School Of Nursing And MidwiferyApproaches to Professional Nursing PracticeWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 401007.1
Discipline: GENERAL NURSING
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to Year 1 Autumn subjects in 4691 Bachelor of Nursing or 4693 Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced).
Incompatible Units
400748 - Becoming a Nurse; 400752 - Knowing Nursing
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4691 Bachelor of Nursing or 4693 Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced).
About this Unit
This unit explores the nature and professional context of nursing. The roles and functions of the nurse and their relationship to others are considered in terms of expected competence, responsibilities, accountabilities and scope of practice.
Special Requirements - Essential Equipment
Access to an internet enabled device is essential in order to be able to: access course materials; to participate in discussion groups; and to access additional resources provided by the lecturer during the session. See http://www.westernsydney.edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/services_and_facilities/uwsonline_student_support for further information.