Perioperative Nursing

Unit code: HNB3219 | Study level: Undergraduate
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Online Self-Paced
HNB3141 - Nursing and Complex Care
RBM2202 - Pathophysiology & Quality Use of Medicines 2
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

Students are provided with a variety of learning options with which to interact in the unit. Issues around professional Perioperative Nursing and the different contemporary surgical and nursing specialities are explored in detail as students are taken on the patient's surgical journey from the decision to have surgery to the resolution of surgical sequelae. This unit enables students to explore areas of interest as well as building on foundational knowledge. It is designed to be interactive using multimedia as well as providing students with the latest information and resources in contemporary surgical and perioperative nursing trends.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Identify the role of the perioperative nurse and differentiate between the nursing roles in perioperative settings;
  2. Explain the role of the perioperative nurse in caring for people undergoing surgical and anaesthetic intervention in a variety of settings;
  3. Consolidate previous knowledge about surgery and anaesthesia and integrate into the care of people requiring a diversity of specialist surgical procedures;
  4. Explain the need for aseptic techniques in surgery;
  5. Identify the risks for patients and staff in the perioperative setting;
  6. Discuss the history and the professional growth of perioperative nursing;
  7. Recognise and explore perioperative nursing practice and identify areas for knowledge enrichment.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
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Grade: 40%
Two (2) Online Tests (30 mins each)
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 60%
ePortfolio (reflective case study) (2,000 words)

Required reading

Students are directed to resources as appropriate for each speciality area

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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