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92240 The Family in Health and Illness

4cp; 20 theoretical hours, mixed, 25 fieldwork hours
Requisite(s): 24 credit points of completed study in C10122 Bachelor of Nursing OR 24 credit points of completed study in C10123 Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
Undergraduate

A lifespan approach is used as the framework in which the stages of family life form the basis for an exploration of key social and health issues and the practice of family-centred nursing care. Psychosocial factors and the family's response to life stressors in both health and illness are discussed using a cross-disciplinary approach. Particular emphasis is given to maternal and infant care and the child-bearing family, issues to do with caring for a person with a developmental disability within the family, and the effect on families of the chronic illness of a family member. A health promotion perspective is used throughout.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
Autumn semester, Kuring-gai campus
Summer session, Kuring-gai campus


Detailed subject description.

Fee information

2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $346.83
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $1,500.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.083

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