Course Title: Confirm physical health status
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2013
Course Code: NURS5236C
Course Title: Confirm physical health status
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5313 - Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled-Division 2 Nursing)
Course Contact: Leeanne Mond
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4932
Course Contact Email: leeanne.mond@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
City Campus:
- Simone Allison
- Email: simone.allison@rmit.edu.au
- Phone: 03 9925 4809
Bundoora Campus:
- Erica Keen
- Email: erica.keen@rmit.edu.au
- Phone: 03 9925 6649
Nominal Hours: 90
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
This unit of competency does not require pre-requisites.
This unit of competency is a pre-requisite for other units within the Diploma of Nursing Program.
Course Description
This unit of competency describes a detailed level of knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to confirm physical health status.
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge with the aid on summative assessments online and practical assessments.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status |
Element: |
1. Obtain information about physical health status |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Work with a detailed understanding of the structure and functioning of body systems 2.1 Use detailed knowledge of the structure and functioning of body systems to check health status prior to delivering health intervention or service in line with plan of care 3.1 Identify a range of signs and symptoms of variations from normal health status using standard methods and protocols |
Learning Outcomes
Students will be presented with;
- Information relating to structure and function (Anatomy and Physiology) of the human body.
- Common problems of the human body.
- Factors which impact physical health.
Students will be able to confirm the physical health status of individuals presenting with different conditions, using anatomical and physiological information.
Details of Learning Activities
Refer to the latest timetable on Blackboard for actual days.
Learning Strategies will be in the form of:
• Lecture
• Small Group Work
• Facilitated Class Discussion
• Self-directed learning
• Presentations
• Formal Classroom
Teaching Schedule
Lesson 1: Cell and Integumentary System
Label the diagram of the animal cell. List the functions of the structures of the cell.
Name the structural components and describe the function of the integumentary system and the components. Label a diagram of the skin.
Lesson 2: Respiratory System
List the major components of the Respiratory System and briefly the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of Respiration (Internal & External respiration). Describe the gaseous exchange. Label a diagram of the respiratory System
Lesson 3: Cardiovascular System (Heart and blood)
List the major components of the CVS and briefly describe the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of the circulatory system. List major structural features of the heart and state function of each in the maintenance of circulation. Explain the cardiac cycle. Label a diagram of the heart.
Lesson 4: Cardiovascular System (Vessels)
List the major components of the CVS and briefly describe the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of the circulatory system. List major structural features of the heart and state function of each in the maintenance of circulation. Explain the cardiac cycle. Label a diagram of the heart.
Identify the components of blood, state their functions. Discuss blood groups. Describe the life cycle of a blood cell.
Outline the role of the white blood cells in immunity.
Lesson 5: Urinary System
List the major components of the Urinary System and briefly describe the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of the Renal System. List major structural features of the organs of the Renal System. Label a diagram of the Renal System. Describe the structure and function a nephron, label a diagram of a nephron. Describe the formation of urine.
Lesson 6: Condtions affecting the skin
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the Integumentary System e.g.: impetigo, dermatitis, scabies Describe the pathophysiology
Lesson 7: Conditions affecting the cardivascular system and blood
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the CVS. Describe the pathophysiology of the following: AMI, CCF, Angina, IHD, Arteriosclerosis, Hypertension,
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the blood and lymphatic system
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the Respiratory System. Describe the pathophysiology of the following: Upper respiratory tract infections, Pneumonia/Pleurisy, Bronchitis, Pulmonary Oedema, Asthma, Atelectasis, Emphysema Lung Cancer and other smoking related conditions.
Lesson 8: Digestive System
List the major components of the Digestive System. List major structural features of the organs of digestion including the accessory organs of digestion.
Lesson 9: Conditions affecting the Respiratory System
Describe the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of the digestive system. State function of the organs of digestion including the accessory organs.
Lesson 10: Musculo-Skeletal System
Describe the characteristics of bone. Define the axial and the appendicular skeleton, and label a diagram. State the function and characteristics of bone and the skeleton. Identify the major components of the muscular Skeletal System: bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons & ligaments. Describe the 3 types of muscles and state their functions. List and identify the 5 types of joints. Label a diagram of a typical joint.
Lesson 11:Conditions affecting the Digestive System
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the organs of digestion. Describe the pathophysiology of common conditions affecting the GI tract including for example: cancers, ulcers, colitis, appendicitis (appendectomy) haemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Cholecystitis, Bowel irregularities, Hernias, IBS, Stomatis, and Gastroenteritis.
Lesson 12: Nervous System
List the major components of the Nervous System and briefly describe the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of the Nervous system. State the functional divisions of the nervous System: CNS, PNS, SNS, PSNS. Label a diagram of a typical nerve. Label a diagram of the lobes of the brain. Describe the reflex arc.
Lesson 13: Special Senses and conditions affecting special senses
Name the major structural components and function of the eye and the ear. Explain the physiology of normal vision, hearing and equilibrium. Label a diagram of the eye and ear. Discuss the sense of smell and taste.
Describe the pathophysiology of common conditions affecting the ear e.g: otitis media, impairment, Meniere’s Disease, Eye e.g: myopia, impairment, cataracts, glaucoma
Lesson 14: Endocrine System and conditions affecting
Identify the components of the Endocrine system. Differentiate between exocrine & endocrine glands. Label a diagram of the major endocrine glands, and identify the hormones they secrete and their functions
Lesson 15: Reproductive System
List the major components of the Male and Female Reproductive System and briefly describe the functions of each. Discuss the physiology of the Reproductive System. List major structural features of the organs, and state function of each
Describe the menstrual cycle. Describe the process of fertilisation- ejaculation, peristalsis, fusion of sperm/ovum, zygote & embryo.
Lesson 16: Lymphatic and Immunity System and conditions affecting Lymphatic and Immune System
Name the major components of the Lymphatic system. Describe their structure and functions.
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the lymphatic and Immune systems.
Lesson 17: Conditions affecting the Musculo-Skeletal System
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the Musculo-Skeletal System. Discuss fractures and classification of fractures. Describe the pathophysiology of the following: Muscular Dystrophy, Osteoporosis, Osteomyelitis, Gout, Paget’s Disease, Rheumatoid and Osteo-arthritis.
Lesson 18: Conditions affecting the Nervous System
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the Endocrine System. Describe the pathophysiology of the following conditions resulting from an over secretion and under secretion of the major glands including the Islets of Langerhans, Pituitary, Thyroid, Adrenals, Parathyroid glands and the Gonads.
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the Nervous System. Describe the Pathophysiology of common conditions affecting the Nervous System including for example: Stroke, Head injuries/Trauma, Meningitis, Epilepsy, Multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease.
Lesson 19: Conditions affecting the Reproductive System and Urinary System
Describe the major clinical manifestations associated with disorders of the organs of reproduction. Describe the pathophysiology of common conditions affecting the reproductive System, including for example: Endometriosis, Malignancies (including breast), Ectopic Pregnancy, Uterine Prolapse, Sexually transmitted diseases, Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostatitis, Epididymitis, and Prostatic cancers. Discuss the issues of male and female infertility.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Marieb, E. (2009) Essentials of anatomy and physiology. San Francisco: Benjamin Cummings Textbook and Colouring book |
References
Recommended Readings
• Brown, D., Edwards, H. (eds) 2005, Lewis’s medical surgical nursing; assessment and management of clinical problems, Elsevier Mosby |
Other Resources
All powerpoints are posted on student Blackboard
Overview of Assessment
To meet the requirements of this course, students must
- successfully complete 12 online tests directed to 12 different organ systems
- perform client assessments on people presenting with different conditions
Assessment Tasks
Written Examination - 60%
Pop Quiz - 20%
Case Study - 20%
Assessment Matrix
All assessment tasks must have a competent outcome before a grade can be awarded for this course
All written assessment must have a 60% grade to be deemed competent
- 60 - 69 - CAG
- 70 - 79 - CC
- 80 - 89 - CDI
- 90 - 100 -CHD
Other Information
Classroom attendance of 80% requirement
This course must have competency grade awarded before commencing phase 2 of the program
If deemed Not Yet Competent (NYC) student will be unable to commence phase 2 of the program
Delivery : Nominal hours 90
• Classroom 60hrs
• Online 12hrs
• Self-directed learning 18hrs
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