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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2017 - 2018
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Description This module is designed to build on the module Personal and Professional Development 1. It aims to provide the student with the opportunity to develop skills of effective study and academic writing, utilising a variety of information and technical sources which contribute to nursing knowledge and practice. Students will continue to work on their computer skills with particular emphasis on word processing and presentation software. The module also aims to enhance the students’ knowledge and understanding of the legal and professional frameworks and legal concepts that are significant for nursing practice. Students will consider these concepts in addition to relevant legislation and examine their application to clinical practice. Learning activities for this module will comprise lectures, face to face group tutorials, ‘hands-on’ computer labs and group work with peers. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the information sources and the skills needed for evidence-based practice, academic writing and the development of professional presentations. 2. Examine the basics of objective and goal setting and appreciate the importance of assessment and feedback. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the Irish Legal System and statutory legislation that are relevant to nursing practice. 4. Explore the concepts of duty of care, tort of negligence, confidentiality and consent with respect to all client groups and their implications for nursing practice. 5. Consider the implications for nursing of the Health and Safety Act, Mental Health Act, Child Legislation, Freedom of Information, Data Protection Act, and the Nurse’s Act. 6. Demonstrate knowledge of the contribution of health informatics to healthcare management and nursing practice. 7. Maintains accurate records of the nature and outcome of a brief intervention in a report or individuals medical chart. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Identifying literature and information sourcesAcademic and reflective writingHarvard referencing techniqueObjective and goal setting / Assessment, formative and summativeStudy skills, feedback and consultationStudent as a learner in the clinical environment (PAR)Using information technology for assessment submission and presentationsPrinciples of evidence-based practiceCriminal, Constitutional and Civil Law.Health and Safety Legislation, Mental Treatment Act and Mental Health Bill, Child Legislation, Freedom of Information Act and Data Protection.The Nurses Act, Nurses and Midwives Bill 2010 and An Bord AltranaisConsent, Confidentiality, Negligence, Documentation and Drug AdministrationHealth information and E. Health | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 27107, Website, Department of Health and Children, 0, www.dohc.ie, 27108, Website, Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland), 0, www.nursingboard.ie, 27109, Website, Irish Law Site at UCC, 0, www.irishlaw.org, 27110, Website, First Law, 0, www.firstlaw.ie, 27111, Website, Government of Ireland, 0, www.irlgov.ie, 27112, Website, The Law Society, 0, www.lawsociety.ie, 27113, Website, 0, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery, www.ncnm.ie, 27114, Website, 0, Health and Safety Authority, www.hsa.ie, 27115, Website, 0, Irish Legal Information Initiative, www.irlii.org, 27116, Website, 0, The Office of the Information Commissioner, www.oic.gov.ie, 27117, Website, 0, British and Irish Legal Information Institute, www.bailii.org, 27118, Website, 0, European Court of Human Rights, www.echr.coe.int/, 27119, Online Resource, DCU Library, 2012, DCU Library Guide to Harvard Style of Citing & Referencing, DCU, http://www.library.dcu.ie/LibraryGuides/Citing&ReferencingGuide/player.html, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Programme or List of Programmes |
BNCG | BSc in Children's & General Nursing |
BNGN | BSc in Nursing (General) |
BNID | BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) |
BNPY | BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) |
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