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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2021 - 2022
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Description This module provides students with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of medical and surgical conditions the Gastrointestinal, Musculoskeletal, Endocrine and special Senses systems. Students will consider the treatments and nursing care required by individuals with disorders of the Gastrointestinal, Musculoskeletal, and Endocrine and special Senses systems and they will explore the nursing skills that are essential for their care. The psychological and social aspects of these conditions as well as of nursing care will also be considered. The module is delivered through a combination of lectures, clinical skills sessions and tutorials | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Outline the principles of medical, surgical conditions and management of acute and chronic conditions associated with the above disorders. 2. Describe the principles of caring for individuals with disorders of Gastrointestinal, Endocrine, Musculoskeletal, Special Senses systems. 3. Perform the clinical skills deemed necessary for the nursing management of the above patient groups. 4. Identify the social and psychological aspects of these conditions and of the nursing care attached to them. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Biological aspects of disease:Biological aspects of disease and particular conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract, the endocrine system, the special senses system, and the musculoskeletal system.The nursing care of individuals with conditions of the Gastrointestinal, Endocrine, Special Senses and MusculoskeletalUse of the nursing process in providing appropriate care. Principles of medical and surgical procedures associated with the above conditions. Principles of acute and chronic care. Principles of pre and post operative care. Principles of wound care (acute and chronic), plaster care, pressure area care.Psychological aspects of disease and nursing care.Social aspects of disease and nursing care | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 44153, Report, Department of Health and Children, 2000, The National Health Promotion Strategy 2000-2005., Dublin, The Stationary Office., 44154, Report, Department of Health and Children, 2001, Quality and Fairness: a health system for you, Dublin, The Stationary Office, 44155, Report, Department of Health and Children, 2007, Quality and Fairness Report, a health system for you - Action Plan Progress Report 2006., Dublin, The Stationary Office, 44156, Report, Department of Health and Children, 2001, Primary Care, Dublin, The Stationary Office, 44157, Report, Department of Health and Children, 2008, Statement of Strategy 2008-2010, Dublin, The Stationary Office, 44158, Website, Department of Health and Children, 0, Department of Health, http://www.doh.ie, 44159, Website, 0, www.nursingboard.ie, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Programme or List of Programmes |
BNCG | BSc in Children's & General Nursing |
BNGN | BSc in Nursing (General) |
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