Evaluating the Need for Treatment and Utilizing Digital Services at a Nurse's ReceptionLaajuus (4 cr)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
• describe the principles of reliably assessing the need for care at a nurse's reception
• describe and justify clinical research and data collection methods in assessing the care needs of clients of different ages
• describe the principles of recommending further treatment so that the patient can receive help in a timely and effortless manner
• apply their knowledge of the safe implementation of minor procedures in an out-patient clinic
• assess and compare the suitability of electronic services and digital solutions from the perspective of different user groups
• use and utilise electronic services, digital solutions and remote technology in client care and to support decision-making
• plan successful online interactions and service situations and digital care paths using different applications and environments
• guide clients with self-care and as users of digital services, as producers and holders of their health data
• plan, implement and evaluate group guidance together with clients and other operators
• utilise evidence-based information and recommendations in their work at a nurse’s reception

Content

(4 ECTS; 6,8 Chinese credits)
Total 1 course: 108 hours: 40 offline lessons; 4 online lessons; 64 hours independent work, group work, pair work,
practical work

Content
• Assessment of Care Needs
• Assessment of the need of the care on phone and in chat
• Special features of medication treatment at the nurse's reception
• Application of Electronic Services and Digital Solutions in Nursing, e.g. VirtualVisit; Remote Reception

Materials

Literature: Sawyer Sommers, M. 2022. Davis's Diseases & Disorders
A Nursing Therapeutics Manual. F.A Davis.

Further information

Methods:
The course includes lectures and workshops (on campus/online) and independent work on Canvas digital learning environment. There are assignments in the Canvas workspace, some of which require submission, while others only require you to take notes using the materials and support questions provided.

The content of the module consists of independently studied topics, a case assignment, online discussions, knowledge tests, and a final test.

Lecturer: Kirsi Tulus, Master of Medical Science - Caring Sciences

Accomplishment methods

Assessment: F– 1–5