Study Guide

Objective

The student:
-shows the ability to communicate in a professional manner in a professional context in speaking as well as writing
-master essential terminology within his/her field and is able to benefit from professional
literature
-has a positive attitude to developing his/her receptive and productive language skills
-is aware of cultural differences in communication

Content

Working life related documents
Professional communication in working life

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
-shows the ability to communicate in a professional manner in a professional context in speaking as well as writing
-master essential terminology within his/her field and is able to benefit from professional
literature
-has a positive attitude to developing his/her receptive and productive language skills
-is aware of cultural differences in communication

Content

Working life related documents
Professional communication in working life

Materials

The teacher's material

Teaching methods

On campus

Exam schedules

Final exam

Student workload

27h/sp = 81 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Passed exam, approved assignments and oral presentation, participation in class

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates a lack of understanding of the course material.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated during the course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates a basic understanding of the course material.
The contents of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student demonstrates a good understanding of the course material and is able to draw on the literature.
The student can reflect on and motivate their point of view.
The student has almost or completely fulfilled the instructions of the assignments.
The contents of submitted assignments are good.
The student has participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment towards the course contents and course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates an excellent understanding of the course material.
The contents of submitted assignments are excellent and the assignments have been executed exceptionally well.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment towards and interest in the course contents and course assignments.
The student has a deep understanding of the course contents and is able to use that knowledge in their future profession.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
-shows the ability to communicate in a professional manner in a professional context in speaking as well as writing
-master essential terminology within his/her field and is able to benefit from professional
literature
-has a positive attitude to developing his/her receptive and productive language skills
-is aware of cultural differences in communication

Content

Working life related documents
Professional communication in working life

Materials

The teacher's material

Teaching methods

Self-study

Exam schedules

Portfolio

Student workload

27h/sp = 81 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Approved assignments and oral presentation

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student has not followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates a lack of understanding of the course material.
The assignments are inadequate or lacking.
The student has not participated during the course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has partly followed the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates a basic understanding of the course material.
The contents of submitted assignments are satisfactory.
The student has participated in the course, but the commitment and activity have been low or satisfactory.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student demonstrates a good understanding of the course material and is able to draw on the literature.
The student can reflect on and motivate their point of view.
The student has almost or completely fulfilled the instructions of the assignments.
The contents of submitted assignments are good.
The student has participated actively in the course and demonstrates commitment towards the course contents and course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has fulfilled the instructions of the assignments and demonstrates an excellent understanding of the course material.
The contents of submitted assignments are excellent and the assignments have been executed exceptionally well.
The student has been active during the course and demonstrates extra commitment towards and interest in the course contents and course assignments.
The student has a deep understanding of the course contents and is able to use that knowledge in their future profession.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

Student:
- can independently produce a work plan for their degree project based on the needs or problems of healthy or sick individuals and / or groups, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care facilities or in the community
- can assess research ethics aspects in their degree project

Content

The research process
Work plan

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
According to schedule feed-back of research plan for thesis.

Teaching methods

Individual assignment
Research plan for thesis

Employer connections

Topics for thesis.

Exam schedules

See Moodle.

Completion alternatives

Approved research plan for thesis.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 81 h

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved: Approved research plan
Unapproved: Unapproved research plan

Qualifications

VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse

The course VÅV22UV01 Research Methodology and Care Theory must be completed in parallel with VÅV22EX01 Thesis 1.

Objective

Student:
- can independently produce a work plan for their degree project based on the needs or problems of healthy or sick individuals and / or groups, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care facilities or in the community
- can assess research ethics aspects in their degree project

Content

The research process
Work plan

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
According to schedule feed-back of research plan for thesis.

Teaching methods

Individual assignment
Research plan for thesis

Employer connections

Topics for thesis.

Exam schedules

See Moodle.

Completion alternatives

Approved research plan for thesis.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 81 h

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved: Approved research plan
Unapproved: Unapproved research plan

Qualifications

VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse

The course VÅV22UV01 Research Methodology and Care Theory must be completed in parallel with VÅV22EX01 Thesis 1.

Objective

Student:
- can analyze the data material in their degree project based on the needs or problems of healthy or sick individuals and / or groups, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care institutions or in the community
- can assess research ethics aspects in their degree project
- has the ability to analyze scientific knowledge and can apply the knowledge in the care work
- can apply a care theoretical perspective in different care contexts

Content

The research process
Intermediate seminar

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Spring 2025

Materials

Kurslitteratur:
Henricson, M. (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Referenslitteratur:
• Alligood & Marriner Tomey (2018). Nursing theorists and their work, 9th ed. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
• Backman, Y., Gardelli, T., Gardelli, V. & Persson, A., 2012. Vetenskapliga tankeverktyg: till grund för akademiska studier. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Dahlberg, K., 2014. Att undersöka Hälsa & Vårdande. Natur & Kultur (Kvalitativ metod).
• Denscombe, M., 2016. Forskningshandboken: för småskaliga forskningsprojekt inom samhällsvetenskaperna. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Ejvegård, R., 2009. Vetenskaplig metod. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Friberg, F. (red.), 2017. Dags för uppsats – vägledning för litteraturbaserade examensarbeten. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Forsberg, C. & Wengström, Y., 2013. Att göra systematiska litteraturstudier. Värdering, analys och presentation av omvårdnadsforskning. Stockholm: Natur & Kultur.
• Granskär, M. & Höglund-Nielsen, B., 2012. Tillämpad kvalitativ forskning inom hälso- och sjukvård. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Jacobsen, D.I., 2012. Förståelse, beskrivning och förklaring: introduktion till samhällsvetenskaplig metod för hälsovård och socialt arbete. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Kristensson, J, 2014. Handbok i uppsatsskrivande och forskningsmetodik för studenter inom hälso- och vårdvetenskap. Natur och Kultur.
• Malterud, K., 2014. Kvalitativa metoder i medicinsk forskning: en introduktion. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Nehls, E., (2021). Nybörjarens guide till vetenskapligt tänkande. Lund: Studentlitteratur
• Nyberg, R. & Tidström, A., 2012. Skriv vetenskapliga uppsatser, examensarbeten och avhandlingar. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Olsson, H. & Sörensen, S., 2021 (även 2011). Forskningsprocessen. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa perspektiv. Stockholm: Liber.
• Parker, M.E., (2019). Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice. F.A. Davis Company.
• Patel, R. & Davidson, B., 2011. Forskningsmetodikens grunder: att planera, genomföra och rapportera en undersökning. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Smith, M., 2019. Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice. F.A. Davis Company.
• Tjora, A. & Torhell, S-E., 2012. Från nyfikenhet till systematisk kunskap: kvalitativ forskning i praktiken. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Trost, J. & Hultåker, O., 2016. Enkätboken 5 upl. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Teaching methods

Self-studies
Seminar

Employer connections

Topic for thesis.

Exam schedules

Mid-seminar ccording to schedual.

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 162 h

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22EX01 Thesis 1

Objective

Student:
- can analyze the data material in their degree project based on the needs or problems of healthy or sick individuals and / or groups, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care institutions or in the community
- can assess research ethics aspects in their degree project
- has the ability to analyze scientific knowledge and can apply the knowledge in the care work
- can apply a care theoretical perspective in different care contexts

Content

The research process
Intermediate seminar

Location and time

Seminar according to the time schedule in January-February 2025
Supervision according to individual schedule

Materials

According to the subject for thesis and literature for research method is free of choice
See VÅV22UV01-3002

Teaching methods

Individual work under supervision
Seminar for presentation of parts of thesis, discussion and supervision

Employer connections

The thesis can be ordered from a health organization

Exam schedules

See time schedule, seminar i January-Februry 2025

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

See Novia instructions for validation

Student workload

The hours counted for the course is 162 (6 cu) and contains mainly independent work but individual supervision is available during the course

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

pass/fail
According to criteria in the practical guide

Content scheduling

October to January-February

Further information

Approved work, consisting of theoretical framework to thesis, description of methodology used, collected datamaterial and the analysis of data has begun.
Use Instructions for writing a thesis and word template available on Novia homepage

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

The theoretical framework for thesis i suitable for the content and can be approved. The methodology is described and the data collection is almost done. The analysis of the data has begun. The thesis work is under construction.

Qualifications

VÅV22EX01 Thesis 1

Objective

Student:
- can analyze the data material in their degree project based on the needs or problems of healthy or sick individuals and / or groups, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care institutions or in the community
- can assess research ethics aspects in their degree project
- has the ability to analyze scientific knowledge and can apply the knowledge in the care work
- can apply a care theoretical perspective in different care contexts

Content

The research process
Intermediate seminar

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Spring 2025

Materials

Kurslitteratur:
Henricson, M. (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Referenslitteratur:
• Alligood & Marriner Tomey (2018). Nursing theorists and their work, 9th ed. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
• Backman, Y., Gardelli, T., Gardelli, V. & Persson, A., 2012. Vetenskapliga tankeverktyg: till grund för akademiska studier. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Dahlberg, K., 2014. Att undersöka Hälsa & Vårdande. Natur & Kultur (Kvalitativ metod).
• Denscombe, M., 2016. Forskningshandboken: för småskaliga forskningsprojekt inom samhällsvetenskaperna. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Ejvegård, R., 2009. Vetenskaplig metod. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Friberg, F. (red.), 2017. Dags för uppsats – vägledning för litteraturbaserade examensarbeten. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Forsberg, C. & Wengström, Y., 2013. Att göra systematiska litteraturstudier. Värdering, analys och presentation av omvårdnadsforskning. Stockholm: Natur & Kultur.
• Granskär, M. & Höglund-Nielsen, B., 2012. Tillämpad kvalitativ forskning inom hälso- och sjukvård. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Jacobsen, D.I., 2012. Förståelse, beskrivning och förklaring: introduktion till samhällsvetenskaplig metod för hälsovård och socialt arbete. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Kristensson, J, 2014. Handbok i uppsatsskrivande och forskningsmetodik för studenter inom hälso- och vårdvetenskap. Natur och Kultur.
• Malterud, K., 2014. Kvalitativa metoder i medicinsk forskning: en introduktion. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Nehls, E., (2021). Nybörjarens guide till vetenskapligt tänkande. Lund: Studentlitteratur
• Nyberg, R. & Tidström, A., 2012. Skriv vetenskapliga uppsatser, examensarbeten och avhandlingar. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Olsson, H. & Sörensen, S., 2021 (även 2011). Forskningsprocessen. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa perspektiv. Stockholm: Liber.
• Parker, M.E., (2019). Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice. F.A. Davis Company.
• Patel, R. & Davidson, B., 2011. Forskningsmetodikens grunder: att planera, genomföra och rapportera en undersökning. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Smith, M., 2019. Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice. F.A. Davis Company.
• Tjora, A. & Torhell, S-E., 2012. Från nyfikenhet till systematisk kunskap: kvalitativ forskning i praktiken. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
• Trost, J. & Hultåker, O., 2016. Enkätboken 5 upl. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Teaching methods

Self-studies
Seminar

Employer connections

Topic for thesis.

Exam schedules

Mid-seminar according to schedual.

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 162 h

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22EX01 Thesis 1

Objective

Student:
- can produce a degree project that is to be based on healthy or sick individuals and / or groups' needs or problems, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care facilities or in the community
- can reflect on how evidence-based knowledge can be applied in care work and suggest implications for care practice
- can act as an opponent for another degree project
- can account for the most important content of the degree project in a maturity test, as well as demonstrate the ability to express oneself in writing

Content

The research process
Presentation of degree project and opposition
Maturity test

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
v.20 and v.47 2024

Materials

Henricson, M. (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - Från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Teaching methods

Written assignments
Seminar

Employer connections

Presentation of thesis public.

Exam schedules

Spring v.20
Autumn v.47

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 162 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Thesis: 0-5
Maturity test: uk-gk

Qualifications

VÅV22EX02 Thesis 2
Ragarding student midwives: BM22PR06 Practice: Intrapartum Midwifery 4

Objective

Student:
- can produce a degree project that is to be based on healthy or sick individuals and / or groups' needs or problems, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care facilities or in the community
- can reflect on how evidence-based knowledge can be applied in care work and suggest implications for care practice
- can act as an opponent for another degree project
- can account for the most important content of the degree project in a maturity test, as well as demonstrate the ability to express oneself in writing

Content

The research process
Presentation of degree project and opposition
Maturity test

Location and time

Spring 2025, presentation in May or in week 47.
Alere, Vaasa

Materials

According to the topic of thesis

Teaching methods

Independent work with support from the supervisor.
Seminar + maturity test.

Employer connections

The thesis can be ordered, then an agreement is needed
The data material can be collected from different health care or other organisations if ethical permissions are approved.

Exam schedules

Presentation and maturity test in May or in week 47, see Moodle and time schedule.

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia general instructions.

Student workload

Students plan their time use themselves, see below

Content scheduling

154 hours mostly self-directed work, 6 hours seminar 2 hours maturity test.

Further information

See practical guide and Moodle course.
Follow Novia instructions for thesis writing.
AI=Artificial intelligence is not allowed in the thesis = RED according to Novias instructions

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Thesis is assessed according to 5 criteria, scientific writing, theoretical framework, method, result and presentation. Each criteria ha a scale from 1 to 5. The assessment criteria is published on the Moodle page linked to this implementation plan.

Qualifications

VÅV22EX02 Thesis 2
Ragarding student midwives: BM22PR06 Practice: Intrapartum Midwifery 4

Objective

Student:
- can produce a degree project that is to be based on healthy or sick individuals and / or groups' needs or problems, alternatively evidence-based care or teaching in health care for individuals and small groups at care facilities or in the community
- can reflect on how evidence-based knowledge can be applied in care work and suggest implications for care practice
- can act as an opponent for another degree project
- can account for the most important content of the degree project in a maturity test, as well as demonstrate the ability to express oneself in writing

Content

The research process
Presentation of degree project and opposition
Maturity test

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
v.20 and v.47 2024

Materials

Henricson, M. (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - Från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Teaching methods

Written assignments
Seminar

Employer connections

Presentation of thesis public.

Exam schedules

Spring v.20
Autumn v.47

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 162 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Thesis: 0-5
Maturity test: uk-gk

Qualifications

VÅV22EX02 Thesis 2
Ragarding student midwives: BM22PR06 Practice: Intrapartum Midwifery 4

Objective

The student:
- demonstrates ability to communicate in a natural and professional manner, in speaking as well as writing, in a work context, including customer service
- demonstrates proficiency in the terminology of the field and is able to benefit from research and literature in his/her professional development

Content

Finnish (oral and written)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Further information

Shows such skills in the Finnish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that the student must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Finnish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately
The ratings 4 or 5 are often required to get language supplements. In addition, some workplaces require that you have a good grade (4 or 5) in Finnish to get regular jobs.

Objective

The student:
- demonstrates ability to communicate in a natural and professional manner, in speaking as well as writing, in a work context, including customer service
- demonstrates proficiency in the terminology of the field and is able to benefit from research and literature in his/her professional development

Content

Finnish (oral and written)

Location and time

Spring 2025.

Materials

Material on Moodle.

Teaching methods

We read texts and discuss topics within our own field. We learn to use the terminology in both speech and writing.

Interactive lessons
Lectures
Oral and written exercises in pairs and in groups
Assignments
Own work
Vocabulary tests
Oral and written examination

Exam schedules

Oral and written examination at the end of the course.

Student workload

3 x 27h = 81 hours

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

According to the common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR).

Students receive grades for both oral and written skills.

The assessment is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3), and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). To complete the course with a passing grade (grade 1), the student should demonstrate the knowledge required for level B1.1.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Further information

Shows such skills in the Finnish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that the student must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Finnish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately
The ratings 4 or 5 are often required to get language supplements. In addition, some workplaces require that you have a good grade (4 or 5) in Finnish to get regular jobs.

Objective

The student:
- demonstrates ability to communicate in a natural and professional manner, in speaking as well as writing, in a work context, including customer service
- demonstrates proficiency in the terminology of the field and is able to benefit from research and literature in his/her professional development

Content

Finnish (oral and written)

Location and time

Spring 2025.

Materials

Material on Moodle.

Teaching methods

We read texts and discuss topics within our own field. We learn to use the terminology in both speech and writing.

Interactive lessons
Lectures
Oral and written exercises in pairs and in groups
Assignments
Own work
Vocabulary tests
Oral and written examination

Exam schedules

Oral and written examination at the end of the course.

Student workload

3 x 27h = 81 hours.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

According to the common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR).

Students receive grades for both oral and written skills.

The assessment is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3), and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4–5). To complete the course with a passing grade (grade 1), the student should demonstrate the knowledge required for level B1.1.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Further information

Shows such skills in the Finnish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that the student must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Finnish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately
The ratings 4 or 5 are often required to get language supplements. In addition, some workplaces require that you have a good grade (4 or 5) in Finnish to get regular jobs.

Objective

Student:
- knows basic knowledge and science theory
- can search for evidence-based knowledge and scientific articles
- can reproduce the research process, and apply the different phases of the research process
- understands and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and knowledge interests
- know different research methods and how they are used
- has knowledge of different care theories and care models, as well as their areas of application
- can use the most common methods for qualitative and quantitative data collection and data analysis in healthcare research
- can perform selected statistical calculations and tests
- is prepared to carry out a degree project at the bachelor's level (YH) under supervision and gradually more and more independently

Content

Research methodology, research process and care theory
Qualitative methods
Quantitative methods

Location and time

Novia Vasa, Alere.
According to schedule in Peppi.

Materials

Maria Henricson (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Studentlitteratur, Lund.
Other literature see Moodle.

Quantitative methods: following literature is recommended Holme, I.M. & Solvang, B.K. (1992). Forskningsmetodik. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa metoder. Lund: Studentlitteratur. Widjeskog, Ö. 1995 (eller nyare upplaga). Statistik. En introduktion. Åbo: W-statistik, as well as other literature suggested by the examiner.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Assignments
Qualitative methods: lectures, self-studies, individual interview, group assignments and seminar
Quantitative methods: lectures, exercises in computer class, as well as written presentation

Employer connections

Topics for thesis.

Exam schedules

See Peppi and Moodle.

Moodle-test in information search
Reflection report thesis
Scientific articles assignment
Written exam
Assignment in qualitative methods
Assignment in quantitative methods
Assignment in nursing theories

Quantitative methods: the written assignment must be submitted within a month after the end of this part of the course.

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 189 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: based on the written assignments, the student's ability to understand and apply a theoretical approach in health care and selected qualitative research methods.
Quantitative methods: based on the written assignment, the student's ability to understand and apply fundamental statistical concepts, and to perform a statistical analysis, is evaluated.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%
Written assignment: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.
Quantitative methods: the student does not understand and cannot apply statistical concepts and cannot perform an adequate statistical analysis.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%
Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.
Quantitative methods: notable weaknesses are found in the student's understanding and application of statistical concepts, or the statistical analysis is not adequately performed.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views, points 70%-89%.
Written assignment:The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.
Quantitative methods: the student predominantly demonstrates a good understanding of and can apply statistical concepts, and only minor errors are found in the statistical analysis.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%
Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she/he has mastered the substance.
Quantitative methods: the student demonstrates a complete understanding of statistical concepts and makes only insignificant errors when applying them, and performs a statistical analysis without errors.

Qualifications

VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse

Objective

Student:
- knows basic knowledge and science theory
- can search for evidence-based knowledge and scientific articles
- can reproduce the research process, and apply the different phases of the research process
- understands and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and knowledge interests
- know different research methods and how they are used
- has knowledge of different care theories and care models, as well as their areas of application
- can use the most common methods for qualitative and quantitative data collection and data analysis in healthcare research
- can perform selected statistical calculations and tests
- is prepared to carry out a degree project at the bachelor's level (YH) under supervision and gradually more and more independently

Content

Research methodology, research process and care theory
Qualitative methods
Quantitative methods

Location and time

Autumn 2024
Alere, Novia + online

See timescedule

Materials

Qualitative methodology:
Alligood, M. (2022). Nursing Theorists and their work. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier. (eller tidigare upplagor)

Birkler, J. (2022). Vetenskapsteori en grundbok. Stockholm: Liber.

Carlsson, T. & Georgsson, S. (2021). Forsknignsetik. Ingår i Oscarsson M & Gerorgsson S. (red.). Etik för barnmorskor. Lund: Studentlitteratur, s 293- 308.

Forsknignsetiska delegationens dokument tenk.fi

Henricson, M. red. (2023). Vetenskapliglig teori och metod. Från idé till examination inom vård och hälsovetenskaper. Lund: Studentlitteratur. (eller tidigare upplagor)

Lundgren I, et al. (Eds.). (2022). Theories and perspectives for midwifery a Nordic view. Lund: Studentlitteratur.

Wiklund Gustin, L. (2012). Omvårdnadsteorier i klinisk praxis. Natur och kultur.

+ annan valfri relevant litteratur.


Quantitative methodology:
som bredvidläsning rekommenderas Holme, I.M. & Solvang, B.K. (1992). Forskningsmetodik. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa metoder. Lund: Studentlitteratur. Widjeskog, Ö. 1995 (eller nyare upplaga). Statistik. En introduktion. Åbo: W-statistik, samt av examinator anvisad litteratur

Teaching methods

Qualitative methods: lectures, written assignments, individual work and group work, tutorials home exam.

Quantitative methods: lectures, exercises in computer class, as well as written presentation

Compulsory presence

Employer connections

The students make an interview on a common topic that is agree on in class.

Exam schedules

Deadlines for assignments and home exam in Moodle

International connections

Visit from a professor in midwifery from South Africa w 39.
Then the lectures will be in English

Completion alternatives

Qualitative methods:
4 assignments pass/ fail, see more details in Moodle
+ home exam 0-5
Validation according to Novia's general instructions.

Quantitative methods: written assignment (graded according to the scale 1-5)

See Novia's instructions for validation

Student workload

7 credits correspond to 189 hours of work for students.

Qualitative methodology 5cr:
Introduction 2h, lecture on interview including exercises 4h, research process 4h, qualitative content analysis including exercises 8h, midwifery, nursing or public health theory theory 2h. other: recorded lectures in Moodle, tutorials and individual and group work to be submitted in Moodle.

Quantitative research methodology is 1.5 cr which is equivalent to 40.5 hours work of which 8 are scheduled lectures and seminars and the rest is the students' own work. assignment is submitted on a agreed date after the lectures.

Content scheduling

-

Further information

The course is arranged with midwifery students and the public health nurse students together.
More information about content in Moodle course
Compulsory presence on some parts mentioned in Moodle.

General feedback to the whole group, individual feedback on request.
Use Novia instructions for thesis in the assignments.
AI is not allowed to use unless it is explicitly encouraged.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

For written assignment 1-4 the grading is Pass/Fail
See details in Moodle
For home exam grades 0-5

Quantiative assignment is graded 1-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

A written assignment is failed when it doesn't fulfill the requirements for a passed grade. The requirements for passed grade are available at the Moodlepage designed for the course
The examination is evaluated based on the answers given and if not the points all together reaches 50% of maximum the examination is failed.
The quantitative assignment is evaluated similarly, according to the relative proportion of correct answers.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

50-69% correct answers

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

70-89% correct answers

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

90-100% correct answers

Qualifications

VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse

Objective

Student:
- knows basic knowledge and science theory
- can search for evidence-based knowledge and scientific articles
- can reproduce the research process, and apply the different phases of the research process
- understands and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and knowledge interests
- know different research methods and how they are used
- has knowledge of different care theories and care models, as well as their areas of application
- can use the most common methods for qualitative and quantitative data collection and data analysis in healthcare research
- can perform selected statistical calculations and tests
- is prepared to carry out a degree project at the bachelor's level (YH) under supervision and gradually more and more independently

Content

Research methodology, research process and care theory
Qualitative methods
Quantitative methods

Location and time

Novia Vasa, Alere.
According to schedule in Peppi.

Materials

Maria Henricson (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Studentlitteratur, Lund.
Other literature see Moodle.

Quantitative methods: following literature is recommended Holme, I.M. & Solvang, B.K. (1992). Forskningsmetodik. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa metoder. Lund: Studentlitteratur. Widjeskog, Ö. 1995 (eller nyare upplaga). Statistik. En introduktion. Åbo: W-statistik, as well as other literature suggested by the examiner.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Assignments
Qualitative methods: lectures, self-studies, individual interview, group assignments and seminar
Quantitative methods: lectures, exercises in computer class, as well as written presentation

Employer connections

Topics for thesis.

Exam schedules

See Peppi and Moodle.

Moodle-test in information search
Reflection report thesis
Scientific articles assignment
Written exam
Assignment in qualitative methods
Assignment in quantitative methods
Assignment in nursing theories

Quantitative methods: the written assignment must be submitted within a month after the end of this part of the course.

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 189 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: based on the written assignments, the student's ability to understand and apply a theoretical approach in health care and selected qualitative research methods.
Quantitative methods: based on the written assignment, the student's ability to understand and apply fundamental statistical concepts, and to perform a statistical analysis, is evaluated.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%
Written assignment: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.
Quantitative methods: the student does not understand and cannot apply statistical concepts and cannot perform an adequate statistical analysis.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%
Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.
Quantitative methods: notable weaknesses are found in the student's understanding and application of statistical concepts, or the statistical analysis is not adequately performed.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views, points 70%-89%.
Written assignment:The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.
Quantitative methods: the student predominantly demonstrates a good understanding of and can apply statistical concepts, and only minor errors are found in the statistical analysis.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%
Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she/he has mastered the substance.
Quantitative methods: the student demonstrates a complete understanding of statistical concepts and makes only insignificant errors when applying them, and performs a statistical analysis without errors.

Qualifications

VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse

Objective

Student:
- knows basic knowledge and science theory
- can search for evidence-based knowledge and scientific articles
- can reproduce the research process, and apply the different phases of the research process
- understands and can describe qualitative and quantitative approaches and knowledge interests
- know different research methods and how they are used
- has knowledge of different care theories and care models, as well as their areas of application
- can use the most common methods for qualitative and quantitative data collection and data analysis in healthcare research
- can perform selected statistical calculations and tests
- is prepared to carry out a degree project at the bachelor's level (YH) under supervision and gradually more and more independently

Content

Research methodology, research process and care theory
Qualitative methods
Quantitative methods

Location and time

Novia Vasa, Alere.
According to schedule in Peppi.

Materials

Maria Henricson (red.) (2023). Vetenskaplig teori och metod - från idé till examination inom vård- och hälsovetenskap. Studentlitteratur, Lund.
Other literature see Moodle.

Quantitative methods: following literature is recommended Holme, I.M. & Solvang, B.K. (1992). Forskningsmetodik. Kvalitativa och kvantitativa metoder. Lund: Studentlitteratur. Widjeskog, Ö. 1995 (eller nyare upplaga). Statistik. En introduktion. Åbo: W-statistik, as well as other literature suggested by the examiner.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Assignments
Qualitative methods: lectures, self-studies, individual interview, and group assignments
Quantitative methods: lectures, exercises in computer class, as well as written presentation

Employer connections

Topics for thesis.

Exam schedules

See Peppi and Moodle.

Reflection report thesis
Scientific articles assignment
Moodle-test in information search
Written exam
Assignment in qualitative methods
Assignment in quantitative methods
Assignment in nursing theories

Quantitative methods: the written assignment must be submitted within a month after the end of this part of the course.

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Student workload

27 h/cr = 189 h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: based on the written assignments, the student's ability to understand and apply a theoretical approach in health care and selected qualitative research methods.
Quantitative methods: based on the written assignment, the student's ability to understand and apply fundamental statistical concepts, and to perform a statistical analysis, is evaluated.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%
Written assignment: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has not followed the instructions and shows very week substance knowledge.
Quantitative methods: the student does not understand and cannot apply statistical concepts and cannot perform an adequate statistical analysis.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%
Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions and shows limited substance knowledge.
Quantitative methods: notable weaknesses are found in the student's understanding and application of statistical concepts, or the statistical analysis is not adequately performed.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views, points 70%-89%.
Written assignment:The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and master the substance of his work, but the application is limited.
Quantitative methods: the student predominantly demonstrates a good understanding of and can apply statistical concepts, and only minor errors are found in the statistical analysis.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%
Written assignment: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance.

Nursing theories and quantitative methods: The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she/he has mastered the substance.
Quantitative methods: the student demonstrates a complete understanding of statistical concepts and makes only insignificant errors when applying them, and performs a statistical analysis without errors.

Qualifications

VÅV22IN01 Introduction to Academic Studies and Communication
VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse

Objective

Student:
- starts from evidence-based knowledge in his approach
- has the skills to be able to support the expectant parents during the birth
- understands the physiology of birth
- masters care during normal birth
- has basic knowledge of fetal monitoring
- can, in collaboration with the woman giving birth, realize pain relief during childbirth
- masters basic suturing techniques
- masters documentation and reporting during childbirth
- can and understands the importance of safe working methods in maternity care

Content

The physiology and course of childbirth
The different stages of childbirth
Pain relief
Fetal monitoring
Suturing
Support, guidance, communication
Childbirth preparation
Documentation and reporting
Sustainable development: cost and environmental awareness

Location and time

Campus Alere April-May 2025

Materials

Paananen m.fl. Kätilötyö (2021)
Lindgre et al (2022) Reproduktiv hälsa. Studentlitteratur.
Suomen kätilöliitto, Synnyttäjän hoito ponnistusvaihessa
Lindgren m.fl. Barnmorskans handläggning vid normal förlossning: forskning och erfarenhet, Studentlitteratur, Lund (2019)
http://ctgutbildning.se/
http://backenbottenutbildning.se/

Teaching methods

Lectures, discussions, clinical skills training, study visit to VCS/delivery room

Exam schedules

All documents must be submitted to the teacher no later than one week after completing the internship.

Completion alternatives

Written examination, grades 0-5
Filming of correct suturing technique, approved/not approved
Filming of a pushing phase
Simulation training, approved/not approved
Work in pair about medical pain relief + presentation , grades 0-5

Student workload

27 h/cr
3 cr = 81 h

Further information

Course introduction and clinical skills training are compulsory
Active participation in all classes are recommended.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1-2
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, can be essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

Assessment methods and criteria

Passed exam
Active participation in clinical skills training
Approved films and other individual assignments

Qualifications

Study units:
VÅV22GV
VÅV22HF
VÅV22KV
VÅV22PR

Objective

Student
- has knowledge about birth complications
- has the skills to support the parents during a birth with complications
- has knowledge and ability to deal with care during childbirth complications individually and together with other professional groups
- has knowledge of and can apply fetal monitoring
- can and understand the importance of documentation during childbirth
- can and understand the importance of safe working methods in maternity care

Content

Intrapartum midwifery

Location and time

Spring term 2025

Materials

Paananen et al, Kätilötyö
Lindgren et al, Reproduktiv hälsa.
Backenbottenutbildning.se
ctg-utbildning.se
Käypähoito
Vårdhandboken
Moodle course Änglatröst
Articles according to the lecturers' instructions

Teaching methods

Lectures and discussions
Moodle course Änglatröst
Bäckenbottenutbildning.se
ctg-utbildning.se
Practical skills training, simulations
Individual assignments
Clinical Examination
Written exam

Exam schedules

week 22 in spring 2025

Completion alternatives

Written exam
Clinical examination
CTG-utbildning.se

Student workload

27h/cr, 3 cr = 81 h

Further information

External lecturer:
Gynecologist Päivi Kivelä - ctg
Hospital chaplain Ann-Sofi Nylund

Mandatory attendance at course introduction, clinical simulations and at lessons with external lecturers

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, can be essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

Assessment methods and criteria

For passing the course, the following are required:
Certificate of completed course "ctg-utbildning"
Approved written exam
Approved clinical examination
Presence at all mandatory lessons

General feedback on exam answers is given to the whole class at the same time, for individual feedback the teacher is contacted.
Feedback on practical skills is given directly in the situation.

Qualifications

Intrapartum care 1

Objective

The student:
- masters the basics of providing first aid
- can act in crisis and disaster situations

Content

First aid
Acting in accident situations, crisis and disaster situations

Location and time

Hösten 2024

Materials

Korte, H. & Myllyrinne, K. 2018. Första hjälpen. Otavan Kirjapaino Oy. Keuruu

Hedrenius, S. & Johansson, S. 2013. Krisstöd vid olyckor, katastrofer och svåra händelser. Natur och Kultur. Stockholm
Hugelius, K. & Tapani, J. 2017. Krishantering i praktiken. Studentlitteratur. Lund.
Heide, M. & Simonsson, C. 2016. Krisen inifrån. Studentlitteratur. Lund.

Teaching methods

Lessons, demonstration, practice

Completion alternatives

Practical tests and theoretic test

Further information

Compulsory attendance at all lessons

You can bye Electronic First Aid card after completed course

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Theoretical test: approved/failed
Practical tests : approved/failed
Resuscitation: 90 % correct

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
- masters the basics of providing first aid
- can act in crisis and disaster situations

Content

First aid
Acting in accident situations, crisis and disaster situations

Location and time

Spring 2025

Materials

Korte, H. & Myllyrinne, K. 2018. Första hjälpen. Otavan Kirjapaino Oy. Keuruu

Hedrenius, S. & Johansson, S. 2013. Krisstöd vid olyckor, katastrofer och svåra händelser. Natur och Kultur. Stockholm
Hugelius, K. & Tapani, J. 2017. Krishantering i praktiken. Studentlitteratur. Lund.
Heide, M. & Simonsson, C. 2016. Krisen inifrån. Studentlitteratur. Lund.

Teaching methods

Lessons, demonstration, practice

Completion alternatives

Practical tests and theoretic test during lesson time

Further information

Compulsory attendance at all lessons

You can bye Electronic First Aid card after completed course

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Theoretical test: approved/failed
Practical tests : approved/failed
Resuscitation: 90 % correct

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
- masters the basics of providing first aid
- can act in crisis and disaster situations

Content

First aid
Acting in accident situations, crisis and disaster situations

Location and time

Våren 2025

Materials

Korte, H. & Myllyrinne, K. 2018. Första hjälpen. Otavan Kirjapaino Oy. Keuruu
Hedrenius, S. & Johansson, S. 2013. Krisstöd vid olyckor, katastrofer och svåra händelser. Natur och Kultur. Stockholm
Hugelius, K. & Tapani, J. 2017. Krishantering i praktiken. Studentlitteratur. Lund.
Heide, M. & Simonsson, C. 2016. Krisen inifrån. Studentlitteratur. Lund.

Teaching methods

Lessons, demonstration, practical training

Completion alternatives

Practical tests during lesson time, virtual test

Student workload

2 x 27 h = 54 h

Further information

Compulsory attendance at all lessons

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Virtual test: approved/failed
Group assignment: approved/failed
Individual written case studies: approved/failed
Resuscitation: 90 % correct

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of physiological gerontology, geriatrics and acute geriatrics and can apply them in care
- has knowledge of health risks, common symptoms and diseases in the highest age groups
-has knowledge of aging, multi-morbidity and the importance of acute conditions and can apply it in care
- has knowledge of chronic conditions and their significance in acute illness
- has knowledge of various memory disorders
- masters the management of acute conditions in the elderly
- has knowledge of and can apply the features of the elderly's drug treatment
- masters drug-related problems in the care of the elderly and can actively apply knowledge in the prevention of iatrogenic injuries
- can promote the functional ability of the elderly and has a rehabilitative approach to care
- has knowledge of digital technology and technical aids in geriatric care
- has knowledge of legislation and recommendations regarding the elderly population

Content

Gerontology
Geriatrics
Acute geriatrics
Gerotechnology
Drug treatment for elderly
Nutrition for elderly

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1
VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of physiological gerontology, geriatrics and acute geriatrics and can apply them in care
- has knowledge of health risks, common symptoms and diseases in the highest age groups
-has knowledge of aging, multi-morbidity and the importance of acute conditions and can apply it in care
- has knowledge of chronic conditions and their significance in acute illness
- has knowledge of various memory disorders
- masters the management of acute conditions in the elderly
- has knowledge of and can apply the features of the elderly's drug treatment
- masters drug-related problems in the care of the elderly and can actively apply knowledge in the prevention of iatrogenic injuries
- can promote the functional ability of the elderly and has a rehabilitative approach to care
- has knowledge of digital technology and technical aids in geriatric care
- has knowledge of legislation and recommendations regarding the elderly population

Content

Gerontology
Geriatrics
Acute geriatrics
Gerotechnology
Drug treatment for elderly
Nutrition for elderly

Location and time

Spring 2025

Materials

På svenska
Wisten, A.,Rundgren, Å.& Larsson,B. 2020. Akut geriatrik. Studentlitteratur.
Fastbom Johan. 2015. Äldres läkemedel. Studentlitteratur
Kirkevold, M.,Brodtkorb, K.& Hylen Ranhoff, A. 2018. Geriatrisk omvårdnad. Liber.

+ recommended articles at Moodle

Teaching methods

Obligatry introduction but most of course online
Pedagogic frame
Project learning, learning by doing
Self studies
Group work
Online exam

Student workload

1c =27h
4c=108h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1
VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of physiological gerontology, geriatrics and acute geriatrics and can apply them in care
- has knowledge of health risks, common symptoms and diseases in the highest age groups
-has knowledge of aging, multi-morbidity and the importance of acute conditions and can apply it in care
- has knowledge of chronic conditions and their significance in acute illness
- has knowledge of various memory disorders
- masters the management of acute conditions in the elderly
- has knowledge of and can apply the features of the elderly's drug treatment
- masters drug-related problems in the care of the elderly and can actively apply knowledge in the prevention of iatrogenic injuries
- can promote the functional ability of the elderly and has a rehabilitative approach to care
- has knowledge of digital technology and technical aids in geriatric care
- has knowledge of legislation and recommendations regarding the elderly population

Content

Gerontology
Geriatrics
Acute geriatrics
Gerotechnology
Drug treatment for elderly
Nutrition for elderly

Location and time

Spring 2025

Materials

På svenska
Wisten, A.,Rundgren, Å.& Larsson,B. 2020. Akut geriatrik. Studentlitteratur.
Fastbom Johan. 2015. Äldres läkemedel. Studentlitteratur
Kirkevold, M.,Brodtkorb, K.& Hylen Ranhoff, A. 2018. Geriatrisk omvårdnad. Liber.

+ recommended articles at Moodle

Teaching methods

Obligaory introduction online course
Pedagogic frame: project learning Learning by donig
Self studies
Group work
Online exam
Seminars online obligatory

Exam schedules

According to schedule

Student workload

1c =27h
4c=108h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1
VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of physiological gerontology, geriatrics and acute geriatrics and can apply them in care
- has knowledge of health risks, common symptoms and diseases in the highest age groups
-has knowledge of aging, multi-morbidity and the importance of acute conditions and can apply it in care
- has knowledge of chronic conditions and their significance in acute illness
- has knowledge of various memory disorders
- masters the management of acute conditions in the elderly
- has knowledge of and can apply the features of the elderly's drug treatment
- masters drug-related problems in the care of the elderly and can actively apply knowledge in the prevention of iatrogenic injuries
- can promote the functional ability of the elderly and has a rehabilitative approach to care
- has knowledge of digital technology and technical aids in geriatric care
- has knowledge of legislation and recommendations regarding the elderly population

Content

Gerontology
Geriatrics
Acute geriatrics
Gerotechnology
Drug treatment for elderly
Nutrition for elderly

Location and time

Spring 2025

Materials

På svenska
Wisten, A.,Rundgren, Å.& Larsson,B. 2020. Akut geriatrik. Studentlitteratur.
Fastbom Johan. 2015. Äldres läkemedel. Studentlitteratur
Kirkevold, M.,Brodtkorb, K.& Hylen Ranhoff, A. 2018. Geriatrisk omvårdnad. Liber.

+ recommended articles at Moodle

Teaching methods

Obligatory introduction
Pedagogic frame :Project learning, leaning by doing
Self studies
Group work
Online exam
AI can be used att help

Student workload

1c =27h
4c=108h

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1
VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of theories and current research on health and sustainable development and can apply them in promotional, preventive and curative care
- understands the meaning of the different levels of prevention and can apply them as a process in the health promotion and prevention work
- can explain the basics of epidemiology and understand the determinants of health determinants in the health and disease panorama
- can identify health risks in patients and understand the importance of early support at the individual level
- can under supervision plan and implement interventions that promote health and functional ability together with individuals / groups in interprofessional teams
- has competence in care in various service environments within the health promotion work
- can treat clients / patients and relatives as experts in their own lives

Content

Principles of health and disease, public health and public diseases
Prevention levels
Epidemiology
Health determinants
Ethical issues in health education
Lifestyle factors and their impact on health, guidance on lifestyle issues, self-care and connection
Evidence-based health promotion and prevention measures and methods
Supervision of patients, motivational conversations
Health promotion in different service environments
Artificial Intelligence

Location and time

Novia, Vasa
Hösten 2024

Materials

Bringsén, Å., Lindström N.& Arnesson K. 2019. Hälsopromotion i teori och praktik: olika arenor och målgrupper. Liber AB.
Brylde, B. 2011. Folkhälsoarbetets etik. Studentlitteratur. Lund.
Elinder, L. & Kwak L. 2014. Evidensbaserat Folkhälsoarbete. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Larsson, C., Murdaugh, C., Persons, M & Pender , N. 2021 . Sjukskötarens hälsofrämjande arbete.
Pellmer, K., Wramner, B. & Wramner H. 2017. Grundläggande folkhälsovetenskap. Liber, Stockholm.
Svanström, L. 2017. Att mäta folkhälsa. Kriterier för bra folkhälsoarbete.
Valda artiklar.
Institutet för Hälsa och Välfärd www.thl.fi
Social- och Hälsovårdsministeriet www.stm.fi

Teaching methods

Föreläsning, självstudier, grupparbete.

Exam schedules

Godkända individuella -och grupparbete.

Student workload

3 sp
1 sp = 27 timmar

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of theories and current research on health and sustainable development and can apply them in promotional, preventive and curative care
- understands the meaning of the different levels of prevention and can apply them as a process in the health promotion and prevention work
- can explain the basics of epidemiology and understand the determinants of health determinants in the health and disease panorama
- can identify health risks in patients and understand the importance of early support at the individual level
- can under supervision plan and implement interventions that promote health and functional ability together with individuals / groups in interprofessional teams
- has competence in care in various service environments within the health promotion work
- can treat clients / patients and relatives as experts in their own lives

Content

Principles of health and disease, public health and public diseases
Prevention levels
Epidemiology
Health determinants
Ethical issues in health education
Lifestyle factors and their impact on health, guidance on lifestyle issues, self-care and connection
Evidence-based health promotion and prevention measures and methods
Supervision of patients, motivational conversations
Health promotion in different service environments
Artificial Intelligence

Location and time

Hösterminen 2024, Novia

Teaching methods

Inbandad introduktion till kursen på Moodle, Power Point och hänvisning till aktuella websidor på Moodle, portfolio, individuella uppgifter samt rapport på moodle.

Exam schedules

Moodle tentamen 17 /10 klockan 09.00-11.00

Further information

Kursen är online och studierna förverkligas sjävständigt under tiden 2/9-18/10.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of theories and current research on health and sustainable development and can apply them in promotional, preventive and curative care
- understands the meaning of the different levels of prevention and can apply them as a process in the health promotion and prevention work
- can explain the basics of epidemiology and understand the determinants of health determinants in the health and disease panorama
- can identify health risks in patients and understand the importance of early support at the individual level
- can under supervision plan and implement interventions that promote health and functional ability together with individuals / groups in interprofessional teams
- has competence in care in various service environments within the health promotion work
- can treat clients / patients and relatives as experts in their own lives

Content

Principles of health and disease, public health and public diseases
Prevention levels
Epidemiology
Health determinants
Ethical issues in health education
Lifestyle factors and their impact on health, guidance on lifestyle issues, self-care and connection
Evidence-based health promotion and prevention measures and methods
Supervision of patients, motivational conversations
Health promotion in different service environments
Artificial Intelligence

Location and time

Novia, Vasa /Alére
Hösten 2024

Materials

Bringsén, Å., Lindström N.& Arnesson K. 2019. Hälsopromotion i teori och praktik: olika arenor och målgrupper. Liber AB.
Brylde, B. 2011. Folkhälsoarbetets etik. Studentlitteratur. Lund.
Elinder, L. & Kwak L. 2014. Evidensbaserat Folkhälsoarbete. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Larsson, C., Murdaugh, C., Persons, M & Pender , N. 2021 . Sjukskötarens hälsofrämjande arbete.
Pellmer, K., Wramner, B. & Wramner H. 2017. Grundläggande folkhälsovetenskap. Liber, Stockholm.
Svanström, L. 2017. Att mäta folkhälsa. Kriterier för bra folkhälsoarbete.
Valda artiklar.
Institutet för Hälsa och Välfärd www.thl.fi
Social- och Hälsovårdsministeriet www.stm.fi

Teaching methods

Föreläsning, självstudier, grupparbete och workshops.
Några lektioner är online, se moodle

Exam schedules

Godkända individuella -och grupparbete samt tentamen (då kursen avslutas)

Student workload

3 sp
1 sp = 27 timmar

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student will:
- know the diseases prevented by vaccination both nationally and internationally
- know the composition, advantages and side effects of vaccines
- know the national vaccination programme and legislation in Finland
- know about vaccination in different groups
- have skills in counselling and preparation before vaccination, skills in vaccination techniques and measures after vaccination

Content

Knowledge about vaccinations
Vaccination skills

Materials

National course in Moodle platform

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

According to national criterias
Approved:
Approved portfolio
Passed virtual exam

Not approved:
Not approved portfolio
Not passed virtual exam

Qualifications

Drug therapy 1

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of the diseases that are prevented by vaccination both nationally and internationally
- has knowledge of the composition of the vaccines, benefits of vaccinations and vaccination side effects
- has knowledge of the national vaccination program in Finland and its legislation
- has knowledge of vaccination of different groups
- has skills in counselling and preparation for vaccination, knowledge of vaccination techniques and measures after vaccination
- has knowledge of preventive care and treatment of the most common national and global infectious diseases
- is aware of the epidemiology of infectious diseases

Content

Knowledge of vaccinations
Vaccination skills
National and global infectious diseases
Epidemiology
Legislation

Location and time

Spring 2025 - On line studies and contact teaching at Alere

Materials

According to national course requirements for basic vaccination knowledge (see moodle)
Infectious diseases

Teaching methods

Basic Vaccination Knowledge 2 credits (National Course):
Introductory Lecture ( compulsory attendance)
Individual Virtual Online Studies (Portfolio + Exam)
Final Workshop

Infectious Diseases 1 credit:
Lectures
Examination

Exam schedules

Deadline for submission of portfolio : 3.2.2025
Virtual exam open:10.2.-21.2.2025
Deadline - examination - infectious diseases: 21.2.2025

Further information

The course only applies to degree students

Prerequisites: Approved course that includes injections

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Submitted and approved portfolio according to national standard
Passed virtual exam
Approved examination in infectious diseases
Deltagande i avslutande workshop

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV04 Clinical Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology
VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1

Further information

National course in The Basics of Vaccination Knowledge 2 credits is included in the study unit.
Examination via portfolio and virtual exam

Objective

The student:
- understands the importance of human sexuality and can consider sexuality as an integral part of man, health and care
- can account for basic knowledge about pregnancy, childbirth and postpartal period
- can account for children's and young people's normal physical and mental development and health to distinguish abnormalities
- can apply a health-promoting approach to work with children, young people, adults, pregnant or new parents
- knows and can identify health problems, health risks and risk environments that affect children, adolescents and families
- has basic knowledge of adult health care including various screening examinations and understands the importance of occupational safety and health
- knows health technology solutions in health-promoting care
- can collaborate in interprofessional teams

Content

Human sexuality
The normal pregnancy, childbirth and post partal period
Development of children and young people
Follow-up of children's and young people's health
Adult health care and screenings
Health technology
Interprofessional collaboration

Location and time

Novia, Alere, Vaasa
Spring 2025

Materials

Maternity care:
Borgfeldt m.fl. 2019. Obstetrik och gynekologi. För sjuksköterskor. Lund: Studentlitteratur. (ch. 1-8,12)
Tapanainen, J., Heikinheimo, O.,Mäkikallio, K.; Aaltonen, R. 2019. Naistentaudit ja synnytykset. Helsinki: Duodecim.
Lewis, L. Ed. (2015). Fundamentals of Midwifery A textbook for students. Wiley Blackwell. (chapters 5-10 for written exam, chapter 12 optional for family planning) Available on: http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2052/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=936288&site=ehost-live
THL. 2023. We're having a baby. Available on: http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-952-343-575-9 (available online)
THL.2023. Data base Neuko (replace Guiden för mödrarådgivningar från 2015) Tillgänglig från: https://thl.fi/sv/web/barn-unga-och-familjer/social-och-halsovardstjanster/modra-och-barnradgivning/databasen-neuko

STM Arbetslivet 2023 (valda artiklar)
Företagshälsovård 1383/2001 Finlex
Hälso-och sjukvårdslag 1326/2010 Finlex
THLs material gällande screeningsundersökningar och
STM publikation 18:2014 Screening i Finland 2014. Nuläge för screening inom hälso- och sjukvården och framtidsutsikter

Teaching methods

Lectures, discussion, demonstration, group work,video

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

Written exam last lecture

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia's general instructions
Exam
Two retakes possible

Student workload

27 h/cr, 5 cr= 135h

Content scheduling

-

Further information

-

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse
VÅV22HF01 Basics of Health Promoting Care

Objective

The student:
- understands the importance of human sexuality and can consider sexuality as an integral part of man, health and care
- can account for basic knowledge about pregnancy, childbirth and postpartal period
- can account for children's and young people's normal physical and mental development and health to distinguish abnormalities
- can apply a health-promoting approach to work with children, young people, adults, pregnant or new parents
- knows and can identify health problems, health risks and risk environments that affect children, adolescents and families
- has basic knowledge of adult health care including various screening examinations and understands the importance of occupational safety and health
- knows health technology solutions in health-promoting care
- can collaborate in interprofessional teams

Content

Human sexuality
The normal pregnancy, childbirth and post partal period
Development of children and young people
Follow-up of children's and young people's health
Adult health care and screenings
Health technology
Interprofessional collaboration

Location and time

Spring term 2025, Novia

Materials

På svenska
Alaluhta R. & Valkamaa-Hietamäki S (toim.) 2016. Maahanmuuttajien sexuaaliterveyden edistäminen. Jyväskylän ammattikorkeakoulun Julkaisuja.
Bergman S & Blomqvist , C. 2011. Uppskattande samtalskonst. Om att skapa möjligheter i samtalets värld. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Borgfeldt m.fl. 2019. Obstetrik och gynekologi. För sjuksköterskor. Lund: Studentlitteratur. (ch. 1-8,12)
Folkhälsolag 66/1972 Finlex
Företagshälsovård 1383/2001 Finlex
Hälso-och sjukvårdslag 1326/2010 Finlex
Holm Ivarsson, B. 2016. MI Motiverande samtal Praktisk handbok för hälso-och sjukvården. Stockholm: Gothia fortbildning.
Holmström, E. & Ohlsson, K. 2014. Människan i arbetslivet. Teori och praktik. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Tapanainen, J., Heikinheimo, O.,Mäkikallio, K.; Aaltonen, R. 2019. Naistentaudit ja synnytykset. Helsinki: Duodecim.
Lewis, L. Ed. (2015). Fundamentals of Midwifery A textbook for students. Wiley Blackwell. (chapters 5-10 for written exam, chapter 12 optional for family planning) Available on: http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2052/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=936288&site=ehost-live
Rosengren D.B. 2012. Motiverande samtal -Mi. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
THLs material gällande screeningsundersökningar och
STM publikation 18:2014 Screening i Finland 2014. Nuläge för screening inom hälso- och sjukvården och framtidsutsikter
THL. 2014. Edistä, ehkäise, vaikuta-sexuaali-ja lisääntymisterveyden toimintaohjelma 2014-2020. Opas 33
THL. 2023. We're having a baby. Available on: http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-952-343-575-9 (available online)
THL.2023. Data base Neuko (replace Guiden för mödrarådgivningar från 2015) Available in Finnish and Swedish from: https://thl.fi/sv/web/barn-unga-och-familjer/social-och-halsovardstjanster/modra-och-barnradgivning/databasen-neuko

Teaching methods

Lectures, discussion, demonstration, exercises, and video

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

På engelska
Validation according to Novia's general instructions
Exam
Two retakes possible

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia's general instructions

Written assignments need to follow Novia instructions for writing

Student workload

27 h /cr
5 cr = 135 h

Content scheduling

-

Further information

-

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse
VÅV22HF01 Basics of Health Promoting Care

Objective

The student:
- understands the importance of human sexuality and can consider sexuality as an integral part of man, health and care
- can account for basic knowledge about pregnancy, childbirth and postpartal period
- can account for children's and young people's normal physical and mental development and health to distinguish abnormalities
- can apply a health-promoting approach to work with children, young people, adults, pregnant or new parents
- knows and can identify health problems, health risks and risk environments that affect children, adolescents and families
- has basic knowledge of adult health care including various screening examinations and understands the importance of occupational safety and health
- knows health technology solutions in health-promoting care
- can collaborate in interprofessional teams

Content

Human sexuality
The normal pregnancy, childbirth and post partal period
Development of children and young people
Follow-up of children's and young people's health
Adult health care and screenings
Health technology
Interprofessional collaboration

Location and time

Spring term 2025, Novia

Materials

Borgfeldt m.fl. (2019). Obstetrik och gynekologi. För sjuksköterskor. Lund: Studentlitteratur. (ch. 1-8,12)
Tapanainen, J., Heikinheimo, O.,Mäkikallio, K.; Aaltonen, R. (2019). Naistentaudit ja synnytykset. Helsinki: Duodecim.
Lewis, L. Ed. (2015). Fundamentals of Midwifery A textbook for students. Wiley Blackwell. (chapters 5-10 for written exam, chapter 12 optional for family planning) Available on: http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2052/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=936288&site=ehost-live
THL. (2023). We're having a baby. Available on: http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-952-343-575-9 (available online)
THL.(2023). Databasen Neuko (ersätter Guiden för mödrarådgivningar från 2015) Tillgänglig från: https://thl.fi/sv/web/barn-unga-och-familjer/social-och-halsovardstjanster/modra-och-barnradgivning/databasen-neuko
THLs material gällande screeningsundersökningar och
STM publikation 18:2014 Screening i Finland 2014. Nuläge för screening inom hälso- och sjukvården och framtidsutsikter
STM Arbetslivet 2023 (valda artiklar)
Företagshälsovård 1383/2001 Finlex
Hälso-och sjukvårdslag 1326/2010 Finlex
Förverkligandets alternativa prestationssätt

Employer connections

-

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia's general instructions
Written exam
Two retakes possible

Student workload

1cr = 27h
5 cr= 135h individual studies

Content scheduling

-

Further information

The course is online

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV01/BM22GV01/HVV22GV01 The Profession of Nurse, The Profession of Nurse and Midwife, The Profession of Nurse and Public Health Nurse
VÅV22HF01 Basics of Health Promoting Care

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of, is able to account for and is able to assess the most common cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinological disorders and their underlying pathophysiology, as well as care and treatment
- can account for cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinological anatomy and physiology
- has knowledge of and can account for the medical terminology and drug treatment in cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinological disorders
- can apply caring science, evidence-based knowledge and develop critical thinking as a basis for nursing care and care in clinical practice
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients and can, through adequate clinical assessments, classify care needs and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- can understand the importance of and integrate health promotion , health prevention and rehabilitation and apply patient-centered care

Content

Care of the patient with cardiovascular disorders
Care of the patient with respiratory disorders
Care of the patient with endocrinological disorders

Location and time

Våren 2025
YH Novia, Alere, Vasa

Materials

ENDOCRINOLOGI
Almås, H., Stubberud, D-G., Grönseth, R. (red) (2018). Klinisk omvårdnad, del 2. Kap 17 och 18. Liber AB, Stockholm.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (red) 2020. Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 11 och 12. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.

RESPIRATORISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND
Almås, H., Stubberud, D-G., Gronseth, R. (2016). Klinisk Omvårdnad 1. 2ed Liber Stockholm.
Kapitel 4 omvårdnad vid lungsjukdomar.

Cox, C. (red) 2015. Klinisk undersökningsmetodik för sjuksköterskor. Kap. 4

Ericson, E., & Ericson, E. Medicinska sjukdomar. Studentlitteratur. Lund. Sid. 319-365
(vård vid lungsjukdomar)


Föreläsningsmaterialet på moodle

Motsvarande material hittar ni från:
Sairaanhoitajan käsikirja, Terveysportti (Här kan ni söka material om allt som vi gått igenom på lektionerna) t.e.x. Astma

KARDIOVASKULÄRA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND
Stubberud, D-G., Gronseth, R., Almås, H. (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 1. Tredje upplagan. Liber AB, Stockholm. Kapitel 7 och 8.
Andersson, R. Regnér, S., Rogmark, C. 2021. Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Kapitel. 8.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (red.) 2020. Medicinska Sjukdomar. Femte upplagan. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Kapitel 1, 2 och 3.
Ambu: 2012. Handbok i de vanligaste arytmierna. Tolkning och behandling.
Föreläsningssmaterial på moodle
Referenslitteratur:
www.terveysportti.fi Sairanhoitajan käsikirja: Sydän- ja verisuonitauti potilaan hoito

Teaching methods

Lectures, tutorials, groups work, workshops
SimMan exercises, mandatory attendance

Exam schedules

Common exam for all parts

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at the SimMan exercises.
Uniform and slippers at SimMan exercises.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (except reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and her knowledge of the other students' work is deficient. The student shows limited substantive knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows a lack of knowledge regarding the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. Hen has a lack of knowledge in the substance also concerning the essentials.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Passed cardiac arrhythmia test
Approved practice tasks that are carried out during the course.
Practical exercises are assessed GK/UK
Mandatory attendance at SimMan exercises
Written exam is graded 0-5

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of, is able to account for and is able to assess the most common cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinological disorders and their underlying pathophysiology, as well as care and treatment
- can account for cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinological anatomy and physiology
- has knowledge of and can account for the medical terminology and drug treatment in cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrinological disorders
- can apply caring science, evidence-based knowledge and develop critical thinking as a basis for nursing care and care in clinical practice
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients and can, through adequate clinical assessments, classify care needs and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- can understand the importance of and integrate health promotion , health prevention and rehabilitation and apply patient-centered care

Content

Care of the patient with cardiovascular disorders
Care of the patient with respiratory disorders
Care of the patient with endocrinological disorders

Location and time

Våren 2025
YH Novia, Alere, Vasa

Materials

ENDOCRINOLOGI
Almås, H., Stubberud, D-G., Grönseth, R. (red) (2018). Klinisk omvårdnad, del 2. Kap 17 och 18. Liber AB, Stockholm.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (red) 2020. Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 11 och 12. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.

RESPIRATORISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND
Almås, H., Stubberud, D-G., Gronseth, R. (2016). Klinisk Omvårdnad 1. 2ed Liber Stockholm.
Kapitel 4 omvårdnad vid lungsjukdomar.

Cox, C. (red) 2015. Klinisk undersökningsmetodik för sjuksköterskor. Kap. 4

Ericson, E., & Ericson, E. Medicinska sjukdomar. Studentlitteratur. Lund. Sid. 319-365
(vård vid lungsjukdomar)


Föreläsningsmaterialet på moodle

Motsvarande material hittar ni från:
Sairaanhoitajan käsikirja, Terveysportti (Här kan ni söka material om allt som vi gått igenom på lektionerna) t.e.x. Astma

KARDIOVASKULÄRA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND
Stubberud, D-G., Gronseth, R., Almås, H. (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 1. Tredje upplagan. Liber AB, Stockholm. Kapitel 7 och 8.
Andersson, R. Regnér, S., Rogmark, C. 2021. Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Kapitel. 8.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (red.) 2020. Medicinska Sjukdomar. Femte upplagan. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
Kapitel 1, 2 och 3.
Ambu: 2012. Handbok i de vanligaste arytmierna. Tolkning och behandling.
Föreläsningssmaterial på moodle
Referenslitteratur:
www.terveysportti.fi Sairanhoitajan käsikirja: Sydän- ja verisuonitauti potilaan hoito

Teaching methods

Lectures, tutorials, groups work, workshops
SimMan exercises, mandatory attendance

Exam schedules

Common exam for all parts

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at the SimMan exercises.
Uniform and slippers at SimMan exercises.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (except reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and her knowledge of the other students' work is deficient. The student shows limited substantive knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows a lack of knowledge regarding the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. Hen has a lack of knowledge in the substance also concerning the essentials.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Passed cardiac arrhythmia test
Approved practice tasks that are carried out during the course.
Practical exercises are assessed GK/UK
Mandatory attendance at SimMan exercises
Written exam is graded 0-5

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of, is able to account for and assess the most common gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological, gynecological disorders and breast disease conditions and understand their underlying pathophysiology, as well as care and treatment
-have knowledge of early pregnancy complications, their care and treatment
- has knowledge and can account for the medical terminology and drug treatment in gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological and gynecological disorders
- can describe the physiology and anatomy of the digestive system, urinary tract, kidneys, and reproductive organs
- can apply caring science, evidence-based knowledge and develop critical thinking as a basis for nursing care and care in clinical practice
- has the ability to assess the need for nursing care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- can integrate health-promoting care in gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological and gynecological diseases, as well as support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological and gynecological disorders

Content

Care of the patient with gastrointestinal disorders
Care of the patient with urological and nephrological disorders
Care of the patient with gynecological disorders

Location and time

Novia, Vasa Alere.

Våren 2025

Materials

GYNEKOLOGICAL NURSING CARE
Bäckström, T., Kjolhede,P., Landgren, B-M (red) (2022). Gynekologi. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Chapters: 1, 2(p. 33-35,37), 4, 5(p.65-66), 6, 7(p.89-94), 8, 11-13, 16-18, 20-23, 25, 27-30, 32, 34-35, 37-39.

UROLOGICAL CARE
Andersson R., Jeppsson B. & Rydholm A. (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar (red.). Kap 9 Studentlitteratur, Lund.
Almås, H., Stubberud, D-G., Grönseth, R. (red) (2021). Klinisk omvårdnad, del 2. Kap 20 och 21. Liber.

Föreläsningar på moodle

GASTROINTESTINAL CARE
Ericson, T. & Lind, M (red) 2020. Femte upplagan. Medicinska Sjukdomar. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
o Kap. 9. Vård vid mag-tarmsjukdomar s. 399 – 470.
Stubberud, D-G., Gronseth, R., Almås, H., (red). 2020. Tredje upplagan. Klinisk Omvårdnad 1. Liber AB, Stockholm.
o Kap. 13. Omvårdnad vid sjukdomar i mag-tarmkanalen s. 453 – 475.
o Kap. 14. Omvårdnad vid sjukdomar i gallvägar, bukspottskörtel och lever s. 479 – 502.
o Kap. 15. Omvårdnad vid stomi s 505 – 531.
Föreläsningsmaterial på moodle.

Simrén, M., Bergquist, A., Hultcrantz, R., Karling, P., Lindgren., Stål,. P. 2023. Gastroenterologi och hepatologi. Andra upplagan, Liber AB, Stockholm.

Teaching methods

Lectures, groups work, tutorials, study questions, workshops
SimMan exercises, mandatory attendance

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

First exam on the last lecture
Two retake exams on genral examdays
Deadline for sexuality assignment
See time table and Moodle course for dates.

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions
Common exam for all parts

Student workload

The course has two parts: gynaecologic care (2 cr), urologic care (1 cr) and gastrointenstinal care (2 cr)
Individual online assignment on sexuality.
Group work on cancer nursing and family planning
1 cr = 27 h. 5 cr= 135 h.

Gynecologic care: 16 h lectures, 2 h exam, 4 h individual work on sexuality assignment, 32 h individual work = 54 h

Written exam for all parts 3h

Content scheduling

-

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at the SimMan exercises.
Uniform and slippers at SimMan exercises.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, can reflect and motivate their positions

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge regarding the other students' written work. The student masters the substance of his work but the application is limited.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Accepted written exam for both parts
Grade 0-5
Gynaecologic care 30 points
Gastrointestinal care 30 points
Urologic unhealth 15 points
= totalt 75 ponts

38-44 p. = 1
45-52 p. = 2
53-60 p. = 3
61-68 p. = 4
69-75 p. = 5

Assignemnt on sexuality Pass/ Fail

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of, is able to account for and assess the most common gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological, gynecological disorders and breast disease conditions and understand their underlying pathophysiology, as well as care and treatment
-have knowledge of early pregnancy complications, their care and treatment
- has knowledge and can account for the medical terminology and drug treatment in gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological and gynecological disorders
- can describe the physiology and anatomy of the digestive system, urinary tract, kidneys, and reproductive organs
- can apply caring science, evidence-based knowledge and develop critical thinking as a basis for nursing care and care in clinical practice
- has the ability to assess the need for nursing care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- can integrate health-promoting care in gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological and gynecological diseases, as well as support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to gastrointestinal, urological, nephrological and gynecological disorders

Content

Care of the patient with gastrointestinal disorders
Care of the patient with urological and nephrological disorders
Care of the patient with gynecological disorders

Location and time

Novia, Vasa Alere.
Våren 2025

Materials

GYNEKOLOGIC CARE
Bäckström, T., Kjolhede,P., Landgren, B-M (red) (2022). Gynekologi.Lund: Studentlitteratur. Chapter: 1, 2(p. 33-35,37), 4, 5(p.65-66), 6, 7(p.89-94), 8, 11-13, 16-18, 20-23, 25, 27-30, 32, 34-35, 37-39.

UROLOGICAL CARE
Andersson R., Jeppsson B. & Rydholm A. (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar (red.). Kap 9 Studentlitteratur, Lund.
Stubberud, D., Grønseth, R., Almås, H., Ahlberg, K., Bolinder-Palmér, I., Olsson, K., & Toverud, K. C. (2021). Klinisk omvårdnad: 2 (Upplaga 3.). Kap 20 och 21. Liber AB.
Ericson, T., Lind, M., & Abelsson, J. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar (Femte upplagan.). Studentlitteratur AB. Kapitel 13
Föreläsningar och instuderingsfrågor på moodle

GASTROINTESTINAL CARE
Ericson, T. & Lind, M (red) 2020. Femte upplagan. Medicinska Sjukdomar. Studentlitteratur AB, Lund.
o Kap. 9. Vård vid mag-tarmsjukdomar s. 399 – 470.
o Kap. 10. Vård vid leversjukdomar s. 473 – 520.
Stubberud, D-G., Gronseth, R., Almås, H., (red). 2020. Tredje upplagan. Klinisk Omvårdnad 1. Liber AB, Stockholm.
o Kap. 13. Omvårdnad vid sjukdomar i mag-tarmkanalen s. 453 – 475.
o Kap. 14. Omvårdnad vid sjukdomar i gallvägar, bukspottskörtel och lever s. 479 – 502.
o Kap. 15. Omvårdnad vid stomi s 505 – 531.
Föreläsningsmaterial på moodle.

Teaching methods

Lectures, groups work, tutorials, study questions, workshops
SimMan exercises, mandatory attendance

Employer connections

-

Exam schedules

First Written exam on the last lecture of the course
two retakes on general exam days (see Moodle), registration in Peppi
Workshops are compulsory
Deadline for sexuality assignment (see Moodle)

International connections

-

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions
Common exam for all parts

Student workload

The course has two parts: gynaecologic care (2 cr), urologic care (1 cr) and gastrointenstinal (2 cr)
Individual online assignment on sexuality.
Group work on cancer nursing and family planning

1 cr = 27 h. 5 cr= 135 h.

Gynaecological care: 16 h lectures, 3 h exam, 4 h individual work with sexuality assignment, 32 h individual work = 54 h

Urologisk care = 27 h

Gastroenterologic conditions: 54 h

Common Moodle exam 3 h

Content scheduling

-

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at the SimMan exercises and gunaecological workshop
Uniform and slippers at SimMan exercises and gynaecological workshop.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, can reflect and motivate their positions

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge regarding the other students' written work. The student masters the substance of his work but the application is limited.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Accepted written exam for both parts
Grade 0-5
Gynaecologic care 30 points
Gastrointestinal care 30 points
Urologic unhealth 15 points
= totalt 75 ponts

38-44 p. = 1
45-52 p. = 2
53-60 p. = 3
61-68 p. = 4
69-75 p. = 5

Assignemnt on sexuality Pass/ Fail

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of the most common musculoskeletal-, neurological-, hematological-, and sensory disorders as well as their underlying pathophysiology and treatment
- can describe the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and sensory organs
- has evidence-based knowledge of the characteristics of the medical and surgical patient
- can apply evidence-based clinical practice and critical thinking in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, and sensory disorders
- can carry out structured care planning and documentation in accordance with national directives
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders , and the disorders of the sensory organs
- can integrate health-promoting care in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders and disorders of the sensory organs, and further more support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care

Content

Care of the patient with musculoskeletal disorders
Care of the patient with neurological disorders
Care of the patient with hematological disorders
Care of the patient with sensory disorders

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Autumn 2024

Materials

MUSKELOSKELETALA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson, R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red). (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap. 10. Allmän ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 15. Vård vid reumatiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Kumlien, C. & Rystedt, J. (red). (2022). Omvårdnad & kirurgi. Kap. 28. Ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 21 och 22. Stockholm: Liber AB.
Föreläsningar på Moodle

NEUROLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red) (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap 12. Neurokirurgi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 5. Vård vid cerebrovaskulära sjukdomar. Kap. 6. Vård vid neurologiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). (2020). Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 23 och 24. Stockholm: Liber AB,
Föreläsningar på Moodle

HEMATOLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 4. Vård vid blodsjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G, Almås H.& Gronseth, R.(red). 2020. Klinisk omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 28 (delar). Stockholm: Liber AB.
Material på Moodle.

SINNESORGANENS SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Föreläsningsmaterial på Moodle.

Övrigt:
Föreläsningsmaterial i Moodle och enligt kursansvarigas anvisningar.

Referenslitteratur:
Burman J., Nyholm D. & Amandusson Å. (2020). Neurologi (6:e upplagan). Liber.
Ekwall, A. & Jansson, M. (2022). Omvårdnad och medicin.
Gahrton, G & Juliusson, G. (2012). Blodets sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Iivanainen, A. & Syväoja, P. (2016). Hoida ja kirjaa. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.

Medibas via www.ezproxy.novia.fi

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Workshops (case & practice)

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at workshops.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: points 70%-89%

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of the most common musculoskeletal-, neurological-, hematological-, and sensory disorders as well as their underlying pathophysiology and treatment
- can describe the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and sensory organs
- has evidence-based knowledge of the characteristics of the medical and surgical patient
- can apply evidence-based clinical practice and critical thinking in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, and sensory disorders
- can carry out structured care planning and documentation in accordance with national directives
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders , and the disorders of the sensory organs
- can integrate health-promoting care in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders and disorders of the sensory organs, and further more support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care

Content

Care of the patient with musculoskeletal disorders
Care of the patient with neurological disorders
Care of the patient with hematological disorders
Care of the patient with sensory disorders

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Autumn 2024

Materials

MUSKELOSKELETALA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson, R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red). (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap. 10. Allmän ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 15. Vård vid reumatiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Kumlien, C. & Rystedt, J. (red). (2022). Omvårdnad & kirurgi. Kap. 28. Ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 21 och 22. Stockholm: Liber AB.
Föreläsningar på Moodle

NEUROLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red) (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap 12. Neurokirurgi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 5. Vård vid cerebrovaskulära sjukdomar. Kap. 6. Vård vid neurologiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). (2020). Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 23 och 24. Stockholm: Liber AB,
Föreläsningar på Moodle

HEMATOLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 4. Vård vid blodsjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G, Almås H.& Gronseth, R.(red). 2020. Klinisk omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 28 (delar). Stockholm: Liber AB.
Material på Moodle.

SINNESORGANENS SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Föreläsningsmaterial på Moodle.

Övrigt:
Föreläsningsmaterial i Moodle och enligt kursansvarigas anvisningar.

Referenslitteratur:
Burman J., Nyholm D. & Amandusson Å. (2020). Neurologi (6:e upplagan). Liber.
Ekwall, A. & Jansson, M. (2022). Omvårdnad och medicin.
Gahrton, G & Juliusson, G. (2012). Blodets sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Iivanainen, A. & Syväoja, P. (2016). Hoida ja kirjaa. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.

Medibas via www.ezproxy.novia.fi

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Workshops (case & practice)

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at workshops.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: points 70%-89%

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of the most common musculoskeletal-, neurological-, hematological-, and sensory disorders as well as their underlying pathophysiology and treatment
- can describe the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and sensory organs
- has evidence-based knowledge of the characteristics of the medical and surgical patient
- can apply evidence-based clinical practice and critical thinking in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, and sensory disorders
- can carry out structured care planning and documentation in accordance with national directives
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders , and the disorders of the sensory organs
- can integrate health-promoting care in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders and disorders of the sensory organs, and further more support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care

Content

Care of the patient with musculoskeletal disorders
Care of the patient with neurological disorders
Care of the patient with hematological disorders
Care of the patient with sensory disorders

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Autumn 2024

Materials

MUSKELOSKELETALA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson, R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red). (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap. 10. Allmän ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 15. Vård vid reumatiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Kumlien, C. & Rystedt, J. (red). (2022). Omvårdnad & kirurgi. Kap. 28. Ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 21 och 22. Stockholm: Liber AB.
Föreläsningar på Moodle

NEUROLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red) (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap 12. Neurokirurgi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 5. Vård vid cerebrovaskulära sjukdomar. Kap. 6. Vård vid neurologiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). (2020). Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 23 och 24. Stockholm: Liber AB,
Föreläsningar på Moodle

HEMATOLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 4. Vård vid blodsjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G, Almås H.& Gronseth, R.(red). 2020. Klinisk omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 28 (delar). Stockholm: Liber AB.
Material på Moodle.

SINNESORGANENS SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Föreläsningsmaterial på Moodle.

Övrigt:
Föreläsningsmaterial i Moodle och enligt kursansvarigas anvisningar.

Referenslitteratur:
Burman J., Nyholm D. & Amandusson Å. (2020). Neurologi (6:e upplagan). Liber.
Ekwall, A. & Jansson, M. (2022). Omvårdnad och medicin.
Gahrton, G & Juliusson, G. (2012). Blodets sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Iivanainen, A. & Syväoja, P. (2016). Hoida ja kirjaa. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.

Medibas via www.ezproxy.novia.fi

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Workshops (case & practice)

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at workshops.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: points 70%-89%

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of the most common musculoskeletal-, neurological-, hematological-, and sensory disorders as well as their underlying pathophysiology and treatment
- can describe the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and sensory organs
- has evidence-based knowledge of the characteristics of the medical and surgical patient
- can apply evidence-based clinical practice and critical thinking in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, and sensory disorders
- can carry out structured care planning and documentation in accordance with national directives
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders , and the disorders of the sensory organs
- can integrate health-promoting care in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders and disorders of the sensory organs, and further more support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care

Content

Care of the patient with musculoskeletal disorders
Care of the patient with neurological disorders
Care of the patient with hematological disorders
Care of the patient with sensory disorders

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Spring 2025

Materials

MUSKELOSKELETALA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson, R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red). (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap. 10. Allmän ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 15. Vård vid reumatiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Kumlien, C. & Rystedt, J. (red). (2022). Omvårdnad & kirurgi. Kap. 28. Ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 21 och 22. Stockholm: Liber AB.
Föreläsningar på Moodle

NEUROLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red) (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap 12. Neurokirurgi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 5. Vård vid cerebrovaskulära sjukdomar. Kap. 6. Vård vid neurologiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). (2020). Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 23 och 24. Stockholm: Liber AB,
Föreläsningar på Moodle

HEMATOLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 4. Vård vid blodsjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G, Almås H.& Gronseth, R.(red). 2020. Klinisk omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 28 (delar). Stockholm: Liber AB.
Material på Moodle.

SINNESORGANENS SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Föreläsningsmaterial på Moodle.

Övrigt:
Föreläsningsmaterial i Moodle och enligt kursansvarigas anvisningar.

Referenslitteratur:
Burman J., Nyholm D. & Amandusson Å. (2020). Neurologi (6:e upplagan). Liber.
Ekwall, A. & Jansson, M. (2022). Omvårdnad och medicin.
Iivanainen, A. & Syväoja, P. (2016). Hoida ja kirjaa. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.

Medibas via www.ezproxy.novia.fi

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Workshops (case & practice)

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at workshops.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: points 70%-89%

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of the most common musculoskeletal-, neurological-, hematological-, and sensory disorders as well as their underlying pathophysiology and treatment
- can describe the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system and sensory organs
- has evidence-based knowledge of the characteristics of the medical and surgical patient
- can apply evidence-based clinical practice and critical thinking in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, and sensory disorders
- can carry out structured care planning and documentation in accordance with national directives
- has the ability to assess the need for care in patients through adequate clinical and physiological assessments, and can prioritize and document these according to national classification systems
- understands the importance of health promotion and preventive care, as well as rehabilitation in relation to musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders , and the disorders of the sensory organs
- can integrate health-promoting care in musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological disorders and disorders of the sensory organs, and further more support and guide the patient and relatives in self-care

Content

Care of the patient with musculoskeletal disorders
Care of the patient with neurological disorders
Care of the patient with hematological disorders
Care of the patient with sensory disorders

Location and time

Novia Vaasa, Alere
Spring 2025

Materials

MUSKELOSKELETALA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson, R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red). (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap. 10. Allmän ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 15. Vård vid reumatiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Kumlien, C. & Rystedt, J. (red). (2022). Omvårdnad & kirurgi. Kap. 28. Ortopedi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). 2020. Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 21 och 22. Stockholm: Liber AB.
Föreläsningar på Moodle

NEUROLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Andersson R., Regnér, S. & Rogmark, C. (red) (2021). Kirurgiska sjukdomar. Kap 12. Neurokirurgi. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 5. Vård vid cerebrovaskulära sjukdomar. Kap. 6. Vård vid neurologiska sjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G., Almås, H. & Gronseth, R, (red). (2020). Klinisk Omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 23 och 24. Stockholm: Liber AB,
Föreläsningar på Moodle

HEMATOLOGISKA SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Ericson, T. & Lind, M. (2020). Medicinska sjukdomar. Kap. 4. Vård vid blodsjukdomar. Lund: Studentlitteratur AB.
Stubberud, D-G, Almås H.& Gronseth, R.(red). 2020. Klinisk omvårdnad 2 (3:e uppl.). Kap. 28 (delar). Stockholm: Liber AB.
Material på Moodle.

SINNESORGANENS SJUKDOMSTILLSTÅND:
Föreläsningsmaterial på Moodle.

Övrigt:
Föreläsningsmaterial i Moodle och enligt kursansvarigas anvisningar.

Referenslitteratur:
Burman J., Nyholm D. & Amandusson Å. (2020). Neurologi (6:e upplagan). Liber.
Ekwall, A. & Jansson, M. (2022). Omvårdnad och medicin.
Iivanainen, A. & Syväoja, P. (2016). Hoida ja kirjaa. Helsinki: Sanoma Pro.

Medibas via www.ezproxy.novia.fi

Teaching methods

Lectures
Self-studies
Workshops (case & practice)

Completion alternatives

Validation according to Novia instructions.

Further information

Mandatory attendance at the introductory lecture
Mandatory attendance at workshops.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Written exam: points < 50%

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Written exam: The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject, points 50%-69%

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Written exam: points 70%-89%

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Written exam: The student shows an in-depth knowledge, points > 90%

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care

Objective

The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout

Content

Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care

Location and time

Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times

Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule

Materials

Communication:
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle

Introduction: Materials on Moodle

Teaching methods

Communication - Swedish 3 cr:
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed

Introduction to academic studies 1 cr: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test. More course information can be found in Moodle platform

Exam schedules

Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.

Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests

Student workload

27 h/cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student do not have a sufficient knowledge and competence about the topic.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Further information

Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.

Objective

The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout

Content

Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care

Location and time

Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times

Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule

Materials

Communication:
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle

Introduction: Materials on Moodle

Teaching methods

Communication - Swedish 3 cr:
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed

Introduction to academic studies 1 cr: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test. More course information can be found in Moodle platform

Exam schedules

Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.

Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests

Student workload

27 h/cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The student do not have a sufficient knowledge and competence about the topic.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Further information

Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.

Objective

The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout

Content

Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care

Location and time

Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times

Introduction to academic studies:
- According to schedule. Compulsary attendance

Materials

Communication
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle

Teaching methods

Communication: Swedish 3 cr
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed

Introduction to academic studies 1 cr:
- Lecturers, presentations,
- Virtual on line test.
- Virtual test ( library )

More course information can be found on Moodle platform

Exam schedules

Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.

Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests

Student workload

One (1) credit corresponds to 27 hours of work for the student.
This course is 4 credits which means 108 hours of work for this course.

The course is divided according to:
3 credits Communication/Swedish (Language teacher)
1 ECTS Introduction (Marie Hjortell and Terese Österberg)

Further information

Introduction to university studies 1 cr:
Study information and information search
Learning in a university context
Data protection and data security

Communication for midwives/public health nurses 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature searches manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
E-mail handling and use of social media in care work

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Communication

Student
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way, in accordance with the requirements of working life and social life.
knows the work process of scientific writing and can use referencing systems.
- is aware of different ways to search for information and can report according to the rules for standard reporting.
Students with Finnish as the language of schooling must demonstrate such knowledge of Swedish as is required of public employees according to the law (424/2003). This means that these students should demonstrate satisfactory (grade 1-3) or good (grade 4-5) ability to use Swedish in speech and writing. Oral and written skills are assessed separately.
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge requirements

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Kommunikation:
Underkänd
Studerande visar inte tillräcklig kompetens i ämnet.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Communication:
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Further information

Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of clinical pharmacology
- has knowledge of drugs in the most common disease groups
- has knowledge of drugs that are common in several different disease groups
- understands and can follow up the effects, side effects and interactions of the drugs

Content

Clinical pharmacology

Location and time

100% online course

Materials

Nordeng& Spigset. Farmakologi och farmakologisk omvårdnad eller
Koskinen et al. 2012. Lääketietoa ammatilaisille
Läkemedelsboken online

Articles, films and podcast according to instructions

Teaching methods

Online 100%
Groupdiscussions/workshops online
selfstudes
recorded lectures
forumdiscusiion and supervisiononline
Final online test / multiple choice

Exam schedules

Short micro assignments / week according to Novia digistrategy Workshops
Final test online l

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assignment done according to instructions with critical and analytic approach = Appr + Can higher the testresult if near limit to higher grade
Assignment done according to instructions and handed in according to deadline= appr
Assignment incomplete and need to be completed : Complete
Assignment not handed in or handed in 4 week after course is finished : Not appr


Assigment handed in too late ( < 4 weeks) can lower grade

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assigmets and workshops Appr+ /Appr/ complete/not pass
Online test 0-5 /0% correct answers for pass

Qualifications

VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of clinical pharmacology
- has knowledge of drugs in the most common disease groups
- has knowledge of drugs that are common in several different disease groups
- understands and can follow up the effects, side effects and interactions of the drugs

Content

Clinical pharmacology

Location and time

100% online course

Materials

Nordeng& Spigset. Farmakologi och farmakologisk omvårdnad eller
Koskinen et al. 2012. Lääketietoa ammatilaisille
Läkemedelsboken online

Articles, films and podcast according to instructions

Teaching methods

Online 100%
Groupdiscussions/workshops online
selfstudes
recorded lectures
forumdiscusiion and supervisiononline
Final online test / multiple choice

Exam schedules

Short micro assignments / week according to Novia digistrategy Workshops
Final test online l

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assignment done according to instructions with critical and analytic approach = Appr + Can higher the testresult if near limit to higher grade
Assignment done according to instructions and handed in according to deadline= appr
Assignment incomplete and need to be completed : Complete
Assignment not handed in or handed in 4 week after course is finished : Not appr


Assigment handed in too late ( < 4 weeks) can lower grade

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assigmets and workshops Appr+ /Appr/ complete/not pass
Online test 0-5 /0% correct answers for pass

Qualifications

VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of clinical pharmacology
- has knowledge of drugs in the most common disease groups
- has knowledge of drugs that are common in several different disease groups
- understands and can follow up the effects, side effects and interactions of the drugs

Content

Clinical pharmacology

Location and time

100% online course

Materials

Nordeng& Spigset. Farmakologi och farmakologisk omvårdnad eller
Koskinen et al. 2012. Lääketietoa ammatilaisille
Läkemedelsboken online

Articles, films and podcast according to instructions

Teaching methods

Online 100%
Groupdiscussions/workshops online
selfstudes
recorded lectures
forumdiscusiion and supervisiononline
Final online test / multiple choice

Exam schedules

Short micro assignments / week according to Novia digistrategy Workshops
Final test online l

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assignment done according to instructions with critical and analytic approach = Appr + Can higher the testresult if near limit to higher grade
Assignment done according to instructions and handed in according to deadline= appr
Assignment incomplete and need to be completed : Complete
Assignment not handed in or handed in 4 week after course is finished : Not appr


Assigment handed in too late ( < 4 weeks) can lower grade

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assigmets and workshops Appr+ /Appr/ complete/not pass
Online test 0-5 /0% correct answers for pass

Qualifications

VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1

Objective

Student:
- has knowledge of clinical pharmacology
- has knowledge of drugs in the most common disease groups
- has knowledge of drugs that are common in several different disease groups
- understands and can follow up the effects, side effects and interactions of the drugs

Content

Clinical pharmacology

Location and time

100% online course

Materials

Nordeng& Spigset. Farmakologi och farmakologisk omvårdnad eller
Koskinen et al. 2012. Lääketietoa ammatilaisille
Läkemedelsboken online

Articles, films and podcast according to instructions

Teaching methods

Online 100%
Groupdiscussions/workshops online
selfstudes
recorded lectures
forumdiscusiion and supervisiononline
Final online test / multiple choice

Exam schedules

Short micro assignments / week according to Novia digistrategy Workshops
Final test online l

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assignment done according to instructions with critical and analytic approach = Appr + Can higher the testresult if near limit to higher grade
Assignment done according to instructions and handed in according to deadline= appr
Assignment incomplete and need to be completed : Complete
Assignment not handed in or handed in 4 week after course is finished : Not appr


Assigment handed in too late ( < 4 weeks) can lower grade

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assigmets and workshops Appr+ /Appr/ complete/not pass
Online test 0-5 /0% correct answers for pass

Qualifications

VÅV22GV05 Drug Therapy 1

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of the biology of the different microbial groups in order to be able to understand and describe the risks of infection
- knows the different routes of infection in order to be able to assess and prevent infection risks in the event of infection
- can summarize and exemplify the human microbiota and can explain its role in health and disease
- can name the most common pathogenic microbes
- understand the basics of bacterial resistance development in order to protect patients
- understand the significance and consequences of the resistant bacteria for the patient
- understands the importance of reducing the presence of resistant bacteria for sustainable development
- understands one's own role in antibiotic stewardship
- can describe how the lymphocytes function in the immune system during health and illness
- can explain what happens during an immunization (infection, vaccination, rhesus immunization, passive immunization)
- have knowledge of human biological changes in pathological conditions
- can describe endogenous and exogenous etiologies of disease
- understand the significance of the acute inflammatory reaction

Content

Clinical microbiology
Immunology
Pathology

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The studentshows limited substance knowledge, can be essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The studentshows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of the biology of the different microbial groups in order to be able to understand and describe the risks of infection
- knows the different routes of infection in order to be able to assess and prevent infection risks in the event of infection
- can summarize and exemplify the human microbiota and can explain its role in health and disease
- can name the most common pathogenic microbes
- understand the basics of bacterial resistance development in order to protect patients
- understand the significance and consequences of the resistant bacteria for the patient
- understands the importance of reducing the presence of resistant bacteria for sustainable development
- understands one's own role in antibiotic stewardship
- can describe how the lymphocytes function in the immune system during health and illness
- can explain what happens during an immunization (infection, vaccination, rhesus immunization, passive immunization)
- have knowledge of human biological changes in pathological conditions
- can describe endogenous and exogenous etiologies of disease
- understand the significance of the acute inflammatory reaction

Content

Clinical microbiology
Immunology
Pathology

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The studentshows limited substance knowledge, can be essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The studentshows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

The student:
- has knowledge of the biology of the different microbial groups in order to be able to understand and describe the risks of infection
- knows the different routes of infection in order to be able to assess and prevent infection risks in the event of infection
- can summarize and exemplify the human microbiota and can explain its role in health and disease
- can name the most common pathogenic microbes
- understand the basics of bacterial resistance development in order to protect patients
- understand the significance and consequences of the resistant bacteria for the patient
- understands the importance of reducing the presence of resistant bacteria for sustainable development
- understands one's own role in antibiotic stewardship
- can describe how the lymphocytes function in the immune system during health and illness
- can explain what happens during an immunization (infection, vaccination, rhesus immunization, passive immunization)
- have knowledge of human biological changes in pathological conditions
- can describe endogenous and exogenous etiologies of disease
- understand the significance of the acute inflammatory reaction

Content

Clinical microbiology
Immunology
Pathology

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The studentshows limited substance knowledge, can be essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The studentshows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, and independent working methods)

Qualifications

No prior knowledge required

Objective

Student:
- can, based on case descriptions and simulation exercises, assess (identify and analyze care needs), plan, implement and evaluate the patient's care, and as part of a team perform the necessary evidence-based care measures
- can use technical equipment and perform central care measures in medical and surgical care
- can resuscitate patients in simulated situations
- can perform different types of sampling and has insights into the importance of laboratory examinations in patient care
- has knowledge of the areas of use of medical radiation and radiation protection

Content

Simulation exercises based on case
IV cannulation, iv drugs, iv antibiotics and infusion solutions
Blood transfusions
PICC and CVK
Use of perfusor
Inhalation drugs
Fluid balance sheet
CPR-D + (cardiopulmonary resuscitation, defibrillator and IV drugs for resuscitation, and monitoring during and after resuscitation)
Patient preparation and preanalytical factors, sampling and the most common laboratory examinations
Medical radiation and radiation protection

Location and time

Autumn 2024
University of Applied Science, Alere, Vasa

Materials

KLINISKA VÅRDÅTGÄRDER;
Boman, L. & Wikström, C. 2019. Medicinsk teknik. Teori, planering och genomförande. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Röda Korsets ABO-nätkurs.
Moodleföreläsningar.

RESUSCITATION;
Käypä hoito - suositus: Elvytys https://www.kaypahoito.fi/hoi17010
www.terveysportti.fi: Akuuttihoito opas: Elvytys ja elvytetyn potilaan jatkohoito
Moodleföreläsningar.

LABORATORIEKUNSKAP
Laboratoriotutkimusten näytteenotto (2021, Friman, Tarja; Kuparinen, Marja; Lehto, Liisa & Liikanen Eeva)
Näytteenottajan käsikirja (2016, Matikainen, Anna-Mari; Miettinen Marja & Wasström, Kalle)
Klinisk kemi: Kortfattad analystolkning (2014, Lund-Egloff, D. & Löwbeer, C.)
Jorfeldt, L., & Pahlm, O. (2011). EKG: Grunder, handledning vid tolkning och 101 kliniska fall. Studentlitteratur.
Lind, Y., & Lind, L. (2010). EKG-boken, bok med eLabb. Liber.

RADIATION SAFETY: See Moodle

Teaching methods

Lectures, discussions, demonstrations, individual assignments, problem solving.
Clinical exercises in laboratory class.

Exam schedules

Red Cross blood web-course made last
Clinical exam week
Resuscitation test according to schedule
Radiation safety: On-line examination, the date will be decided the first lecture

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved individual tasks and exercises.
Approved Red Cross ABO online course.
Passed clinical examination: Grade GK / UK
Radiation safety: Grade Approved/ Failed

Further information

Mandatory attendance at clinical exercises in laboratory class.
In clinical exercises, care clothes and slippers is used.
See Moodle for more information!

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV06 First Aid and Emergency Preparedness
VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care

Objective

Student:
- can, based on case descriptions and simulation exercises, assess (identify and analyze care needs), plan, implement and evaluate the patient's care, and as part of a team perform the necessary evidence-based care measures
- can use technical equipment and perform central care measures in medical and surgical care
- can resuscitate patients in simulated situations
- can perform different types of sampling and has insights into the importance of laboratory examinations in patient care
- has knowledge of the areas of use of medical radiation and radiation protection

Content

Simulation exercises based on case
IV cannulation, iv drugs, iv antibiotics and infusion solutions
Blood transfusions
PICC and CVK
Use of perfusor
Inhalation drugs
Fluid balance sheet
CPR-D + (cardiopulmonary resuscitation, defibrillator and IV drugs for resuscitation, and monitoring during and after resuscitation)
Patient preparation and preanalytical factors, sampling and the most common laboratory examinations
Medical radiation and radiation protection

Location and time

Autumn 2024
University of Applied Science, Alere, Vasa

Materials

KLINISKA VÅRDÅTGÄRDER;
Boman, L. & Wikström, C. 2019. Medicinsk teknik. Teori, planering och genomförande. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
Röda Korsets ABO-nätkurs.
Moodleföreläsningar.

RESUSCITATION;
Käypä hoito - suositus: Elvytys https://www.kaypahoito.fi/hoi17010
www.terveysportti.fi: Akuuttihoito opas: Elvytys ja elvytetyn potilaan jatkohoito
Moodleföreläsningar.

LABORATORIEKUNSKAP
Laboratoriotutkimusten näytteenotto (2021, Friman, Tarja; Kuparinen, Marja; Lehto, Liisa & Liikanen Eeva)
Näytteenottajan käsikirja (2016, Matikainen, Anna-Mari; Miettinen Marja & Wasström, Kalle)
Klinisk kemi: Kortfattad analystolkning (2014, Lund-Egloff, D. & Löwbeer, C.)
Jorfeldt, L., & Pahlm, O. (2011). EKG: Grunder, handledning vid tolkning och 101 kliniska fall. Studentlitteratur.
Lind, Y., & Lind, L. (2010). EKG-boken, bok med eLabb. Liber.

RADIATION SAFETY: See Moodle

Teaching methods

Lectures, discussions, demonstrations, individual assignments, problem solving.
Clinical exercises in laboratory class.

Exam schedules

Red Cross blood web-course made last
Clinical exam week
Resuscitation test according to schedule
Radiation safety: On-line examination, the date will be decided the first lecture

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Approved individual tasks and exercises.
Approved Red Cross ABO online course.
Passed clinical examination: Grade GK / UK
Radiation safety: Grade Approved/ Failed

Further information

Mandatory attendance at clinical exercises in laboratory class.
In clinical exercises, care clothes and slippers is used.
See Moodle for more information!

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.

The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views

Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional

Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)

The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.

Qualifications

VÅV22GV02 Basics in Nursing Care
VÅV22GV06 First Aid and Emergency Preparedness
VÅV22PR01 Practice: Basic Care