Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Nursing Practice 1 PG (11661.1)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Online real-time |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Nursing | Post Graduate Level | Band 1 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 1 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate foundational knowledge of pharmacology in relation to pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and metabolism of drugs;
2. Exhibit foundational knowledge of pathophysiology in relation to Infection, inflammation, the immune system and the musculoskeletal system;
3. Synthesise foundational knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology in relation to vital signs assessments;
4. Demonstrate foundational knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology in relation to the cardiac and respiratory systems;
5. Translate foundational knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology in relation to case studies; and
6. Exhibit foundational knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology in relation to the integumentary, gastrointestinal, renal and urinary systems.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - apply their knowledge to working with Indigenous Australians in socially just ways
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
Must be enrolled in HLM601 Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry).Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | Online real-time | Dr Ash Smyth |
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | Online real-time | Dr Ash Smyth |
Required texts
Physiology/Pathophysiology textbook
Craft, J., Gordon, C., Huether, S. E., McCance, K. L., & Brashers, V. L. (2022). Understanding Pathophysiology Australia and New Zealand Edition (4th edition). Elsevier
https://theschoollocker.com.au/elsevier-understanding-pathophysiology-anz-4e-eaq
Pharmacology textbook
Broyles, B., Pleunik, S., Page, R., Badoer, E., Reiss, B. & Evans, M. (2023). Pharmacology in nursing (4th Australian and New Zealand ed.). Cengage Learning Australia.
https://theschoollocker.com.au/cengage-learning-pharmacology-in-nursing-4e
Note: Both of this textbooks are essential, required reading for your pathophysiology/pharmacology units.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
To pass this unit, students must:
Submit all assessment items, and
Attend 80% of scheduled workshops/tutorials, and
Achieve 50% overall
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage
Students are not permitted to use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in assessments for this unit.
GenAI may only be used in authorised ways when completing assessments at UC. This means that GenAI can only be used for an assessment when:
- the Unit Convener has authorised GenAI use for that assessment
- the student uses GenAI in the way that the assessment instructions allow
- the student fully acknowledges their use of GenAI, with proper citations, references and a GenAI Acknowledgement Statement in line with the assessment instructions.
Where the assessment instructions do not specifically state that GenAI may be used and how, then its use is not permitted for that assessment. Students must still provide the required GenAI Acknowledgement Statement to indicate whether GenAI has or has not been used in the preparation of the assessment. If unsure, students should seek advice from the Unit Convener.
The GenAI for Students Links to an external site. Library Guide provides further information, including how to reference GenAI.
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.
UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).
UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.
Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Participation requirements
It is expected that students participate in all learning opportunities in this unit, inclusive of all timetabled activities.Assessment items are linked to the unit learning outcomes, the NMBA Registered Nurse standards for practiceand professional codes. Therefore, all students are expected to attend and actively participate in all learningactivities scheduled for this unit. Student can self-select their preferred classes via the Allocate+ system.
Students are expected to attend their allocated workshop/tutorial (and seminar in INC units) with a minimum of80% attendance to scheduled classes required in order to pass the unit.
Failure to meet the attendancerequirements of this unit will result in a NC grade.
In the event that a student experiences extenuatingcircumstances impacting on their ability to attend their allocated workshop the student must notify the unitconvenor via the unit email and provide documentary evidence to support their absence.
Approved absences, supported by documentary evidence, will be determined at the discretion of the unit convenor.Where an approved absence is granted, the student will be advised of the required make up work and timeframe.
The theoretical underpinning of caring science is fundamental to ensure safe nursing practice. Completion of all learning modules, including directed and self-directed study, and active participation in workshops is expected. Participating in workshop discussions to clarify concepts and to develop confidence with professional communication and verbally expressing ideas can be helpful for students and also supports the learning of student peers (see NMBA RN standards for practice 2016 Standard 2 and related criterion
https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Codes-Guidelines-Statements/Professional-standards/registered-nurse-standards-for-practice.aspx)
Required IT skills
This unit involves online meetings in real time using the Virtual Room in your UCLearn teaching site. The Virtual Room allows you to communicate in real time with your lecturer and other students. To participate verbally, rather than just typing, you will need a microphone. For best audio quality we recommend a microphone and speaker headset. For more information and to test your computer, go to the Virtual Room in your UCLearn site and 'Join Course Room'. This will trigger a tutorial to help familiarise you with the functionality of the virtual room.
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
