Study Guide

Objective

The Student:
- can apply the nursing process and evidence-based practices in oncological, palliative, and end-of-life care
- demonstrates understanding of the ethical, legal, and cultural considerations relevant to end-of-life care
- can assess nursing care needs and plan, implement, and evaluate care using evidence-based knowledge
- is capable of documenting and planning nursing care following the Finnish Care Classification (FinCC) system
- recognizes and responds to the specific care needs of patients in oncological nursing
- recognizes and responds to the specific care needs of patients in palliative nursing
- demonstrates critical thinking and sound clinical decision-making in oncological and palliative care contexts
- understands and integrates ethical and cultural perspectives into oncological and palliative nursing care
- values the importance of empathetic interaction and can support, guide, and communicate with patients and their families throughout the care process

Content

Palliative nursing care: ethics and law, pain relief, symptom relief, suffering, and related symptoms
End-of-life nursing care: acceptance and communication, existential and psychosocial support for both the patient and relatives
The nurse's role in palliative nursing care and end-of-life nursing care

Qualifications

Evidence Based Nursing and Interaction
Fundamentals of Nursing Care
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases
Medication Management 1
Health Promotion
Medical and Surgical Nursing Care 1
Medical and Surgical Nursing Care 2

Assessment criteria, good (3)

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, excellent (5)

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, approved/failed

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.