Overview

This unit builds on NUR2225, NUR2226, NUR2228 and NUR2229 introducing students to the nursing management of patients with complex and/or life threatening problems across the lifespan. The unit will focus on the integration of advanced health assessment skills, clinical application of evidence-based practice and ethical principles in the management of … For more content click the Read More button below. Pathophysiology, pharmacology, and healthcare interventions will be critically evaluated in the context of complex healthcare issues. This approach will complement the extensive clinical experience that students will undertake during this unit. In simulated and actual clinical settings, students will apply diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative techniques associated with caring for a person with a complex body system health breakdown in a range of settings.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S1-01-PENINSULA-ON-CAMPUS
S1-FF-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
S1-FF-PENINSULA-FLEXIBLE

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Ms Amy Koenig

Unit Coordinator(s)

Ms Rosie Wotherspoon
Ms Amy Koenig

Assessment summary

  • iSAP Case Study (20%)
  • On-line simulation scenario (10%)
  • Written examination (3 hours) (40%) (Hurdle)
  • Clinical Placement (200 hours) (30%) (Hurdle)
  • Clinical Learning Environment (CLE) (80% attendance) (Hurdle)

Assessment in this unit includes hurdle assessment tasks. Failure of any hurdle assessment task may result in failure of the unit.

Workload requirements

Workload
Fieldwork

Other unit costs

Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Protective clothing:
- Clinical uniform, Monash University logo polo shirt, $49.95
Important note :
Working with Children Check is required and is valid for the course - no charge
A National Police Check is also required and must be renewed annually - $30

Availability in areas of study

Nursing
Nursing and midwifery