Study Guide

Objective

The Student:
- understands how human anatomy and physiology, pathology, and applied pharmacology influence the planning, implementation, and evaluation of safe medication management concerning various diseases
- explains the stages of medication absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (pharmacokinetics), as well as pharmacodynamics and toxicology, and apply this knowledge in clinical decision-making
- demonstrates knowledge of advanced medication administration, including intravenous fluid therapy, medication infusions, and blood transfusions
- uses and manages common medical devices for medication preparation, administration, infusions, and fluid therapy
- guides and educates patients in medication self-management, ensuring understanding and adherence to prescribed therapies
- performs advanced medication calculations accurately and safely to ensure correct dosing and administration

Content

Therapeutic mechanisms, side effects, and interactions of medications
Monitoring and documenting the effects of medication management
Evaluation and review of medication management
Implementation of medication management through various administration methods
Implementation of blood transfusion
Medical devices
The nurse's role, tasks, guidance, and responsibilities in the advanced medication management process
Advanced medication calculations: the Ten Rights of medication management, equations, conversions, dosages, calculation of active substances in tablets, injection solutions, medication solutions, dosage considering the patient's body weight, body surface area, dosage tables, nomograms, calculation of drip rate, drip time, infusion concentrates, oxygen, electrolytes, preparation of solutions, mixtures, and dilutions, energy and fluid needs, nutritional solutions

Qualifications

Evidence Based Nursing and Interaction
Fundamentals of Nursing Care
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases
Medication Management 1
Gerontology and Geriatric Nursing Care

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for Evaluation of the Exam
The student demonstrates only a superficial understanding of the subject.

Assessment Criteria for Written Work
The student follows the instructions but shows inadequate familiarity with other students' work. Their knowledge of the subject is limited, though they may grasp some essential aspects.

Despite following the instructions for the written work, the student demonstrates insufficient knowledge of both the subject matter and other students' work, with only a minimal understanding of key concepts.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Evaluation Criteria for the Exam
The student demonstrates the ability to reference relevant literature, critically reflect, and justify their viewpoints effectively.

Assessment Criteria for Written Work
The student follows the given instructions for the written assignment but shows limited engagement with the work of other students. While the student demonstrates an understanding of their subject matter, the ability to apply knowledge in a broader context is limited.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for Evaluation of the Exam
The student demonstrates in-depth knowledge and a level of maturity that goes beyond traditional expectations.

Criteria for Evaluation of Written Work (Individually or in Groups)
The student follows the instructions for the written work and demonstrates a strong command of the subject matter. They have engaged with other participants' work, can ask relevant questions, and actively contribute to discussions during seminars.

Exceptional written work and participation in opposition may be characterized by outstanding technical execution, a compelling oral presentation, insightful reflections, and an independent approach to the assignment.