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Module Title Practice Module 5A
Module Code NS4523
School School of Nursing and Human Sciences

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Veronica LambertOffice NumberH268A
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 15
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

This first internship module will enable the student to consolidate completed theoretical and practical learning by accepting increasing independence and responsibility in caring for patients (adults/children) and their families. This will support the achievement of clinical competence within the learning environment.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate increasing independence in nursing care delivery and decision making within scope of practice
2. Accept increasing responsibility for nursing care delivery to a caseload of patients (adults/children) and their families
3. Demonstrate competence in more complex nursing procedures, including medication management
4. Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with patients (adults/children), their families and the multidisciplinary team in both adult and child care settings
5. Apply research findings to nursing practice
6. Identify personal support and professional development needs and access appropriate support resources



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Clinical placement63018 weeks in clincial practice: Students must attend 100% of their practice placement to successfully complete the placement. Students must attend a minimum of 80% of their practice placement to undertake a practice assessment
Independent Study72Reflective Practice: Protected reflective time: 4 hours per week
Total Workload: 702

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

Adult/Child Medical/Surgical Settings
In these settings students will have an opportunity to consolidate their completed theoretical and practical learning by accepting increased independence and responsibility in caring for patients (adults/children) and their families.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

    Other Resources

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