Pathophysiology of Critical Illness PG (7212.4)
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| 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 knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiology of disease processes commonly seen in critically ill patients; and
2. Use a problem solving approach to design a plan of care to meet the identified health care needs of the critically ill patient and their family.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
Skills development
This unit brings together the application of generic skills and attributes along with professional competencies which specifically address communication, analysis and inquiry, problem solving, professionalism working independently and with others, and social responsibility.
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Required texts
Bryant, B. Knights, K. (2015). Pharmacology for Health Professionals. 4th Ed. Sydney: Mosby, Elsevier. Library Call Number: RM300.B79 2011
McCance, K., Huether, S., Brashers V., Rote. N. (2015). Pathophysiology, The Biologic Basis For Disease in Adults and Children (7th ed.). St Paul MO, Mosby Elsevier. ISBN 9780323088541
Urden, L., Stacy, K. & Lough, M. (2014). Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management (7th ed) Sydney, Mosby, Elsevier. Library Call Number: RT120.I5.T48 2014
Elliot D., Aitken L., Chaboyer, W. ( 2015). ACCCN's Critical Care Nursing. (3rd Ed.). Sydney, Elsevier. Library Call Number: b162661Morton, P.G., Fontaine, D., Hudak, C.M, and Gallo, B.M. ( 2014). Critical Care Nursing: An Holistic Approach (10th ed.). Philadelphia, Wolter Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Recommended:
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. (6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author. Library Call Number: BF76.7.P83 2010
Bernstein, A. D. and Soni, N. (2013). Oh's Intensive Care Manual (7th ed.). China, Butterworth, Heineman, Elsevier. Library Call Number: RC86.8.I56 2009
Curtis, K., Ramsden, C. & Friendship, J. (2015). Emergency and trauma care nursing (2nd Ed). Sydney, Elsevier. Library call number: RT120.E4.E43 2007
Thompson, P. (2010). Coronary Care Manual. Sydney: Churchill Livingstone, Elsevier. Library Call Number: RC685.C6.T46 2011.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Nursing Extensions
Students can apply for an extension to the submission due date for an assessment item through extenuating, evidenced circumstances (specific details are found in the Assessment Procedures).
Extensions must be applied for before the due date. Documentary evidence (e.g. medical certificate) will be expected for an extension to be granted, however this will not guarantee that the application will be successful. The Unit Convener or relevant Program Director will decide whether to grant an extension and the length of the extension.
An Assignment Extension Form is available from the Student Forms page.
Students must submit the request for extenuating circumstances to the Unit Convener at the earliest possible opportunity, no later than 5 working days before the scheduled due date of the assessment.
Late submission of assignments without an approved extension will result in a penalty of 5% reduced marks from the total available per calendar day late. An assessment submitted over 7 days late without an extension will not be accepted.
For deferred examinations and deferred OSCE/OSCA, applications (together with any supporting evidence and a declaration by the student affirming that they have no knowledge of the content of the initial examination) must be lodged within 3 days of the scheduled examinations.
Intra-semester deferred examination and OSCE/OSCA deferral applications must be sent directly to the Unit Convener. Final exam deferral applications must be sent directly to the Timetabling and Examinations Office.
Moderation
All units undergo internal moderation procedures to review assessments, content, learning outcomes and structure. Marking standardisation techniques are used to ensure that different markers within the unit can achieve maximum agreement across grade bands using samples of randomly selected student work.
1. All assessment activities which result in grades of High Distinction (85% or more) will be marked by two different assessors.
2. All assessment activities which result in a Fail (NX) grade of (40-49%) will be blind marked by two different assessors.
3. All assessment activities which result in grades less than 45% will be marked by one assessor.
4. Any failed piece of assessment that leads to an overall fail grade for the unit will be marked by a second assessor.
Attendance (new units)
In order to achieve a pass grade, students must participate in 80% of the scheduled seminars/workshops for this unit of study. Students who do not meet this requirement due to extenuating circumstances must submit evidence (ie. medical certificate) of these circumstances for consideration of the unit convener within 3 days of any absence from scheduled classes. Students who experience genuine unanticipated extenuating circumstances after the census date are likely to be supported to withdraw late from the unit without penalty.
Academic integrity
Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.
To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.
Use of Text-Matching Software
The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.
Participation requirements
Students are expected to attend and contribute to the virtual intensives, access the online resources and interact with online presentations. Your activity is tracked by the convenor, your participation is required for successful completion of this unit. Please let the convenor know in advance if you are unable to attend the Blackboard Collaborate sessions.
Required IT skills
Students will require knowledge of outlook, word, powerpoint and internet applications. Students will need to have good internet access and be prepared with a camera and microphone for Blackboard collaborate sessions. Instructios will be provided on the unit site.
In-unit costs
To calculate your unit fees see: How do I calculate my fees?. The online UC Co-op Textbook Search is available for purchasing text books.
Work placement, internships or practicums
Patient and organisational confidentiality and professional and ethical standards must always be maintained, following all legislative requirements including when completing assessment items like reports or essays.
