Opinto-opas

Osaamistavoitteet

The student is able to
- apply their knowledge of changes related to ageing, health risk factors and most common illnesses of the elderly in their nursing care
- apply the principles and recommendations related to the assessment of the functional capacity, service needs of elderly patients and service guidance
- apply the main principles of rehabilitation and resource-oriented care while supporting health, functional capacity and care for elderly patients
- apply research data and recommendations in the planning, implementation and assessment of the quality of care for elderly patients
- describe and justify the most common examinations and procedures needed in the nursing care of elderly patients when the general condition of the elderly patient has suddenly deteriorated
- describe the special features of interaction and guidance in the nursing of elderly patients and patients with a memory disorders
- describe and justify the use of digital and technological aids in the monitoring and treating of the health of elderly patients and their rehabilitation

Toteutustapa

The orientation is mandatory. The study unit includes 1 YleSH exam, Gerontological theory test

NURSING CARE OF ELDERLY PATIENTS 4 cr

The course includes activating and participatory contact teaching, casework, workshop and simulations and online assignments.

SCHEDULE CHANGES ARE STILL POSSIBLE!

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