Prerequisites
HBM1202 - Anatomy and Physiology 2
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Apply novice level evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning to focused assessments, associated symptoms and planning of care and evaluation using person-centred principles across the lifespan including people of diversity and different cultures; | ||
2. | Demonstrate primary and secondary assessments used to identify the elements of clinical deterioration and timely reporting using documentation and clinical handover; | ||
3. | Demonstrate accurate calculation of drug doses for safe medication administration; | ||
4. | Identify common groups of medications and their related pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics; and | ||
5. | Apply effective therapeutic communication skills with patients, families and intraprofessional and interprofessional healthcare teams to ensure the provision of safe quality care. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Other | Medication Calculation and Rights Test (hurdle) | 0% |
Assignment | Case Study (1500 words) | 45% |
Other | Part A: OSCA Physical assessment (30%) Part B: Self-assessment and reflection of their OSCA (25%) (400 words) | 55% |
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