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Haematology Nursing 2 (NURS90147)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25Online
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
September
Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Overview
| Availability | September - Online |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject will extend students’ understanding of the scientific basis for specialist haematology oncology nursing care. In this subject, students will explore haematopoietic stem cell transplantation, targeted and new and emerging novel therapies in the treatment of haematologic malignancies as a rational basis for specialist cancer nursing care to prepare, assess and support people through the acute supportive care needs associated with these treatment modalities. Students will also learn and advocate for the best practice interdisciplinary approaches to the unique late effects experienced by people affected by haematologic malignancies.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Integrate core principles to develop practice knowledge to provide specialist cancer nursing care that addresses actual and potential disease- and treatment-related health needs.
- Apply knowledge of current and emerging modalities for the treatment of haematologic malignancies in the provision of specialist cancer nursing care to prepare, support and assess people affected by these cancers.
- Employ best practice specialist nursing care in the management of people affected by haematologic malignancies, particularly those undergoing haematopoietic stem cell transplantation, and targeted and non-cytotoxic therapies.
- Identify supportive care needs of people affected by haematologic malignancies and evidence-based multidisciplinary interventions to meet these needs, with a focus on survivorship and late effects of treatment.
Generic skills
- Demonstrate a high level of problem-solving skills to their area of cancer nursing.
- Demonstrate a high level of critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Feel confident when tackling unfamiliar problems.
- Demonstrate a high level of oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to plan own work and work collaboratively as part of student cohort.
Last updated: 19 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| NURS90139 | Haematology Nursing 1 | June (Online) |
6.25 |
AND
Students are required to be practising in a cancer care setting.
Corequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| NURS90136 | Cancer Nursing Practice 2 | June (Online) |
6.25 |
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: 19 November 2022
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Case study analysis
| Week 3 | 35% |
Case study analysis
| Week 6 | 35% |
Written examination
| Week 9 | 30% |
Last updated: 19 November 2022
Dates & times
- September - Online
Coordinators Trevor Saunders and Polly Dufton Mode of delivery Online Contact hours Total time commitment 80 hours Pre teaching start date 5 September 2022 Pre teaching requirements Students will familiarise themselves with the online platform which will provide an overview of the subject, assessment requirements and expected activities and behaviours. They will also be provided with information about studying online and informed about the University resources available to them. Teaching period 12 September 2022 to 4 November 2022 Last self-enrol date 6 September 2022 Census date 23 September 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 October 2022 Assessment period ends 13 November 2022 September contact information
Email: continuing-education@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: + 61 3 8344 0149
Contact hours: https://unimelb.edu.au/professional-development/contact-us
Time commitment details
80 hours (30 hours assessments, 50 hours content)
Last updated: 19 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further 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: 19 November 2022