•   Basics of Clinical Nursing SN00BS18-3001 27.08.2021-07.11.2021  7 credits  (SNV221SN) +-
    Learning outcomes of the course
    The student is able to
    - apply research information and recommendations in supporting patient’s functional capacity, and caring for htheir basic needs and vital functions
    - apply their knowledge of anatomy and physiology when rationalizing the methods supporting patient´s vital function
    - justify, implement and interpret the main diagnostic tests and procedures required in monitoring patient´s vital functions as part of their care
    - describe the main content of nutrition recommendations for different age and target groups and implement the recommendations in patient care
    - describe factors that increase the risk of malnutrition and the principles of its prevention
    - describe the principles and methods used in recognising and assessing patient´s pain, and implementing non-pharmacological pain management
    - describe the responsibility and good practices in promoting patient and client safety
    - implement aseptic techniques and apply the principles of infection control
    - work ergonomically and use the available aids to transfer patients and prevent falls
    - recognise a lifeless patient and perform basic resuscitation
    - prepare a dead body with dignity
    - support and assist significant others after death
    - take samples and guide the patient while taking samples
    - apply the nursing process when documenting in the patient information system and assess the relevancy, consistency and quality of the documented data
    - act in First Aid situatios

    Teacher in charge

    Riikka Mulder

    Mode of delivery

    Face-to-face

    Learning materials and recommended literature

    Kozier, Erb, Berman, Snyder, Harvey & Morgan-Samuel ( 2012). Fundamentals of Nursing. Concepts, process and practice. (Applicable parts will be discussed during orientation) Study units Canvas workspace material Lecture material

    Teaching methods

    Part 1. Basic of nursing care theory 3cr / Riikka Mulder
    Part 2. Basic of nursing care workshops 2cr / Riikka Mulder, Marina Arvonen
    Part 3. First Aid theory & workshops 0,5 / Annikki Päällysaho
    Part 4. Bioanalytics workshop / Riikka Mulder
    Part 5. Documentation theory & workshop 1cr / Marina Arvonen
    Part 6. Basic care simulations / Riikka Mulder & Marina Arvonen

    Lecture and workshops dates and times are available in Pakki.

    Evaluation methods and criteria

    Part 1. Basic of nursing care theory: exam T1 – K5 --> exam 5.11.2021
    Part 2. Basic of nursing care workshops: Pass / Fail
    Part 3. First Aid theory & workshops 0,5 – online exam & workshops: Pass / Fail
    Part 4. Bioanalytics workshop: Pass / Fail
    Part 5. Documentation theory & workshop: Assignment: T1-K5
    Part 6. Basic care simulations: Pass / Fail

    Study unit final evaluation grade is the grade average of different parts.

    Part 1. Basic of nursing care theory - re-take exams:
    1st re-take December general re-take day
    2nd re-take January general re-take day

    Language of instruction
    • English
    Completion language(s)
    • English
    Timing

    27.08.2021 - 07.11.2021

    Enrollment period

    24.05.2021 - 30.05.2021

    Group(s)
    • SNV221SN
    Seats

    20 - 30

    Unit

    Laurea Tikkurila, sote

    Teacher(s)

    Annikki Päällysaho, Riikka Mulder, Minna Richards, Marina Arvonen

    Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Nursing (SNV), Laurea Tikkurila

    Campus

    Laurea Tikkurila

    Evaluation scale

    H-5

    Alternative completion methods

    none

    Important dates

    Schedule is available in Pakki.

    Students workload

    1cr = 27 hours of student’s work

    Part 1. Basic of nursing care theory 3cr = 81 hours of student work
    - lectures 24 h
    - exam 2 h
    - independent work 55 h
    Part 2. Basic of nursing care workshops 2cr = 54 hours of student work:
    - workshops 36 h
    - independent 18 h
    Part 3. First Aid theory & workshops 0,5 = 13 h of student work
    - online course 5 h
    - workshop 8h
    Part 4. Bioanalytics workshop
    - hours included in the part 2.
    Part 5. Documentation theory & workshop 1cr = 27 hours of student work:
    - theory 8h
    - workshop 5,5 h
    - independent 13,5h
    Part 6. Basic care simulations
    - hours included into the part 2.

    Content and scheduling

    Core content :
    - Bioanalytics theory and workshops
    - Health and functional capacity as concepts (ICF, definition by THL), methods for supporting physical, psychological and social functional capacity, TOIMIA Functioning Measures Database (Toimia-tietokanta)
    - Prevention and control of infections, including aseptic techniques in nursing and minor procedures
    - Assessment and support of basic needs and vital functions (breathing, circulation, fluid balance, temperature, enteral nutrition, elimination, mobility, skin care, sleep)
    --- ABCDE model, NEWS scoring
    --- Assisting with mobility and feeding (incl. NG tube), use of helping aids, ergonomics
    --- Prevention of pressure ulcers
    --- Basic resuscitation (PPE+D) - tähän tuli muutos
    - Nutrition
    --- National nutrition recommendations targeted at different age groups and their application in the client’s food-related behaviour
    --- Weight monitoring data as part of care
    --- Tests measuring nutritional status (MUST, NRS) and the interpretation and application of their results in treatment; identifying malnutrition
    --- Sufficient nutrition intake for the patient, monitoring of food and fluid consumption and assessing individual needs
    - Most common clinical procedures and diagnostic tests: catheterisation, taking blood and urine samples, measuring blood pressure and saturation
    - Pain treatment
    --- Pain mechanisms
    --- Pain identification, assessment and using pain scales
    --- Non-pharmacological methods of pain treatment, self-care products for pain
    Signs of death, basic nursing care before death, preparing a dead body and supporting the significant others

    Evaluation criteria
    Satisfactory

    Grade T1 Satisfactory / HYV Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting - use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations - search for information in different sources - report Professional practice and workplace development – work under guidance using the skills and methods learned – interact with customers and/or co-operation partners – receive guidance Assessed as applicable: teamwork skills, leadership and responsibility – work as a member of a team – plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance – work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct – follow the provided instructions and rules

    Good

    H3 Good Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting - use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations - gather information and use his/her knowledge basis - report in the agreed manner Professional practice and workplace development – work using the skills and methods learned – engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs – take part in guidance and utilise it Assessed as applicable: teamwork skills, leadership and responsibility - engage in goal-oriented work in a team - plan and manage the progress of his/her work and use of time - detect safety-related risks - justify this/her actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct

    Excellent

    K5 Excellent Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting - use professional concepts extensively - compare and choose - relevant information - report and communicate in a professional manner Professional practice and workplace development - work independently, using the skills and methods learned - take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs - anticipate his/her need for guidance Assessed as applicable: teamwork skills, leadership and responsibility – promote the team’s work and team spirit – manage his/her time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level – work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned – plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical