursing practice. The development of the relationship between the nurse and the patient will include transitions through health and illness, respect for cultural identity, ethical considerations and resource availability. The concept of clinical judgment in acute care settings continues to be developed in both the theory component and in clinical settings.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus
Spring semester, Kuring-gai campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $499.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,100.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2007 for Commonwealth-supported students who commenced after 2004 and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth supported places, and not all subjects are available to Commonwealth supported students. Domestic fee-paying students and international students should refer to the Fees webpage.

Access conditions

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