School Of Nursing And MidwiferyAcute Life-Threatening ConditionsWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 401447.1
Discipline: GENERAL NURSING
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Well-developed knowledge of human biological sciences and body systems, sound understanding of the concepts in pharmacology and pathophysiology and the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and the relationship to nursing practice.
Prerequisite
401446 Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Conditions
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 4785 - Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry).
About this Unit
Acute Life-Threatening Conditions utilises an evidence-based approach to develop an understanding of the pathophysiology, pharmacological interventions, and nursing care for people across the lifespan who experience an acute life-threatening condition. An important area of focus is detecting and recognising acute deterioration and escalating care.
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.
Courses| 4785.1 | Master of Nursing Practice (Graduate Entry) | CURRENT |