Module: Nursing, Science, Art & Practice

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Nursing, Science, Art & Practice
Module Code	NS401 (ITS) / NUR1062 (Banner)
Faculty	Science & Health	School	Z-Nursing
Module Co-ordinator	-
Module Teachers	-
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	10
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

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Description

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to evaluate the nature of nursing and its position within the wider health care arena. In this module, key concepts in nursing are analysed using aspects of philosophical inquiry. Perspectives of nursing as a science, as an art and as a practice are used to elucidate how the conduct of nursing can be articulated. The evolution of theory and research and its contribution to the development of nursing knowledge is also examined. This module is a core module to the Bachelor of Nursing Studies programme and is delivered part-time to individuals with possession of a current An Bord Altranais registration. Students will be expected to participate in class and utilize the on-line learning resources provided.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyse key concepts that underpin clinical nursing practice.
2. Examine the nature of nursing practice and its evolving role in health care.
3. Evaluate sources of nursing knowledge as a basis for nursing care.
4. Explore research and knowledge development in nursing.
5. Formulate arguments for and against nursing as a science, art and practice.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Tutorial	7	No Description
Online activity	60	No Description
Independent Study	183	No Description
Total Workload: 250

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	0%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Portfolio	In order to pass this assessment, students will complete a portfolio workbook where they will have to create a cumulative document which represents the outcome of the student’s learning from the suggested material provided throughout the programme. Entry in the portfolio workbook can be done weekly or at a time which suits the student. Students will be given detailed instructions on how to complete their portfolio workbook.	100%

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category -

Indicative Reading List

Edwards, S.: 2001, Philosophy of Nursing: an Introduction, Palgrave, London,
McKenna,H.,Cutliffe, J., Slevin,O.: 2009, Nursing Models, Theories and Practice (Vital notes for nurses), Palgrave Macmillan, London,
Basford, L., Slevin, O.: 2003, Theory and Practice of Nursing. An Integrated Approach to Caring Practice, 2nd Edition, Nelson Thornes, Cheltenham,
Allen, D.: 2001, The Changing Shape of Nurisng Practice: the Role of Nurses in the Hospital Division of Labour., Routledge, London,
Benner, P.: 1984, From Novice to Expert: Excellence and Power in Clinical Nursing Practice, Menlo Park, California,
Benner, P., Tanner, C.A., & Chelsea, C.A. .: 1996, Expertise in nursing practice: Caring, clinical judgement and ethics., Springer, New York,
Lattimer, J.: 2000, The conduct of care., Blackwell Science, Oxford,

Other Resources

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