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Nursing Science 1 (NURS50003)
Graduate coursework level 5Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
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This subject examines the normal physiological function of body systems and students are introduced to pathophysiology through discussion of the processes of degeneration, disease and injury across the lifespan. The characteristics and behaviour of micro-organisms and their relationship to infectious diseases and the immune response will also be explored. Selected drugs and their actions within the body will be introduced to students.
Intended learning outcomes
At the completion of this subject students should be able to:
- describe in detail the normal function of the skin, the nervous system, including special senses, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine, musculo-skeletal, genitourinary and reproductive systems;
- identify the key structural and functional changes to major body systems at different stages of the human lifespan;
- describe the pathophysiological processes, which alter normal body structure and function;
- describe the inflammatory process;
- discuss the relationship between infection, altered immunity and disease; and
- discuss the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of select oral, topical and inhalant medications.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate:
- the capacity for information seeking, retrieval and evaluation
- critical thinking and analytical skills
- an openness to new ideas
- planning and time management skills
- the ability to communicate knowledge through classroom and web-based discussions and written material
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of the online 'Human Anatomy for students interested in Health Sciences' if applicant has not completed a major in human anatomy.
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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NURS50004 | Nursing Assessment & Care | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
25 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- 2000 word written take home examination, due Week 8 (40%)
- 3-hour written examination, during the exam period (60%)
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Zerina Tomkins Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 24 hours lectures, 12 hours tutorials. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 27 February 2017 to 28 May 2017 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2017 Census date 31 March 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2017 Assessment period ends 23 June 2017 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Patton, K. & Thibodeau, G. (2013). Anatomy and physiology (8th ed.). St. Louis: Elsevier Mosby
Bullock, S. & Manias, E. (2014). Fundamentals of pharmacology (7th ed.). Australia: Frenchs Forest: Pearson Education
Stedman’s medical dictionary for the health professions and nursing. Australian and New Zealand Edition (6th ed.) Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins
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This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Nursing Science - Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022