92713 Health Breakdown

6cp; intensive
Clinical studies subject
Postgraduate

This subject focuses on the development of an in-depth understanding of selected pathophysiological concepts and processes, such as: stress response; altered consciousness; impaired immunocompetence and nutrition; disruption of fluid, electrolytes and acid-base balance; altered gas exchange; and disruption of cardiac, renal and respiratory functions. The application of these processes and concepts provides a knowledge base for registered nurses to improve clinical judgments and decision making in the management of patients with complex changes in health status.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, Kuring-gai 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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