Academic year 2021 - 2022

•   A Theoretical Framework for Nursing Research NU15RM02-3004 10.01.2022-13.02.2022  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain knowledge of the fundamental philosophical theories underpinning nursing research
  - obtain knowledge of nursing theories that influence nursing research and nursing care
  - become familiar with the tradition and development of Caring Science - its history and future
  - be able to integrate basic knowledge of ontology, epistemology and the ethos of Caring Science into different modules of clinical caring and nursing

  Prerequisites

  The Nature and Ethics of Nursing
  Integral Aspects of Nursing Research

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain knowledge of the fundamental philosophical theories underpinning nursing research
  - obtain knowledge of nursing theories that influence nursing research and nursing care
  - become familiar with the tradition and development of Caring Science - its history and future
  - be able to integrate basic knowledge of ontology, epistemology and the ethos of Caring Science into different modules of clinical caring and nursing

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Rika Levy-Malmberg

  Mode of delivery

  34% Face-to-face, 66% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Alligood, M.R. ed. 2018. Nursing theorists and their work. St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier. (2014 version is available as e-book)
  
  Gerrish, K. & Lathlean, J. eds. 2015. The research process in nursing . 7th ed. Chichester, West Sussex, UK ; Malden, MA, USA : Wiley Blackwell (also available as e book) chapters 1-3,7-9,12,13, 25 ,28, 30, 34, 38.
  
  Polit, D.F. & Beck, C. T. 2017. Nursing research. Generating and Assessing evidence for Nursing practice (10 th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health
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  Polit, D.F. & Beck, C. T. 2018. Essentials of nursing research. appraising evidence for nursing practice (9th ed.) . Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health

  Learning methods

  Lectures, discussions, seminars

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Methods and basis for evaluation:
  Nursing theory 1 cr
  Written exam 2cr
  
  Criteria for the theory evaluation:
  Motivation of choice 1 point
  Background of theorist 2 p
  Where did the theorist find inspiration 1 p
  How was the theory created/generated 1 p
  Description of the theory 10 p
  Concepts/phenomena 4 p
  Relations within the theory 1 p
  Assumptions, hypothesis, premises 1 p
  Level of theory 1 p
  How is the theory used 2 p
  Criteria for evaluation of the theory 2 p
  Conclusions what did you learn from the theory, how could you use this theory in practice and in your thesis 2 p
  PP layout 1 p
  Other material: pictures, books, instruments etc 2 p
  Presentation, prepared 2 p
  Comments 2 p
  References 2 p
  max 10 slides 1 p
  Handed in on time 1 p
  Followed instructions 1 p
  Total points 40
  
  Written exam 50%= grade 1

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  10.01.2022 - 13.02.2022

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 14.11.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Seats

  20 - 35

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Rika Levy-Malmberg

  Additional information

  The theory chosen in the assignment can be used in the thesis.

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Validation according to general instructions on validation in Novia

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Time table for examination:
  Typer of axamination is given during introduction lecture
  Possibility to two retakes on two later dates
  Presentation on seminar

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  6x2h= 12 lectures, individual presentation,
  seminars 4h per student in two groups (8h all together)
  2h online exam
  63 h own work, reading, doing assignment, preparing for seminar and online exam
  
  1 cr=27h, 3cr= 81h work for students

  Content scheduling

  -

•   Acute and Intensive Nursing Care NU15IC04-3004 01.11.2021-22.05.2022  3 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - prepare to implement the nursing process in acute and intensive nursing care
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients in pain
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients in chock
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients with multiple health problems
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients with trauma or multiple injuries
  - become prepared to care for patients with altered electrolyte- and fluid balance
  - become prepared to support the patient and his/her family in acute and intensive nursing care situations

  Prerequisites

  Specialized Nursing Skills 2
  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 2

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - prepare to implement the nursing process in acute and intensive nursing care
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients in pain
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients in chock
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients with multiple health problems
  - obtain knowledge of nursing care for patients with trauma or multiple injuries
  - become prepared to care for patients with altered electrolyte- and fluid balance
  - become prepared to support the patient and his/her family in acute and intensive nursing care situations

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Price, A., Smith, S. & Challiner, A. 2016. Ward-based Critical Care. A Guide for Health Professionals. 2nd Edition.
  Holbery, N & Newcombe, P. 2016. Emergency Nursing at a Glance.
  WHO, Emergency & Trauma Care Training Course. https://www.who.int/surgery/publications/s16382e.pdf

  Learning methods

  lectures, (online lectures are not taped)
  case studies
  discussions,
  group-work

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grade 0 - 5

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.11.2021 - 22.05.2022

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 14.11.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Written exam
  Re-take 1
  Re-take 2

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Cooperation with Vaasa Central hospital

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written exam 2021

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h

•   Acute and Intensive Nursing Skills NU15CT05-3003 01.12.2021-29.05.2022  3 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to outline and apply the theory of intensive and emergency care to nursing and consider the specific caring needs of the patient who is critically ill or suffers from trauma
  - demonstrate skills in assessing, implementing and evaluating the nursing process in acute and intensive nursing care settings
  - become familiar with common problems in critical and acute care, and be able to implement that knowledge in simulated situations
  - become familiar with the technology of intensive and acute care settings and prepared to perform first aid in hospital settings
  - be able to perform resuscitation in various settings

  Prerequisites

  Specialized Nursing Skills 2
  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 2

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to outline and apply the theory of intensive and emergency care to nursing and consider the specific caring needs of the patient who is critically ill or suffers from trauma
  - demonstrate skills in assessing, implementing and evaluating the nursing process in acute and intensive nursing care settings
  - become familiar with common problems in critical and acute care, and be able to implement that knowledge in simulated situations
  - become familiar with the technology of intensive and acute care settings and prepared to perform first aid in hospital settings
  - be able to perform resuscitation in various settings

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  Person(s) in charge

  Nina Vestö

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Price, A., Smith, S. & Challiner, A. 2016. Ward-based Critical Care. A Guide for Health Professionals. 2nd Edition.
  Holbery, N & Newcombe, P. 2016. Emergency Nursing at a Glance.
  WHO, Emergency & Trauma Care Training Course. https://www.who.int/surgery/publications/s16382e.pdf

  Learning methods

  Practice in class, simulation exercise

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Pass /fail

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.12.2021 - 29.05.2022

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn, Nina Vestö

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Practical examination, pass/fail

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  Cooperation with Vaasa Central hospital, Elvytysviikko

•   Anatomy and Physiology NU21BM10-3001 30.08.2021-23.11.2021  4 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -understand the structure and function of the locomotor system, as well as the anatomic position and the description of orientation
  -become familiar with cell biology, as well as different types of tissues, and understand their function
  -understand how the nervous system regulates physiological processes
  -understand the structure and function of the sense organs
  -understand how the endocrine system regulates body metabolism and organ functions
  -understand the function of different organ systems, such as blood circulation, respiration, digestion and the urinary system
  -understand how the lymphatic system works
  -understand the reproductive system
  -understand the body's fluid- and acid-base balance
  -be able to apply the above mentioned knowledge to nursing care

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Basic anatomical terminology; body positions, directional terms, planes through the human body, terms in Latin and Greek.
  Basic cell biology. Different cells and tissues, organs and organ systems. The integumentary system.
  Structure and function of the nervous system.
  Structure and function of the sense organs.
  The endocrine system and regulation of organ functions and metabolism.
  The reproductive system; structure and function.
  The locomotor system; muscles, bones, joints and cartilages.
  The blood and cardiovascular system
  The lymphatic system
  The respiratory system
  The digestive system
  The urinary system and the fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance in the body

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Course books:
  Peate I. and Nair M. (2017) Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology : For Nursing and Healthcare Students
  
  Additional recommended books:
  Peate I. and Nair M. (2015) Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses at a Glance. Wiley Blackwell.
  Tortora Gerard J. & Derrickson Bryan H. (2009 or newer version) Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (12th ed) Volume 1 & 2. John Wiley & Sons. Asia
  Tortora Gerard J. (2006). A brief Atlas of the skeleton, surface anatomy, and selected medical images. John Wiley & Sons. Asia
  Lecture material and exercises on Moodle

  Learning methods

  On-line study material and tasks.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on results in the on-line exam and virtual tests

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 23.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Camilla Ribacka

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  4 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Course examination via the Moodle platform 23rd of November
  Re-take is possible two times.

  Student's schedule and workload

  Self studies and digital teaching methods 108 h.

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Weak knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Good knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Excellent knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

•   Anatomy and Physiology NU21BM10-3002 30.08.2021-23.11.2021  4 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -understand the structure and function of the locomotor system, as well as the anatomic position and the description of orientation
  -become familiar with cell biology, as well as different types of tissues, and understand their function
  -understand how the nervous system regulates physiological processes
  -understand the structure and function of the sense organs
  -understand how the endocrine system regulates body metabolism and organ functions
  -understand the function of different organ systems, such as blood circulation, respiration, digestion and the urinary system
  -understand how the lymphatic system works
  -understand the reproductive system
  -understand the body's fluid- and acid-base balance
  -be able to apply the above mentioned knowledge to nursing care

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  Basic anatomical terminology; body positions, directional terms, planes through the human body, terms in Latin and Greek.
  Basic cell biology. Different cells and tissues, organs and organ systems. The integumentary system.
  Structure and function of the nervous system.
  Structure and function of the sense organs.
  The endocrine system and regulation of organ functions and metabolism.
  The reproductive system; structure and function.
  The locomotor system; muscles, bones, joints and cartilages.
  The blood and cardiovascular system
  The lymphatic system
  The respiratory system
  The digestive system
  The urinary system and the fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance in the body

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  50% Face-to-face, 50% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Course books:
  Peate I. and Nair M. (2017) Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology : For Nursing and Healthcare Students
  
  Additional recommended books:
  Peate I. and Nair M. (2015) Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses at a Glance. Wiley Blackwell.
  Tortora Gerard J. & Derrickson Bryan H. (2009 or newer version) Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (12th ed) Volume 1 & 2. John Wiley & Sons. Asia
  Tortora Gerard J. (2006). A brief Atlas of the skeleton, surface anatomy, and selected medical images. John Wiley & Sons. Asia
  Lecture material and exercises on Moodle

  Learning methods

  Lectures, tasks and discussions.
  Selfstudies.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  The course is graded 0-5 based on results in the exam and virtual tests

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 23.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Camilla Ribacka

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Course examination is scheduled in Peppi the 23rd of November
  Re-examination of the course is possible 10.12.2021 and 11.02.2022

  Student's schedule and workload

  Lectures and examination 25 h, self studies and digital teaching methods 83 h.

  Assessment criteria

  Inadequate knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Weak knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Good knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Excellent knowledge of fundamental Anatomy and Physiology

•   Basic Nursing Skills 1 NU20CT01-3004 13.09.2021-10.10.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - assess vital signs
  - employ aseptic technique
  - understand and manage nursing care when a patient is isolated due to illness reasons
  - support the patient’s hygiene
  - demonstrate knowledge and perform skills in basic care, and in promoting physiological health (activity, exercise, sleep)
  - assist a client with nutritional matters
  - obtain knowledge about, and provide, oxygen therapy
  - know the importance of ergonomic working methods and show skills in moving and handling patients
  - demonstrate knowledge about skin integrity and different types of wounds, as well as perform skills in wound care
  - service design in social and health care in relation to patient information and supervision

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - assess vital signs
  - employ aseptic technique
  - understand and manage nursing care when a patient is isolated due to illness reasons
  - support the patient’s hygiene
  - demonstrate knowledge and perform skills in basic care, and in promoting physiological health (activity, exercise, sleep)
  - assist a client with nutritional matters
  - obtain knowledge about, and provide, oxygen therapy
  - service design in social and health care in relation to patient information and supervision
  - know the importance of ergonomic working methods and show skills in moving and handling patients
  - demonstrate knowledge about skin integrity and different types of wounds, as well as perform skills in wound care

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Bergman, A. & Snyder, S. & Frandsen .G. 2016. (10th ed) Kozier & Erb´s. Fundamentals of Nursing. Concepts, process and practice.
  
  Boyd, Claire. (2013). Student Survival Skills. Medicine Management Skills for Nurses. Wiley-Blackwell.
  
  Boyd, Claire. (2013). Student Survival Skills. Clinical Skills for Nurses. Wiley-Blackwell.
  
  Moodle: Teachers notes
  
  Timby, Barabara Kuhn. (2013). Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts. 10 Ed. Lippincott. Williams & Wilkins. USA

  Learning methods

  Close- education at Novia. Practical training in class, demonstration

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.09.2021 - 10.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Åsa Lågland

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Practical test

•   Basic Nursing Skills 2 NU20CT02-3002 11.10.2021-14.11.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain knowledge of, and demonstrates skill in, diagnostic testing, common blood tests and specimen collection and injections (S.C. and I.M)
  - obtain knowledge of the nurse’s role when supporting the patient in the x-ray-situation
  - obtain knowledge about elimination, and demonstrate skills in helping a client with urinary and fecal problems (ss. catheterization and ostomy care)
  - obtain knowledge about altered nutrition and demonstrate skills in enteral nutrition
  - has knowledge about electronical documentation and services

  Prerequisites

  Basic Nursing Skills 1

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain knowledge of, and demonstrates skill in, diagnostic testing, common blood tests and specimen collection and injections (S.C. and I.M)
  - obtain knowledge of the nurse’s role when supporting the patient in the x-ray-situation
  - obtain knowledge about elimination, and demonstrate skills in helping a client with urinary and fecal problems (ss. catheterization and ostomy care)
  - obtain knowledge about altered nutrition and demonstrate skills in enteral nutrition
  - has knowledge about electronical documentation and services

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Berman, A. & Snyder, S. 2012. (9nd ed) Kozier & Erb´s. Fundamentals of Nursing. Concepts, process and practice.
  Hess, C. 2013. Clinical guide to Skin & Wound Care. 7th Ed. Lippincott. Williams & Wilkins.

  Learning methods

  Clinical practice in class + independent training
  Demonstration
  Making of movies

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  11.10.2021 - 14.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 10.10.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund, Åsa Lågland

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Practice in class: pass or fail
  Movies: pass or fail
  Moodle test: pass or fail

•   Cultural Competence and Advanced Nursing Care NU15CT13-3003 01.08.2021-31.12.2021  9 credits  (NU18D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - independently participate in a multiprofessional and multicultural nursing team and create a natural caring relationship with the patient
  - communicate with patients and colleagues in the language used at the workplace and follow the general rules and routines in the working environment
  - implement evidence-based nursing care and employ the nursing process in advanced nursing care situations
  - master clinical nursing methodsand implement nursing activities
  - demonstrate cultural competence in nursing care
  - perform safe drug adminstration

  Prerequisites

  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 3
  Paediatrics, Maternity and Adult Nursing Care
  Mental - Home and Rehabilitative Nursing Care
  Acute and Intensive Nursing Care
  Acute and Intensive Nursing Skills

  Content of the study unit

  Clinical training in patient-centered nursing care

  Further information

  Only for degree students

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Jobiili https://www.jobiili.fi
  Vasa Centralsjukhus https://www.vaasankeskussairaala.fi/sv/
  Terveysportti https://www.terveysportti.fi/terveysportti/koti
  Moodle - Practice Documents from Curriculae 2015

  Learning methods

  Supervised Clinical practice
  Practice seminars

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Clinical Practice 40h / week in six weeks.
  Mandatory attendance 100%
  mandatory attendace at practice seminars
  Approved practice assignments

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 9 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU18D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Irén Vikström-Dahl, Nina Vestö

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Approved internships
  Participation in internship seminar
  Approved practice assignments
  See Moodle - Practice Documents from Curriculae 2015

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Compulsory attendance at Practice seminars week 47
  Approved internship from clinical supervisor and teacher

  Internationa connections

  It is possible to do the clinical training abroad. The student can do it trough NordPlus or Erasmus networks or tto find a hospital themselves. A learning agreement must be signed by all three partners before the internship can start.
  
  Read instructions in Moodle - Practice Documents from Curriculae 2015

  Student's schedule and workload

  40 h/week during clinical training
  6 weeks of practice

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  See the Plan for Clinical Studies for course specific competencies.
  
  The competencies the Student needs to reach in Vasa Central hospital
  Can admit and discharge patients from the ward
  Can define / map the patient's care needs, care planning, implementation of the care and
  evaluate the care (according to FinCC)
  Can be responsible for safe drug handling
  Can use HaiPro
  Can report the report both orally and in writing, participate in rounds, inform and supervise
  patients and relatives
  Can act according to ISBAR in non-emergency situations and in emergency situations
  Have an ethical approach to the treatment of patients and relatives and consider their
  cultural affiliation
  Can apply theoretical knowledge in health care
  Have the ability to independently acquire new evidence-based knowledge
  Can handle complicated occupational assignments under supervision within own
  nursing context
  Can independently make decisions under supervision regarding the patient's care process
  Can be responsible for safe drug treatment under supervision
  Demonstrate the ability to supervise and teach patients (and relatives)
  Promises to conscientiously follow the commitments the work gives and remembers
  professional secrecy
  https://www.vaasankeskussairaala.fi/globalassets/studerande_opiskelijat/handbok-for-studerandehandledning-pa-vasa-centralsjukhus-21.12.2018.pdf

•   Drug Therapy 2 NU15PH02-3003 13.09.2021-31.12.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -master advanced drug therapy in nursing care and recognize personal responsibility in drug handling, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
  -know the active pharmaceutical ingredients
  -know the generic name for drugs used when treating the most common diseases
  -be able to manage the preparative procedures for intravenous (IV) therapy, endovascular treatment and blood transfusions, prepare for these procedures and treatments, and monitor the patient during and after IV-therapy and blood transfusion
  -master patient guidance and documentation related to drug therapy
  -understand the importance of safe drug therapy in relation to patient safety
  -master calculations needed in medical and infusion treatment, and be able to dose and administer medication without error

  Prerequisites

  Basic Nursing Skills 1
  Basic Nursing Skills 2
  Drug therapy 1

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -master advanced drug therapy in nursing care and recognize personal responsibility in drug handling, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
  -know the active pharmaceutical ingredients
  -know the generic name for drugs used when treating the most common diseases
  -be able to manage the preparative procedures for intravenous (IV) therapy, endovascular treatment and blood transfusions, prepare for these procedures and treatments, and monitor the patient during and after IV-therapy and blood transfusion
  -master patient guidance and documentation related to drug therapy
  -understand the importance of safe drug therapy in relation to patient safety
  -master calculations needed in medical and infusion treatment, and be able to dose and administer medication without error

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student must manage drug calculations 100% correctly
  
  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student must manage drug calculations 100% correctly
  
  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student must manage drug calculations 100% correctly
  
  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning methods

  Flipped learning, virtual pedagogics
  Workshops online, assignnets and tests online

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  test grades 0-5
  assignment passed/failed
  calculation test 100% correct answers according to national instructions for drug calculation

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.09.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Seats

  0 - 20

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Sirkku Säätelä

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Exam i drug calculation online /webex after 4 workshops
  online test and assignets according to deadlines i moodle

•   Elderly Care Management NU18CT12-3001 01.08.2021-31.12.2021  6 credits  (NU18D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - take part in a multiprofessional team and create a natural caring relationship with the patient
  - communicate with patients and colleagues in Swedish or Finnish, the main supervision will be carried out in Swedish or Finnish
  - follow the general rules and routines in a working environment
  - independently assess the patient’s caring needs, plan for interventions, as well as take part in the implementation of the plan and the evaluation of the given nursing care
  - make decisions concerning the patient’s individual nursing care, under supervision and with increasing independence
  - implement the nursing process for patients with multiple diseases
  - document and give verbal reports of given nursing care, under supervision and with increasing independence
  - understand the administration of a ward, perform necessary procedures when receiving and discharging a patient

  Prerequisites

  At least two of theses courses:
  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 3
  Paediatrics, Maternity and Adult Nursing Care
  Mental - Home and Rehabilitative Nursing Care

  Content of the study unit

  Clinical training in patient-centered nursing care

  Further information

  Only for degree students

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Jobiili https://www.jobiili.fi
  Vasa Centralsjukhus https://www.vaasankeskussairaala.fi/sv/
  Terveysportti https://www.terveysportti.fi/terveysportti/koti
  Moodle - Practice Documents from Curriculae 2015

  Learning methods

  Supervised Clinical practice
  Practice seminars

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Clinical Practice 40h / week in six weeks.
  Mandatory attendance 100%
  mandatory attendance at practice seminars
  Approved practice assignments
  
  See separate framework for evaluation

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU18D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Irén Vikström-Dahl, Nina Vestö

  Additional information

  It is possible to do the clinical training abroad. The student can do it trough NordPlus or Erasmus networks or tto find a hospital themselves. A learning agreement must be signed by all three partners before the internship can start.
  
  Read instructions in Moodle - Practice Documents from Curriculae 2015

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Approved internships
  Participation in internship seminar
  Approved practice assignments
  See Moodle - Practice Documents from Curriculae 2015

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Compulsory attendance at Practice seminars week 47
  Approved internship from clinical supervisor and teacher

  Student's schedule and workload

  40 h/week during clinical training

  Assessment criteria

  Approved / Failed

  See the Plan for Clinical Studies for course specific competencies.
  The competencies the Student needs to reach in Vasa Central hospital
  Can admit and discharge patients from the ward
  Can define / map the patient's care needs, care planning, implementation of the care and
  evaluate the care (according to FinCC)
  Can be responsible for safe drug handling
  Can use HaiPro
  Can report the report both orally and in writing, participate in rounds, inform and supervise
  patients and relatives
  Can act according to ISBAR in non-emergency situations and in emergency situations
  Have an ethical approach to the treatment of patients and relatives and consider their
  cultural affiliation
  Can apply theoretical knowledge in health care
  Have the ability to independently acquire new evidence-based knowledge
  Can handle complicated occupational assignments under supervision within own
  nursing context
  Can independently make decisions under supervision regarding the patient's care process
  Can be responsible for safe drug treatment under supervision
  Demonstrate the ability to supervise and teach patients (and relatives)
  Promises to conscientiously follow the commitments the work gives and remembers
  professional secrecy
  https://www.vaasankeskussairaala.fi/globalassets/studerande_opiskelijat/handbok-for-studerandehandledning-pa-vasa-centralsjukhus-21.12.2018.pdf

•   Evidence Based Nursing NU21CC10-3001 20.09.2021-28.11.2021  5 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop an international perspective on nursing history
  -become familiar with nursing models, concepts, theories and traditions of caring/nursing science
  -become familiar with ethical theories, codes of ethics, ethical decision-making and ethical issues.
  -obtain fundamental knowledge, and an understanding, of cultural differences, as well as the need for cultural sensitivity in all contact with people.
  -will be able to apply cultural awareness, and respect for individual uniqueness, to nursing care.
  -adopt an approach to nursing care based on critical thinking and evidencebased practice and desicion-making process
  -understand the necessity of an evidence-based practice
  -obtain knowledge of how to assess, plan and implement nursing care based on the patient’s needs
  -know how to evaluate nursing care
  -know the procedures concerning the discharge of patient
  -know how to correctly document and report nursing care according to the national health care system (ISBAR)

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop an international perspective on nursing history
  -become familiar with nursing models, concepts, theories and traditions of caring/nursing science
  -become familiar with ethical theories, codes of ethics, ethical decision-making and ethical issues.
  -obtain fundamental knowledge, and an understanding, of cultural differences, as well as the need for cultural sensitivity in all contact with people.
  -will be able to apply cultural awareness, and respect for individual uniqueness, to nursing care.
  -adopt an approach to nursing care based on critical thinking and evidencebased practice and desicion-making process
  -understand the necessity of an evidence-based practice
  -obtain knowledge of how to assess, plan and implement nursing care based on the patient’s needs
  -know how to evaluate nursing care
  -know the procedures concerning the discharge of patient
  -know how to correctly document and report nursing care according to the national health care system (ISBAR)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  60% Face-to-face, 40% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Berman, A., Snyder, S. Fundamentals of Nursing. Concepts, Process and Practice. 9th ed. Person, New-Jersy. 2012, pp. 161-335.
  Boström, A.-M., Rudman, A., Ehrenberg, A., Gustavsson, J. P., & Wallin, L. (2013). Factors associated with evidence-based practice among registered nurses in Sweden: a national cross-sectional study. BMC Health Services Research, 13(1), 1–12.
  
  Chen, S., Chang, H., & Pai, H. (2018). Caring behaviours directly and indirectly affect nursing students’ critical thinking. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 32(1), 197–203.
  Gonzol, K., & Newby, C. (2013). Facilitating Clinical Reasoning in the Skills Laboratory: Reasoning Model Versus Nursing Process-Based Skills Checklist. Nursing Education Perspectives (National League for Nursing), 34(4), 265–267.
  
  Hinno, S., Partanen, P., Vehviläinen-Julkunen, K. (2012). The professional nursing practice environment and nurse-reported job outcomes in two European countries: a survey of nurses in Finland and the Netherlands. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences.26 Issue( 1), 133-143.
  
  Hancock, H. C., & Easen, P. R. (2004). Evidence-based practice – an incomplete model of the relationship between theory and professional work. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, 10(2), 187–196.
  
  Miller, L. L., Ward, D., & Young, H. M. (2010). Evidence-Based Practices in Nursing. Generations, 34(1), 72–77. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=afh&AN=53063435&site=ehost-live
  
  Parvan, K., Hosseini, F. A., Jasemi, M., & Thomson, B. (2021). Attitude of nursing students following the implementation of comprehensive computer-based nursing process in medical surgical internship: a quasi-experimental study. BMC Medical Informatics & Decision Making, 21(1), 1–12.

  Learning methods

  Online lectures, group discussion, group assignments

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.09.2021 - 28.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Rika Levy-Malmberg

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Exam in the form of written exam.
  Time for the exam is set by teacher. The request must be submitted three weeks before the start of the course
  Obligatory seminar and written test
  0-5

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 ECTS= 27 h

  Assessment criteria

  The student has not followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is missing. The student shows limited substantive knowledge, cannot be essential

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  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.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

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

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  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.

•   Evidence Based Nursing NU21CC10-3002 20.09.2021-28.11.2021  5 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop an international perspective on nursing history
  -become familiar with nursing models, concepts, theories and traditions of caring/nursing science
  -become familiar with ethical theories, codes of ethics, ethical decision-making and ethical issues.
  -obtain fundamental knowledge, and an understanding, of cultural differences, as well as the need for cultural sensitivity in all contact with people.
  -will be able to apply cultural awareness, and respect for individual uniqueness, to nursing care.
  -adopt an approach to nursing care based on critical thinking and evidencebased practice and desicion-making process
  -understand the necessity of an evidence-based practice
  -obtain knowledge of how to assess, plan and implement nursing care based on the patient’s needs
  -know how to evaluate nursing care
  -know the procedures concerning the discharge of patient
  -know how to correctly document and report nursing care according to the national health care system (ISBAR)

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop an international perspective on nursing history
  -become familiar with nursing models, concepts, theories and traditions of caring/nursing science
  -become familiar with ethical theories, codes of ethics, ethical decision-making and ethical issues.
  -obtain fundamental knowledge, and an understanding, of cultural differences, as well as the need for cultural sensitivity in all contact with people.
  -will be able to apply cultural awareness, and respect for individual uniqueness, to nursing care.
  -adopt an approach to nursing care based on critical thinking and evidencebased practice and desicion-making process
  -understand the necessity of an evidence-based practice
  -obtain knowledge of how to assess, plan and implement nursing care based on the patient’s needs
  -know how to evaluate nursing care
  -know the procedures concerning the discharge of patient
  -know how to correctly document and report nursing care according to the national health care system (ISBAR)

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Berman, A., Snyder, S. Fundamentals of Nursing. Concepts, Process and Practice. 9th ed. Person, New-Jersy. 2012, pp. 161-335.
  Boström, A.-M., Rudman, A., Ehrenberg, A., Gustavsson, J. P., & Wallin, L. (2013). Factors associated with evidence-based practice among registered nurses in Sweden: a national cross-sectional study. BMC Health Services Research, 13(1), 1–12.
  
  Chen, S., Chang, H., & Pai, H. (2018). Caring behaviours directly and indirectly affect nursing students’ critical thinking. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 32(1), 197–203.
  Gonzol, K., & Newby, C. (2013). Facilitating Clinical Reasoning in the Skills Laboratory: Reasoning Model Versus Nursing Process-Based Skills Checklist. Nursing Education Perspectives (National League for Nursing), 34(4), 265–267.
  
  Hinno, S., Partanen, P., Vehviläinen-Julkunen, K. (2012). The professional nursing practice environment and nurse-reported job outcomes in two European countries: a survey of nurses in Finland and the Netherlands. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences.26 Issue( 1), 133-143.
  
  Hancock, H. C., & Easen, P. R. (2004). Evidence-based practice – an incomplete model of the relationship between theory and professional work. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, 10(2), 187–196.
  
  Miller, L. L., Ward, D., & Young, H. M. (2010). Evidence-Based Practices in Nursing. Generations, 34(1), 72–77. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=afh&AN=53063435&site=ehost-live
  
  Parvan, K., Hosseini, F. A., Jasemi, M., & Thomson, B. (2021). Attitude of nursing students following the implementation of comprehensive computer-based nursing process in medical surgical internship: a quasi-experimental study. BMC Medical Informatics & Decision Making, 21(1), 1–12.

  Learning methods

  Online lectures, group discussion, group assignments

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  20.09.2021 - 28.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Rika Levy-Malmberg

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Exam in the form of written exam.
  Time for the exam is set by teacher. The request must be submitted three weeks before the start of the course
  Obligatory seminar and written test
  0-5

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 ECTS= 27 h

  Assessment criteria

  The student has not followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is missing. The student shows limited substantive knowledge, cannot be essential

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  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.

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

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

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  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.

•   First Aid and Crisis Management NU15IC03-3003 13.09.2021-24.10.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain knowledge of different types of crises, as well as patient care in various emergency and crisis situations
  - obtain knowledge of the organization and administration of crises in the community and in the workplace
  - obtain knowledge of first aid, and be prepared to act in accordance with the requirements of the acute situation
  - obtain knowledge of acute psychiatric illness and be prepared to act in accordance with laws and regulations, as well as the requirements of the acute situation
  - become prepared to support the patient, as well as his/her family, in acute- and trauma situations
  - prepare to supervise and guide patients and personnel in crisis situations
  - become familiar with occupational safety and civil defence

  Prerequisites

  None

  Content of the study unit

  2 cu First Aid
  1 cu Crisis Management

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Austin, M., Crawford, R., Klaassen, B. & Armstrong, V. J. (2016). First aid manual: The authorised manual of St John Ambulance, St Andrew's First Aid and the British Red Cross (Revised 10th edition.). Dorling Kindersley.
  Korte, H. & Myllyrinta. K. 2017. Ensiapu. Suomen punainen risti. Otavan Kirjanpaino Oy. Keuruu.
  Korte, H. & Myllyrinta. K. 2018. Första hjälpen. Otavan Kirjapaino Oy. Keuruu.
  http//www.siviilikriisihallinta.org/from_conflicts_to development.pdf
  Sellnow, T. L. & Seeger, M. W. (2013). Theorizing crisis communication. Wiley-Blackwell.
  E-books;
  Ishikawa, Akira, & Tsujimoto, Atsushi . Risk and crisis management 101 cases. Singapore ; Hackensack, NJ : World Scientific 2009.
  https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.ezproxy.novia.fi/lib/novia-ebooks/detail.action?docID=1681179
  Pursiainen, C. The Crisis Management Cycle
  Burton, J. Crisis Communication and Crisis Management

  Learning methods

  Lectures, demonstrations, practical training, assignments
  seminars

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Short theoretical test Pass/fail
  Practical test Pass/fail
  Resuscitation 90 % correct
  Written assignment Pass/fail

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  13.09.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Small group(s)

  • Group 1 (Size: 15. Open university: 0.)
  • Group 2 (Size: 15. Open university: 0.)

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Nina Vestö

  Additional information

  Compulsory attendance at all lessons
  After approved course you have the possibility to bye an electronic First Aid cards from Röda Korset.
  The First Aid 1 card costs 10,89 euro and the First Aid 2 card costs 10,89 euro.

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Approved theoretical and practical test
  Approved resuscitation test (90 % correct)
  Approved assignment in Crisis management
  100 % attendance at every lessons

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Short theoretical test and practical tests during lessons
  Written assignment in Crisis management

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h = 81 h

•   Gerontological Nursing and Rehabilitation NU21AF14-3001 08.11.2021-19.12.2021  5 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -understand the process of natural ageing (physical, mental and social changes)
  -become prepared to assess caring needs that are specific for the elderly patient
  -obtain basic knowledge of health promotion, the prevention of diseases and disabilities in older adults, and use this knowledge for patient guidance.
  -obtain knowledge of specific diseases linked to older adults and their aetiology.
  -obtain knowledge of specific issues regarding pharmacology and nutrition in elderly care, and prepare for the practice of safe drug administration
  -become prepared to care for the elderly patient in all nursing contexts
  -understand the concept of habilitation and rehabilitation from a social, physical and psychological perspective
  -become familiar with rehabilitation and habilitation at different ages and persons with special needs
  -understand the organization and management of rehabilitation and habilitation in nursing, both nationally and internationally, and be able to apply it to patient guidance and nursing care.
  -recognize different patient organizations acting in the field of rehabilitation and habilitation

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -understand the process of natural ageing (physical, mental and social changes)
  -become prepared to assess caring needs that are specific for the elderly patient
  -obtain basic knowledge of health promotion, the prevention of diseases and disabilities in older adults, and use this knowledge for patient guidance.
  -obtain knowledge of specific diseases linked to older adults and their aetiology.
  -obtain knowledge of specific issues regarding pharmacology and nutrition in elderly care, and prepare for the practice of safe drug administration
  -become prepared to care for the elderly patient in all nursing contexts
  -understand the concept of habilitation and rehabilitation from a social, physical and psychological perspective
  -become familiar with rehabilitation and habilitation at different ages and persons with special needs
  -understand the organization and management of rehabilitation and habilitation in nursing, both nationally and internationally, and be able to apply it to patient guidance and nursing care.
  -recognize different patient organizations acting in the field of rehabilitation and habilitation

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  40% Face-to-face, 60% Distance learning

  Learning material

  National and international guidelines and recommendations on Moodle
  Tabloski, P. 2014. Gerontological nursing
  Craig, L. 2019, The role of the registered nurse in supporting frailty in care homes. British Journal of Nursing 7/11. 2019
  Ferraro, K., Janet M. Wilmoth, J. 2013 Gerontology : Perspectives and Issues, Fourth Edition
  Sugar, J.A 2019. Introduction to aging. A positive interdisciplinary approach
  Literature search is included in the course and is used as literature for assignment
  National and international recommendations on Moodle
  Powerpoint presentations
  Movies

  Learning methods

  Lectures online and in class
  Groupwork

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Group work geriatrics: pass/fail
  On line exam: grade 1-5
  Written assignment rehabilitation: grade 1-5
  Not participating in seminar: the student writes a summary and gives comment on the other groups presentation

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.11.2021 - 19.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lena Sandén-Eriksson

  Additional information

  Information about the course will be given the first lecture. At the same time also information about literature and search strategy i library and on database..
  Students are divided into smaller groups by the teacher and students work in the same group throughout the course
  Deadlines are to be followed

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  NU21AF14 - 3002, is realized completely online week 45-50
  Open path students

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written assignments and group report submitted (Rehabilitation and geriatrics)
  Online exam (Geriatrics)
  Seminar obligatory (Rehabilitation)
  Retake: dates on Moodle

  Student's schedule and workload

  5 x 27 h = 135 h

  Assessment criteria

  The student does not achieve criteria for grade 1

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

•   Gerontological Nursing and Rehabilitation NU21AF14-3002 08.11.2021-19.12.2021  5 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -understand the process of natural ageing (physical, mental and social changes)
  -become prepared to assess caring needs that are specific for the elderly patient
  -obtain basic knowledge of health promotion, the prevention of diseases and disabilities in older adults, and use this knowledge for patient guidance.
  -obtain knowledge of specific diseases linked to older adults and their aetiology.
  -obtain knowledge of specific issues regarding pharmacology and nutrition in elderly care, and prepare for the practice of safe drug administration
  -become prepared to care for the elderly patient in all nursing contexts
  -understand the concept of habilitation and rehabilitation from a social, physical and psychological perspective
  -become familiar with rehabilitation and habilitation at different ages and persons with special needs
  -understand the organization and management of rehabilitation and habilitation in nursing, both nationally and internationally, and be able to apply it to patient guidance and nursing care.
  -recognize different patient organizations acting in the field of rehabilitation and habilitation

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -understand the process of natural ageing (physical, mental and social changes)
  -become prepared to assess caring needs that are specific for the elderly patient
  -obtain basic knowledge of health promotion, the prevention of diseases and disabilities in older adults, and use this knowledge for patient guidance.
  -obtain knowledge of specific diseases linked to older adults and their aetiology.
  -obtain knowledge of specific issues regarding pharmacology and nutrition in elderly care, and prepare for the practice of safe drug administration
  -become prepared to care for the elderly patient in all nursing contexts
  -understand the concept of habilitation and rehabilitation from a social, physical and psychological perspective
  -become familiar with rehabilitation and habilitation at different ages and persons with special needs
  -understand the organization and management of rehabilitation and habilitation in nursing, both nationally and internationally, and be able to apply it to patient guidance and nursing care.
  -recognize different patient organizations acting in the field of rehabilitation and habilitation

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  National and international guidelines and recommendations on Moodle
  Tabloski, P. 2014. Gerontological nursing
  Craig, L. 2019, The role of the registered nurse in supporting frailty in care homes. British Journal of Nursing 7/11. 2019
  Ferraro, K., Janet M. Wilmoth, J. 2013 Gerontology : Perspectives and Issues, Fourth Edition
  Sugar, J.A 2019. Introduction to aging. A positive interdisciplinary approach
  Literature search is included in the course and is used as literature for assignment
  National and international recommendations on Moodle
  Powerpoint presentations
  Movies

  Learning methods

  Lectures online
  Group work
  
  The course is realized online

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Group work geriatrics: pass/fail
  On line exam: grade 1-5
  Written assignment rehabilitation: grade 1-5
  Not participating in seminar: the student writes a summary and gives comment on the other groups presentation

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.11.2021 - 19.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 5 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Lena Sandén-Eriksson

  Additional information

  Information about the course will be given the first lecture. At the same time information about literature and search strategy i library and on database will be given. No individual introduction.
  Students are divided into smaller groups by the teacher and students work in the same group throughout the course
  Deadlines are to be followed
  Updated information on Moodle

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  RDI share

  5 credits

  Share of online studies

  5 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written assignments and group report submitted (Geriatrics and rehabilitation)
  Online exam (Geriatrics)
  Seminar, obligatory (Rehabilitation)
  Retake: dates on Moodle

  Student's schedule and workload

  5 x 27 h = 135 h

  Assessment criteria

  The student has not achieved criteria for grade 1

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

•   Health Promotion and Nutrition NU21HS11-3001 27.09.2021-12.12.2021  4 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop a holistic view of the human being
  -become familiar with health promotion throughout the life span
  -know the fundamental concepts of epidemiology, health and illness, and differentiates health promotion from health protection or illness prevention
  -recognize factors hazardous to health, and will be able to apply an individual approach to health promotion and prevention
  -be able to support health promotion and illness prevention for specific patient groups at risk
  -become familiar with different aspects of measuring health: subjective and objective measurements
  -become familiar with screenings, and be able to apply this knowledge to nursing care.
  -understand the concept of health and lifestyle and be able to apply that to disorders linked to lifestyle
  -recognize the connection between illness and social factors
  - 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
  - understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases
  
  -be able to identify essential nutrients and their dietary sources
  -be able to describe normal digestion, absorption and the metabolism of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  -be able to identify factors influencing nutrition and variations throughout the life span
  -become familiar with eating disorders and therapies related to these
  -become familiar with diets related to illness and disease
  -be able to guide patients concerning nutritional issues
  -be able to apply evidence-based nursing care and the nursing process to nursing care related to nutritional problems "

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop a holistic view of the human being
  -become familiar with health promotion throughout the life span
  -know the fundamental concepts of epidemiology, health and illness, and differentiates health promotion from health protection or illness prevention
  -recognize factors hazardous to health, and will be able to apply an individual approach to health promotion and prevention
  -be able to support health promotion and illness prevention for specific patient groups at risk
  -become familiar with different aspects of measuring health: subjective and objective measurements
  -become familiar with screenings, and be able to apply this knowledge to nursing care.
  -understand the concept of health and lifestyle and be able to apply that to disorders linked to lifestyle
  -recognize the connection between illness and social factors
  - 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
  - understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases
  
  -be able to identify essential nutrients and their dietary sources
  -be able to describe normal digestion, absorption and the metabolism of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  -be able to identify factors influencing nutrition and variations throughout the life span
  -become familiar with eating disorders and therapies related to these
  -become familiar with diets related to illness and disease
  -be able to guide patients concerning nutritional issues
  -be able to apply evidence-based nursing care and the nursing process to nursing care related to nutritional problems "

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Health Promotion
  Snelling A. 2014 Introduction to Health Promotion.John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated (E-Book)
  Wills, J & Leach , R. Fundamentals of Health Promotion for Nurses (E-Book)
  Bergmann, K .E & Bergmann, R. 2003. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in the Family. (E-Book)
  Up-to -date articles
  
  
  Nursing Theorists:
  Alligood, M.R 2018. Nursing Theorists and their work, Ninth Edition. U.S.A Elsevier.
  Pender, Nola.J, Murdaugh, C & Parsons A.2011. Health Promotion in Nursing Practice.Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Pearson cop. 2011.
  
  Epidemiology:
  Gordis, L. 2014. Epidemiology. Fifth Edition. Elsevier.
  Porta, M. A Dictionary of Epidemiology, sixth edition.2014.Oxford University Press, Incorporated (E-Book)
  Up-to date articles
  
  
  Nutrition:
  Sharma, S ,Barasi M , Sheehy T & Kolahdooz F. Nutrition at a Glance.2016 .John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. (E-Book)
  Up-to date articles
  
  www.stm.fi
  www.thl.fi

  Learning methods

  Lectures, discussion, group work, self studies / Web based studies - On line

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  27.09.2021 - 12.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anna-Lena Nieminen

  Additional information

  Lectures are going to be on the time scheduled and
  the content of the course will be published on Moodle.

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  4 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  Written assignments (max 20 p) + a group work (max 40 p) = 60 p in total
  30-35= 1
  36-41= 2
  42-48= 3
  49-54=4
  55-60= 5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminars (on line) on the last lecture of the course. Approved assignments during the course .
  Retake exams 1 and 2: on the following general exams 26.11.21 and 10.12.21

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h/cr , 4 cr =108 h
  108 hours individual work to do, several self studies, to read relevant literature and to cooperate with other students in group work, written assignment during the course. Seminars last day of the course.

•   Health Promotion and Nutrition NU21HS11-3002 27.09.2021-12.12.2021  4 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop a holistic view of the human being
  -become familiar with health promotion throughout the life span
  -know the fundamental concepts of epidemiology, health and illness, and differentiates health promotion from health protection or illness prevention
  -recognize factors hazardous to health, and will be able to apply an individual approach to health promotion and prevention
  -be able to support health promotion and illness prevention for specific patient groups at risk
  -become familiar with different aspects of measuring health: subjective and objective measurements
  -become familiar with screenings, and be able to apply this knowledge to nursing care.
  -understand the concept of health and lifestyle and be able to apply that to disorders linked to lifestyle
  -recognize the connection between illness and social factors
  - 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
  - understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases
  
  -be able to identify essential nutrients and their dietary sources
  -be able to describe normal digestion, absorption and the metabolism of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  -be able to identify factors influencing nutrition and variations throughout the life span
  -become familiar with eating disorders and therapies related to these
  -become familiar with diets related to illness and disease
  -be able to guide patients concerning nutritional issues
  -be able to apply evidence-based nursing care and the nursing process to nursing care related to nutritional problems "

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  -develop a holistic view of the human being
  -become familiar with health promotion throughout the life span
  -know the fundamental concepts of epidemiology, health and illness, and differentiates health promotion from health protection or illness prevention
  -recognize factors hazardous to health, and will be able to apply an individual approach to health promotion and prevention
  -be able to support health promotion and illness prevention for specific patient groups at risk
  -become familiar with different aspects of measuring health: subjective and objective measurements
  -become familiar with screenings, and be able to apply this knowledge to nursing care.
  -understand the concept of health and lifestyle and be able to apply that to disorders linked to lifestyle
  -recognize the connection between illness and social factors
  - 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
  - understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases
  
  -be able to identify essential nutrients and their dietary sources
  -be able to describe normal digestion, absorption and the metabolism of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  -be able to identify factors influencing nutrition and variations throughout the life span
  -become familiar with eating disorders and therapies related to these
  -become familiar with diets related to illness and disease
  -be able to guide patients concerning nutritional issues
  -be able to apply evidence-based nursing care and the nursing process to nursing care related to nutritional problems "

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Health Promotion
  Snelling A. 2014 Introduction to Health Promotion.John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated (E-Book)
  Wills, J & Leach , R. Fundamentals of Health Promotion for Nurses (E-Book)
  Bergmann, K .E & Bergmann, R. 2003. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in the Family. (E-Book)
  Up-to -date articles
  
  
  Nursing Theorists:
  Alligood, M.R 2018. Nursing Theorists and their work, Ninth Edition. U.S.A Elsevier.
  Pender, Nola.J, Murdaugh, C & Parsons A.2011. Health Promotion in Nursing Practice.Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Pearson cop. 2011.
  
  Epidemiology:
  Gordis, L. 2014. Epidemiology. Fifth Edition. Elsevier.
  Porta, M. A Dictionary of Epidemiology, sixth edition.2014.Oxford University Press, Incorporated (E-Book)
  Up-to date articles
  
  
  Nutrition:
  Sharma, S ,Barasi M , Sheehy T & Kolahdooz F. Nutrition at a Glance.2016 .John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. (E-Book)
  Up-to date articles
  
  www.stm.fi
  www.thl.fi

  Learning methods

  Web based studies - On line
  Self studies/tutorials, group work and discussions.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  27.09.2021 - 12.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anna-Lena Nieminen

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  4 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  Written assignments (max 20 p) + examination at the end of the course (max 40 p) = 60 p in total
  30-35= 1
  36-41= 2
  42-48= 3
  49-54=4
  55-60= 5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Examination on the" last lecture" of the course
  Retake exams 1 and 2: on the following general exams 26.11.21 and 10.12.21

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h/cr , 4 cr =108 h
  108 hours individual work to do, several self studies, to read relevant literature and to do several written assignments and examination at the end of the course.

•   Home and Community Nursing Care NU15HS05-3003 01.11.2021-05.12.2021  3 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - become familiar with the organization of home care in Finland, and be able to define home care in different settings
  - be able to identify the essential aspects of the home visit
  - become aware of patient- and staff safety during home visits
  - be able to take care of the patient in a home environment while considering professionalism, confidentiality and courtesy
  - be able to apply evidence-based nursing care, and the nursing process, in home- and community nursing care

  Prerequisites

  Health Care and Social Welfare
  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 1

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - become familiar with the organization of home care in Finland, and be able to define home care in different settings
  - be able to identify the essential aspects of the home visit
  - become aware of patient- and staff safety during home visits
  - be able to take care of the patient in a home environment while considering professionalism, confidentiality and courtesy
  - be able to apply evidence-based nursing care, and the nursing process, in home- and community nursing care

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Berman A. & Snyder S. (2016). Kozier & Erb´s Fundamentals of Nursing, Global Edition. Pearsons. Unit 2. Chapter 7-8.
  LeMone P. et al. (2015) Medical-Surgical Nursing: clinical reasoning in patient care. Pearsons. Boston. Unit 1. Chapter 3.
  Health Care Comes Home: The Human Factors (2011): National Academies Press.
  Mulley G., Bowman C. & Boyd M. (2014). The Care Home Handbook. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated.
  Sines d. et al (Ed.) (2013). Community and Public Health Nursing John Wileys & Sons, Incorporated.
  Tuner K.J. (2012) Advances in Home Care Technologies: Results of the MATCH Project. IOS Press.
  Articles.

  Learning methods

  Group work, self-directed studies, presentations, seminar and discussions. Web based studies - Blended learning

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.11.2021 - 05.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anna-Lena Nieminen

  Additional information

  Lectures are going to be on the time scheduled and
  the content of the course will be published on Moodle

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminars on the last lecture of the course w.47
  Retake exams 1 and 2: on the following general exams x and x

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h/cr , 3 cr =81 h
  4,4,6 = 12 hours lectures
  67 hours individual work to do self studies, to read relevant literature and to cooperate with other students in group work and written assignment.

•   Intermediary Thesis Seminar NU15TH02-3003 09.09.2021-31.12.2021  6 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will, under supervision, but with increasing independence:
  - collect data for the thesis, with consideration to the necessary ethical issues linked to the study
  - describe methods of data analysis
  - present the methodological part of the thesis at an intermediary seminar

  Prerequisites

  Thesis Plan and Seminar

  Content of the study unit

  The student will, under supervision, but with increasing independence:
  - collect data for the thesis, with consideration to the necessary ethical issues linked to the study
  - describe methods of data analysis
  - present the methodological part of the thesis at an intermediary seminar

  Further information

  Only for degree students

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  See courses:
  NU15TH01,
  NU15RM02 -RM03 -RM04

  Learning methods

  Increasingly independent work, with the help of a supervisor
  - collect and describe background information for the study
  - desribe a theoretical framework for the study
  - describe methods of data analysis
  - collect data for the thesis, with consideration to the necessary ethical issues linked to the study
  - present the methodological part of the thesis and show examples of the results at an intermediary seminar
  Lecture and seminars

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Pass/Fail
  See practical guide to thesis writing
  The manuscript for Intermediary seminar shall include following chapters:
  Introduction
  Background of the study
  Theoretical framework
  Aim, purpose
  Method
  Sampling/material
  Data collection
  Data analysis
  Ethical issues
  Examples of the result

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  09.09.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 28.11.2021

  • 6 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Seats

  15 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anita Wikberg

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  RDI share

  6 credits

  Share of online studies

  6 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Approved manuscript for intermediary seminar, attendance at intermediary seminar

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Presentation at intermediary seminar in October (NU18) or December (NU19)

  Student's schedule and workload

  6cr= 6x27h= 162h
  4h presentation and get together lecture, information + 8h seminar in December, 150h is independent work with the help of the supervisor.

  Assessment criteria

  See practical guide for thesis writing for grades 0-5 for final thesis.

•   Introduction to Nursing Research at Novia UAS NU21IA10-3001 30.08.2021-10.10.2021  3 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -obtain good insights into nursing as a profession
  -become familiar with teaching methods, rules and norms at Novia UAS, and prepare to participate in various teaching arrangements and settings
  -obtain fundamental knowledge of Peppi, Moodle and other platforms used at Novia UAS
  -adopt critical thinking and incorporate the idea of lifelong learning
  -be able to search for adequate literature
  -become familiar with sustainable development from an economical, ecological and social perspective (https://kestavakehitys.fi/en/agenda2030)
  -obtain the necessary IT-skills for information- seeking and communication
  -obtain the necessary skills for academic writing and the presentation of written assignments
  -develop the ability to read, understand and produce academic texts in English

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  nformation about studying at Novia UAS
  - Peppi
  - Moodle
  - Health Care
  - Study technique
  - Library services
  Curriculum
  - Degree Regulations
  - DP in Nursing
  - Nursing as profession
  Student Union
  - obtain the necessary IT-skills for information seeking and communication
  - obtain the necessary skills for academic writing and the presentation of written assignments
  - develop the ability to read, understand and produce academic texts in English

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  intra.novia.fi
  Degree regulations in Novia UAS
  Peppi
  -Novia UAS's writing instructions
  -according to the lecturer (information on Moodle)

  Learning methods

  Information
  On-line assignments
  Lectures, discussions, oral and written tasks both individually and in groups.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Passed/failed for information part
  Grades 1-5 and in some assignments pass/fail.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 10.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund, Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Compulsory attendance
  -oral presentation (video recorded)
  -written assignments (according to the UAS's guidelines)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Information about deadlines can be found on Moodle.

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h = 81 hours

•   Introduction to Nursing Research at Novia UAS NU21IA10-3002 30.08.2021-10.10.2021  3 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  -obtain good insights into nursing as a profession
  -become familiar with teaching methods, rules and norms at Novia UAS, and prepare to participate in various teaching arrangements and settings
  -obtain fundamental knowledge of Peppi, Moodle and other platforms used at Novia UAS
  -adopt critical thinking and incorporate the idea of lifelong learning
  -be able to search for adequate literature
  -become familiar with sustainable development from an economical, ecological and social perspective (https://kestavakehitys.fi/en/agenda2030)
  -obtain the necessary IT-skills for information- seeking and communication
  -obtain the necessary skills for academic writing and the presentation of written assignments
  -develop the ability to read, understand and produce academic texts in English

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  nformation about studying at Novia UAS
  - Peppi
  - Moodle
  - Health Care
  - Study technique
  - Library services
  Curriculum
  - Degree Regulations
  - DP in Nursing
  - Nursing as profession
  Student Union
  - obtain the necessary IT-skills for information seeking and communication
  - obtain the necessary skills for academic writing and the presentation of written assignments
  - develop the ability to read, understand and produce academic texts in English

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  intra.novia.fi
  Degree regulations in Novia UAS
  Peppi
  -Novia UAS's writing instructions
  -according to the lecturer (information on Moodle)

  Learning methods

  Information
  On-line assignments
  Lectures, discussions, oral and written tasks both individually and in groups.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Passed/failed for information part
  Grades 1-5 and in some assignments pass/fail.

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 10.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund, Hanna Kuusisto, Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Compulsory attendance
  -oral presentation (video recorded)
  -written assignments (according to the UAS's guidelines)

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Information about deadlines can be found on Moodle.

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h = 81 hours

•   Leading, Managing and Delegating in Nursing Care NU15IC05-3003 08.08.2021-31.12.2021  3 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - understand the meaning of internal entrepreneurship
  - obtain knowledge of occupational safety; its legislation, organization and function
  - become familiar with different forms of organization, as well as theories of organization and leadership in nursing
  - understand the individual’s impact on organization and management in nursing
  - obtain knowledge about conflict management and become prepared to act in conflict situations
  - prepare to coordinate the patient’s nursing care

  Prerequisites

  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 1

  Content of the study unit

  Leading and managing in nursing care
  Occupational health
  Conflict management

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Beauvise, A.M. (eds) (2018) Leadership and Management Competence in Nursing Practice: Competencies, Skills, Decision-Making. Springer Publishing Company, ebook.
  
  O'Riordan, A. & Elton, J. (2016) Healthcare Disrupted - Next Generation Business Models and Strategies. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, ebook.
  
  + Literature to be found online on databases
  See Moodle course.

  Learning methods

  Lectures, group work, case studies and self study

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Case study for the part of occupational safety 1 cr. evaluated 0-5 ( 30% of the course)
  Home test for the part of leading, managing and delegating in nursing care 2 cr. evaluated 0-5 ( 70% of the course).

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.08.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2020 - 03.10.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Marica Hinders

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Case study and home exam

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 cr = 27 h
  3 cr = 81 h

•   Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 2 NU18CT08-3002 16.08.2021-03.10.2021  9 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to take part in a multiprofessional team and create a natural caring relationship with the patient
  - demonstrate respect for the patient’s integrity and autonomy
  - demonstrate the ability to support the patient in the rehabilitation process
  - understand the importance of aseptic working methods
  - employ safe working methods
  - be able to assess the patient’s caring needs, plan for interventions, implement nursing activities and demonstrate clinical nursing skills related to medical and surgical nursing, under supervision and with increasing independence
  - be able to produce a written documentation of nursing care and the patient’s condition, under supervision and with increasing independence
  - be able to verbally report nursing activities and the patient’s condition
  -implement the underlying principles of medical and surgical nursing care at different wards
  - obtain evidence-based knowledge about common diseases, and an understanding of the pharmacological treatment of the patient
  - be able to perform safe drug administration under supervision

  Prerequisites

  Specialized Nursing skills 1 & 2
  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 1
  Drug Therapy 1,2 & 3
  At least 3 of these:
  Responses to Altered Haematological, Cardiovascular and Vascular Function
  Responses to Altered Integumentary, Neurologic and Eye- and Ear Function
  Responses to Altered Endocrine and Sexual-Reproductive Function
  Responses to Altered Gastrointestinal Function and Urinary Elimination
  Responses to Altered Muskuloskeletal and Respiratory Function

  Content of the study unit

  Clinical training in patient-centered nursing care

  Further information

  Only for degree students

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Jobiili, www.jobiili.fi
  Vasa Central sjukhus, www.vaasankeskussairaala.fi
  Terveysportti
  Moodle - Practice documents from Curricula 2015

  Learning methods

  Supervised Clinical practice
  Seminars 5.10.2021 Testing of National competences

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Pass /fail

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  16.08.2021 - 03.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  15.11.2020 - 31.07.2021

  • 9 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund, Nina Vestö, Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn

  Additional information

  Approved language interview at Vaasa Central Hospital before starting of practice

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  Approved/Rejected

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Approved practice
  Approved test at seminars
  Mini Love test on moodle

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Compulsory attendance at seminars
  Approved evaluation from clinical supervisors and supervising teacher

  Student's schedule and workload

  40 h/ weeks during clinical training

•   Nursing Care for the Child, Adolescent and Family NU18AF09-3002 27.09.2021-14.11.2021  3 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will
  - obtain knowledge of the specific prerequisites related to caring for children, adolescents and their families
  - obtain knowledge of the specific prerequisites related to maternity care and can recognize normal pregnancy, birth and postpartum
  - can recognize and give immediate first aid/care in complications during pregnancy, birth and postpartum and refer patients without delay to maternity care facilities
  - obtain knowledge of the specific prerequisites related to neonatal care
  - obtain knowledge of specific health risks related to children and adolescents and prepare to guide the child, adolescent and family in their decisions regarding health-promotion
  - be able to use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care for patients, with consideration to the age-specific needs of the patient
  - be able to prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those needs, and document them based on the national classification system
  - understand different cultural needs and learn to treat the patient, and the family, with dignity

  Prerequisites

  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 1

  Content of the study unit

  The student will
  - obtain knowledge of the specific prerequisites related to caring for children, adolescents and their families
  - obtain knowledge of the specific prerequisites related to maternity care and can recognize normal pregnancy, birth and postpartum
  - can recognize and give immediate first aid/care in complications during pregnancy, birth and postpartum and refer patients without delay to maternity care facilities
  - obtain knowledge of the specific prerequisites related to neonatal care
  - obtain knowledge of specific health risks related to children and adolescents and prepare to guide the child, adolescent and family in their decisions regarding health-promotion
  - be able to use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care for patients, with consideration to the age-specific needs of the patient
  - be able to prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those needs, and document them based on the national classification system
  - understand different cultural needs and learn to treat the patient, and the family, with dignity

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  34% Face-to-face, 66% Distance learning

  Learning material

  MATERNITY CARE
  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
  
  National Institute for health and Welfare. 2017. We're having a baby a guidebook for expectant parents. Available at: http://urn.fi/URN:ISBN:978-952-302-833-3 (for written exam)
  
  Kozier & Erb´s Fundamentals of nursing. Berman A., Snyder S. Chapter 21
  
  CHILD, ADOLESCENT AND NEONATAL CARE
  Quick Reference Guide to Pediatric Care
  Deepak M. Kamat, Kelly J. Kelleher, Henry M. Adam, Rebecca A. Baum, Jatinder Bhatia, Deborah E. Campbell, Donna M. D'Alessandro, Thomas G. DeWitt, Jane Meschan Foy, and Athra Kaviani
  Neonatology at a Glance
  https://ezproxy.novia.fi:2268/lib/novia-ebooks/detail.action?docID=4038516
  Atlas of Procedures in Neonatology
  https://ezproxy.novia.fi:2268/lib/novia-ebooks/detail.action?docID=3417876
  Nursing the Neonate
  https://ezproxy.novia.fi:2268/lib/novia-ebooks/detail.action?docID=707872
  Martin, G. I. & Rosenfeld, W. (2018). Common problems in the newborn nursery: An evidence and case-based guide.
  https://tritonia.finna.fi/novia/Record/tria.364332

  Learning methods

  Lectures, demonstration, video, tutorials, written exam, individual assignments

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grades 0-5
  
  Maternity care exam 1,5cr + Child, Adolescent and neonatal care 1,5 cr
  28-30p = 5
  25-27p = 4
  22-24p = 3
  19-21p = 2
  16-18p = 1

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  27.09.2021 - 14.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Seats

  10 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Camilla Mattjus, Anita Wikberg

  Additional information

  Maternity care 1,5 cr with Anita Wikberg
  Care for the Child, Adolescent + neonatal care 1,5 cr with Camilla Mattjus
  Retake exams: the two general exams after the course is finished, registration is necessary.
  Retakes on 10th of December 2021 and 21th of January 2022
  
  Students that has passed one of the parts before writes only the other part of the exam,
  and the points will be half and divided accoring to grades:
  8p =1
  9-10p= 2
  11-12p = 3
  13-14p= 4
  15p = 5
  The average of the grades in the two parts will give the final grade

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  (Written exam, Individual assignments)

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Maternity care, Care for the Child, Adolescent + neonatal care:
  Written exam last lecture in school w. 46 + retake on two gereral retakes
  Retakes on 10th of December 2021 and 21th of January 2022
  
  Care for the Child, Adolescent + neonatal care: There will be small tasks and independent reading to do.

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  27h/cr 3cr=81h
  Maternity care 1,5 cr: lectures 12h, tutorials 26,5h, written exam 2h = 40,5
  
  Care for the Child, Adolescent + neonatal care 1,5 cr: lectures + simulations 12h , (including small web based tasks and written exam exam 22,5h) =40,5h

  Content scheduling

  -

•   Nursing Finnish NU18IA05-3003 01.09.2021-31.12.2021  3 credits  (NU19D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The students
  - can produce simple instructions and nursing documentation
  - can orally discuss patient care, nursing procedures, medical conditions
  - knows common vocabulary used in nursing
  - can cope in simple conversations with patients

  Prerequisites

  Knowledge about nursing and Finnish for Beginners.

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  The material is on Moodle.

  Learning methods

  Homework
  Helthcare text
  Exercises in class
  Diskussions
  Presentations

  Teaching language

  Timing

  01.09.2021 - 31.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 12.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU19D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anita Kvist

  Additional information

  Preparing the texts at home.

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Oral and written exam in the end of the course.

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 credits or 81 hours

•   Nutrition, Diets and Health Education NU15HS04-3003 30.08.2021-03.10.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to identify essential nutrients and their dietary sources
  - be able to describe normal digestion, absorption and the metabolism of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  - be able to identify factors influencing nutrition
  - be able to identify nutritional variations throughout the life span
  - become familiar with eating disorders and therapies related to these
  - become familiar with diets related to illness and disease
  - be able to guide patients concerning nutritional issues
  - be able to apply evidence-based nursing care and the nursing process to nursing care related to nutritional problems

  Prerequisites

  Health Promotion and Illness Prevention
  The Nursing Process

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to identify essential nutrients and their dietary sources
  - be able to describe normal digestion, absorption and the metabolism of vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins and lipids
  - be able to identify factors influencing nutrition
  - be able to identify nutritional variations throughout the life span
  - become familiar with eating disorders and therapies related to these
  - become familiar with diets related to illness and disease
  - be able to guide patients concerning nutritional issues
  - be able to apply evidence-based nursing care and the nursing process to nursing care related to nutritional problems

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 03.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anna-Lena Nieminen, Pia Nygårdas

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

•   Patient Safety and Quality Assurance NU15IC06-3003 25.10.2021-12.12.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - understand the principles of safety control and know how to implement them in nursing care
  - obtain knowledge of X-ray diagnostics and its importance in patient care
  - know laws, regulations and directives concerning medical radiation
  - know the medical uses of radiation
  - obtain basic knowledge and skills regarding radiation, and will be able to minimize radiation risks
  - obtain basic knowledge of radiation protection for health professionals outlined in ST 1.7(Säteilysuojelukoulutus terveydenhuollossa)
  - prepare to promote patient safety in all phases of the nursing process
  - prepare to prevent and identify quality deviations in all phases of the nursing process
  - understand the importance of confidentiality in all phases of the nursing process, and be able to act in accordance with such principles

  Prerequisites

  Medical/Surgical Nursing Care 1

  Content of the study unit

  Basic knowledge of radiation protection for health professionals outlined in ST 1.7(Säteilysuojelukoulutus terveydenhuollossa)
  Patient safety in nursing care

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Patient safety and Quality assurance:
  Duffy, J. R. 2013. Quality Caring in Nursing and Health Systems. Implications for Clinicians, Educators, and Leaders. 2nd Edition. New York: Springer Publishing Company. (online book) http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10687047
  
  Kalra, J. 2011. Medical Errors and Patient Safety. Strategies to reduce and disclose medical errors and improve patient safety. De Gruyter. U.S.A (Online book) http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10486525
  
  Kelly, P., Vottero, B.A. & Christie-McAuliffe C.A. (Eds.) 2014 Introduction to Quality and Safety Education for Nurses : Core Competencies. New York: Springer Publishing Company. (available on ebrary)
  
  Marr, H. & Giebing, H. 1994. Quality Assurance in Nursing Concepts. Methods and Case studies. Campion Press. Edinburgh.
  
  Boström, A-M., Nordström, G. & Wilde-Larsson, B. red. 2017. Kvalitetsarbete för bättre och säkrare vård. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
  Waterson, P. 2014. Patient Safety Culture; Theory, methods and application (Online book)
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10989175
  
  Pauley J.A. & Pauley J.F. 2011. Establishing a Culture of Patient Safety: Improving Communication, Building Relationships, and Using Quality Tools (Online book)
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10929643
  
  Other material and more information about literature can be found in the Moodle course

  Learning methods

  Patient safety and Quality assurance 2cr with Anita Wikberg:
  Lectures, group work, tutorials, online test
  Radiation safety 1cr with Katarina Vironen:
  Lectures, group work, on-line test

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Online test on 'Potilasturvaportaali' P/F P= Pass F= Fail
  Written assignment in Patient safety and quality assurance grade 0-5
  Criteria for evaluation of written assignment:
  Max 40 points
  Detailed description of the nature of the ward or practice 3p
  Description of background method/model for quality development and reference to source 3p
  List of what could be changed or developed 2p
  Choice of relevant object to develop/ improve 2p
  Relevant background literature (minimum 2) on the topic which will be developed or improved 2p
  Detailed description of the process of developing and evaluating applying the chosen method/model 10p
  Reflection on how the work promotes patient safety and quality assurance and sustainable development 3+3p
  Has used Novia's instruction for writing thesis e.g. references 2p
  6 pages texti two students, 9 pages if three students etc. 2p
  Extra literature or something extra which was not demanded 2p
  PP, Prezi, film or other material 2p
  Presentation on seminar 2p
  Active participation or good comments on Moodle 2p
  1= 21-24
  2=25-28
  3=29-32
  4=33-36
  5= 37-40
  Radiation safety: Online test and participating activity

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 12.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Katarina Vironen, Anita Wikberg

  Additional information

  Compulsory presence in Patient safety and quality assurance
  Test on the Finnish 'patient quality portal' (Potilasturvaportti) on patientsafety and Quality assurance:
  Online test:
  Log in to:
  https://portal.potilasturvaportti.fi/sv/Account/Open?oo=GUWZHbk999!2f7M71ZAm6Q5YYqkQ4Ma9nCFDccz0QWj2lJNqwkgDJ79U7sWK!2bHEULq
  Click Ny användare (=new user)
  Choose language
  Fill the form and register as a new user
  Create a username and key
  Choose unit: YH Novia and department: write the name of your group
  Click education
  Choose the course: Patient safety through skill

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  Patient safety and Quality assurance:
  Online test on 'Potilasturvaportti'
  All the course is online
  written assignment in a small group
  Online test in Radiation safety

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Patient safety and quality assurance the 1th and 2nd retake exam are
  Exam literature is Kelly et al. 2014, see below, please.
  
  Radiation safety: dates for retake exam agreed when the course starts

  Student's schedule and workload

  27h/cr 3cr = 81h
  Patient safety and Quality Assurance: 4h introduction+ 4h lectures, online test 5h, tutorials and cooperation in a small group 37h, seminar 4h = 54h
  Radiation safety: 8h lectures, 14 h individual/groupwork, 32h preparation and on-line test =54h

•   Patient Safety and Service Design in Social and Health Care NU21HS10-3001 01.11.2021-12.12.2021  4 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain basic knowledge of health care- and social welfare structures, both nationally and internationally
  - become familiar with health care- and social welfare services organized by the public, private and third sector in Finland
  - become familiar with the treatment- and service chains and design of social- and health care
  - understand the basic principles of health legislation in Finland and will be able to apply laws and regulations to his/her health care practice.
  - be able to apply theoretical knowledge to nursing care in order to guide the patient in matters concerning rights to health care and social services.
  - prepare to prevent and identify quality deviations in all phases of the nursing process
  - understand the importance of confidentiality in all phases of the nursing process, and be able to act in accordance with such principles,
  - prepare to promote patient safety in all phases of the nursing process

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain basic knowledge of health care- and social welfare structures, both nationally and internationally
  - become familiar with health care- and social welfare services organized by the public, private and third sector in Finland
  - become familiar with the treatment- and service chains and design of social- and health care
  - understand the basic principles of health legislation in Finland and will be able to apply laws and regulations to his/her health care practice.
  - be able to apply theoretical knowledge to nursing care in order to guide the patient in matters concerning rights to health care and social services.
  - prepare to prevent and identify quality deviations in all phases of the nursing process
  - understand the importance of confidentiality in all phases of the nursing process, and be able to act in accordance with such principles,
  - prepare to promote patient safety in all phases of the nursing process

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  25% Face-to-face, 75% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Kela, the social institution of Finland. Available at: http://www.kela.fi/documents/10180/578772/Kela_Yleisesite_EN_WEB.pdf/60019393-183a-40ff-9325-e4cdabb54790
  Säkkinen, S. (2010). Fact about social welfare and health care in Finland 2010. Available at: http://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/79913/facts2010.pdf?sequence=1
  The ministry of social affairs and health care, Finland: http://stm.fi/en/publications
  National Institute of Health and Welfare, Finland https://www.thl.fi/en/web/thlfi-en
  Information and literature at Moodle
  
  Patient safety and Quality assurance:
  Duffy, J. R. 2013. Quality Caring in Nursing and Health Systems. Implications for Clinicians, Educators, and Leaders. 2nd Edition. New York: Springer Publishing Company. (online book) http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10687047
  
  Kalra, J. 2011. Medical Errors and Patient Safety. Strategies to reduce and disclose medical errors and improve patient safety. De Gruyter. U.S.A (Online book) http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10486525
  
  Kelly, P., Vottero, B.A. & Christie-McAuliffe C.A. (Eds.) 2014 Introduction to Quality and Safety Education for Nurses : Core Competencies. New York: Springer Publishing Company. (available on ebrary)
  
  Marr, H. & Giebing, H. 1994. Quality Assurance in Nursing Concepts. Methods and Case studies. Campion Press. Edinburgh.
  
  Boström, A-M., Nordström, G. & Wilde-Larsson, B. red. 2017. Kvalitetsarbete för bättre och säkrare vård. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
  Waterson, P. 2014. Patient Safety Culture; Theory, methods and application (Online book)
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10989175
  
  Pauley J.A. & Pauley J.F. 2011. Establishing a Culture of Patient Safety: Improving Communication, Building Relationships, and Using Quality Tools (Online book)
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10929643
  
  Other material and more information about literature can be found in the Moodle course

  Learning methods

  Lectures, Group assignment, poster exhibition
  
  Patient safety and Quality assurance 2cr with Anita Wikberg:
  Lectures, group work, tutorials, online test
  
  Service Design in Social and Health Care 2cr with Marica Hinders
  Lectures, group work, tutorials.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Online test on 'Potilasturvaportaali' P/F P= Pass F= Fail
  Written assignment in Patient safety and quality assurance grade 0-5
  Criteria for evaluation of written assignment:
  Max 40 points
  Detailed description of the nature of the ward or practice 3p
  Description of background method/model for quality development and reference to source 3p
  List of what could be changed or developed 2p
  Choice of relevant object to develop/ improve 2p
  Relevant background literature (minimum 2) on the topic which will be developed or improved 2p
  Detailed description of the process of developing and evaluating applying the chosen method/model 10p
  Reflection on how the work promotes patient safety and quality assurance and sustainable development 3+3p
  Has used Novia's instruction for writing thesis e.g. references 2p
  6 pages texti two students, 9 pages if three students etc. 2p
  Extra literature or something extra which was not demanded 2p
  PP, Prezi, film or other material 2p
  Presentation on seminar 2p
  Active participation or good comments on Moodle 2p
  1= 21-24
  2=25-28
  3=29-32
  4=33-36
  5= 37-40

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Marica Hinders, Anita Wikberg

  Additional information

  Compulsory presence in Patient safety and quality assurance
  Test on the Finnish 'patient quality portal' (Potilasturvaportti) on patientsafety and Quality assurance:
  Online test:
  Log in to:
  https://portal.potilasturvaportti.fi/sv/Account/Open?oo=GUWZHbk999!2f7M71ZAm6Q5YYqkQ4Ma9nCFDccz0QWj2lJNqwkgDJ79U7sWK!2bHEULq
  Click Ny användare (=new user)
  Choose language
  Fill the form and register as a new user
  Create a username and key
  Choose unit: YH Novia and department: write the name of your group
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  Service Design in Social and Health Care is held in collaboration with VAMK.

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  3 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Poster exhibition and oral presentation
  
  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  Patient safety and Quality assurance:
  Online test on 'Potilasturvaportti'
  All the course is online
  Written assignment in a small groups in patiensafety and quality assurance
  
  Service Design in Social and Health Care:
  Lectures, group work with cases and seminars.

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminar and poster exibition
  
  Seminar in patietn safety and quality assurance
  two retakes on genreal exam days, registration is compulsory
  retake exam are xx and xx
  Exam literature is Kelly et al. 2014, see below, please.

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  27h/cr
  Patient safety and Quality Assurance: 4h introduction+ 4h lectures, online test 5h, tutorials and cooperation in a small group 37h, seminar 4h = 54h
  
  Service Design in Social and Health Care: 8h lectures, tutorial and case studies in small groups 42h, seminar 4h =54h

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

•   Patient Safety and Service Design in Social and Health Care NU21HS10-3002 01.11.2021-12.12.2021  4 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain basic knowledge of health care- and social welfare structures, both nationally and internationally
  - become familiar with health care- and social welfare services organized by the public, private and third sector in Finland
  - become familiar with the treatment- and service chains and design of social- and health care
  - understand the basic principles of health legislation in Finland and will be able to apply laws and regulations to his/her health care practice.
  - be able to apply theoretical knowledge to nursing care in order to guide the patient in matters concerning rights to health care and social services.
  - prepare to prevent and identify quality deviations in all phases of the nursing process
  - understand the importance of confidentiality in all phases of the nursing process, and be able to act in accordance with such principles,
  - prepare to promote patient safety in all phases of the nursing process

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - obtain basic knowledge of health care- and social welfare structures, both nationally and internationally
  - become familiar with health care- and social welfare services organized by the public, private and third sector in Finland
  - become familiar with the treatment- and service chains and design of social- and health care
  - understand the basic principles of health legislation in Finland and will be able to apply laws and regulations to his/her health care practice.
  - be able to apply theoretical knowledge to nursing care in order to guide the patient in matters concerning rights to health care and social services.
  - prepare to prevent and identify quality deviations in all phases of the nursing process
  - understand the importance of confidentiality in all phases of the nursing process, and be able to act in accordance with such principles,
  - prepare to promote patient safety in all phases of the nursing process

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Distance learning

  Learning material

  Kela, the social institution of Finland. Available at: http://www.kela.fi/documents/10180/578772/Kela_Yleisesite_EN_WEB.pdf/60019393-183a-40ff-9325-e4cdabb54790
  Säkkinen, S. (2010). Fact about social welfare and health care in Finland 2010. Available at: http://www.julkari.fi/bitstream/handle/10024/79913/facts2010.pdf?sequence=1
  The ministry of social affairs and health care, Finland: http://stm.fi/en/publications
  National Institute of Health and Welfare, Finland https://www.thl.fi/en/web/thlfi-en
  Information and literature at Moodle
  
  Patient safety and Quality assurance:
  Duffy, J. R. 2013. Quality Caring in Nursing and Health Systems. Implications for Clinicians, Educators, and Leaders. 2nd Edition. New York: Springer Publishing Company. (online book) http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10687047
  
  Kalra, J. 2011. Medical Errors and Patient Safety. Strategies to reduce and disclose medical errors and improve patient safety. De Gruyter. U.S.A (Online book) http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10486525
  
  Kelly, P., Vottero, B.A. & Christie-McAuliffe C.A. (Eds.) 2014 Introduction to Quality and Safety Education for Nurses : Core Competencies. New York: Springer Publishing Company. (available on ebrary)
  
  Marr, H. & Giebing, H. 1994. Quality Assurance in Nursing Concepts. Methods and Case studies. Campion Press. Edinburgh.
  
  Boström, A-M., Nordström, G. & Wilde-Larsson, B. red. 2017. Kvalitetsarbete för bättre och säkrare vård. Lund: Studentlitteratur.
  Waterson, P. 2014. Patient Safety Culture; Theory, methods and application (Online book)
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10989175
  
  Pauley J.A. & Pauley J.F. 2011. Establishing a Culture of Patient Safety: Improving Communication, Building Relationships, and Using Quality Tools (Online book)
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10929643
  
  Other material and more information about literature can be found in the Moodle course

  Learning methods

  Lectures, Group assignment, poster exhibition
  
  Patient safety and Quality assurance 2cr with Anita Wikberg:
  Lectures, group work, tutorials, online test
  
  Service Design in Social and Health Care 2cr with Marica Hinders
  Online: lectures, group work, tutorials.

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Online test on 'Potilasturvaportaali' P/F P= Pass F= Fail
  Written assignment in Patient safety and quality assurance grade 0-5
  Criteria for evaluation of written assignment:
  Max 40 points
  Detailed description of the nature of the ward or practice 3p
  Description of background method/model for quality development and reference to source 3p
  List of what could be changed or developed 2p
  Choice of relevant object to develop/ improve 2p
  Relevant background literature (minimum 2) on the topic which will be developed or improved 2p
  Detailed description of the process of developing and evaluating applying the chosen method/model 10p
  Reflection on how the work promotes patient safety and quality assurance and sustainable development 3+3p
  Has used Novia's instruction for writing thesis e.g. references 2p
  6 pages texti two students, 9 pages if three students etc. 2p
  Extra literature or something extra which was not demanded 2p
  PP, Prezi, film or other material 2p
  Presentation on seminar 2p
  Active participation or good comments on Moodle 2p
  1= 21-24
  2=25-28
  3=29-32
  4=33-36
  5= 37-40

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  01.11.2021 - 12.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 4 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Seats

  20 - 40

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Irén Vikström-Dahl, Marica Hinders, Anita Wikberg

  Additional information

  Compulsory presence in Patient safety and quality assurance
  Test on the Finnish 'patient quality portal' (Potilasturvaportti) on patientsafety and Quality assurance:
  Online test:
  Log in to:
  https://portal.potilasturvaportti.fi/sv/Account/Open?oo=GUWZHbk999!2f7M71ZAm6Q5YYqkQ4Ma9nCFDccz0QWj2lJNqwkgDJ79U7sWK!2bHEULq
  Click Ny användare (=new user)
  Choose language
  Fill the form and register as a new user
  Create a username and key
  Choose unit: YH Novia and department: write the name of your group
  Click education
  Choose the course: Patient safety through skill

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  4 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Poster exhibition and oral presentation
  
  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  Patient safety and Quality assurance:
  Online test on 'Potilasturvaportti'
  All the course is online
  written assignment in a small group
  
  Service Design in Social and Health Care:
  Online lectures and written assignments

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Seminar and poster exibition
  
  Seminar i npatietn safety and quality assurance
  two retakes on genreal exam days, registration is compulsory
  retake exam are xx and xx
  Exam literature is Kelly et al. 2014, see below, please.

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  27h/cr
  Patient safety and Quality Assurance: 4h introduction+ 4h lectures, online test 5h, tutorials and cooperation in a small group 37h, seminar 4h = 54h
  
  
  Service Design in Social and Health Care: 8h lectures, tutorial and case studies in small groups 42h, seminar 4h =54h

  Content scheduling

  -

  Assessment criteria

  The exam and assignment do not fullfill the criteria below 1-5

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

•   Perioperative Nursing Care NU15IC02-3003 08.11.2021-19.12.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - know various types of surgery according to the purpose, degree of urgency and degree of risk
  - know how to apply the nursing process to surgical nursing care
  - know the different phases of the perioperative period
  - be able to identify the nursing responsibilities related to planning perioperative nursing care and preparing the patient for surgery
  - obtain knowledge about different types of anaesthesia
  - know the essential nursing assessments and interventions during the immediate postoperative phase
  - become familiar with complications related to surgery

  Prerequisites

  Basic Nursing Skills 1
  Basic Nursing Skills 2
  Nursing Process

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - know various types of surgery according to the purpose, degree of urgency and degree of risk
  - know how to apply the nursing process to surgical nursing care
  - know the different phases of the perioperative period
  - be able to identify the nursing responsibilities related to planning perioperative nursing care and preparing the patient for surgery
  - obtain knowledge about different types of anaesthesia
  - know the essential nursing assessments and interventions during the immediate postoperative phase
  - become familiar with complications related to surgery

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Berman, A. & Snyder, S. 2012. Kozier & Erb´s Fundamentals of Nursing. Concepts. process and Practice. Unit 8, Chapter 37.
  
  LeMone, P., Burke, K., Bauldoff, G. & Gubrud, P. (2015). Medical-Surgical Nursing – Critical Thinking in Patient Care. 6 th Ed. Pearson. New Jersey. Unit 2, Chapter 4: Nursing care of patients having surgery.
  
  Timby, B. 2013. Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts. 10 th Ed. Wolters Kluvert Health. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. USA.
  
  Cristensen, B. & Kockrow, E. (2011). Adulth Health Nursing. 6th Ed. Mosby Elsevier. St. Louis
  
  Iivanainen, A., & Syväoja, P. (2013). Hoida ja kirja. SanomaPro oy. Helsinki.
  
  E-book Ebrary: Stone, Julian & Fawcett, W. (2013). At a Glance : Anaesthesia at a Glance (1). Wiley-Blackwell.
  
  Terveysportti
  
  + other recommended literature

  Learning methods

  Close- education at Novia: lectures

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.11.2021 - 19.12.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 07.11.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Åsa Lågland

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Written exam

•   Responses to Altered Endocrine and Sexual-Reproductive Function NU18AF03-3003 30.08.2021-10.10.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - identify health problems involving the endocrine system, the reproductive system and breasts
  - identify abnormal findings that may indicate an impairment of the endocrine system
  - use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care for patients with an endocrine or sexual-reproductive dysfunction
  - prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them based on the national classification system
  - identify the risk factors and symptoms of the various types of diabetes
  - prepare for guiding the patient in health promotion and prevention of complications
  - identify the risk factors and complications related to STI
  - apply insights into altered endocrine and sexual-reproductive functions to all nursing contexts
  - can care for patients with gynecological infections, tumors, bleeding disturbances, early pregnancy complications
  - know and can give advice about family planning
  - have awareness of sexual aspects including infertility in the human being
  - treat the patient with respect and dignity

  Prerequisites

  Anatomy and Physiology 1
  The Nursing Process

  Content of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - identify health problems involving the endocrine system, the reproductive system and breasts
  - identify abnormal findings that may indicate an impairment of the endocrine system
  - use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care for patients with an endocrine or sexual-reproductive dysfunction
  - prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them based on the national classification system
  - identify the risk factors and symptoms of the various types of diabetes
  - prepare for guiding the patient in health promotion and prevention of complications
  - identify the risk factors and complications related to STI
  - apply insights into altered endocrine and sexual-reproductive functions to all nursing contexts
  - can care for patients with gynecological infections, tumors, bleeding disturbances, early pregnancy complications
  - know and can give advice about family planning
  - have awareness of sexual aspects including infertility in the human being
  - treat the patient with respect and dignity

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Mode of delivery

  34% Face-to-face, 66% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Sexual and reproductive functions:
  LeMone, P., Burke, M., Bauldoff,G. & Gubrud, R. 2015. Medical-Surgical Nursing. Clinical Reasoning in Patient Care. 6th ed. New Jersey: Pearson Education, Inc. pp. ch 47: 1542-1554, ch 49, 50
  Menstrual cycle, the most important gynecological surgeries, family planning
  Berman, A,. Snyder S. 2016. Kozier & Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing Concepts, Process and Practice. 10th ed. Upper Saddle River, N. J. : Pearson, cop, chapter 40. Available as e-book
  https://www.skhole.fi/best-healthcare-education-in-the-world.html
  Gynecologic nursing care except pregnancy complications (abortions etc.)

  Learning methods

  Lectures, group discussions, tutorials, group work, written exam

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Sexual-Reproductive Function 1,25 cr
  Sexuality assignment on Moodle Pass/Fail, not included in exam.
  Common written exam for both parts.
  Written exam grades 0-5
  Other group works are not compulsory but will be included in the exam

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 10.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Seats

  15 - 30

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Anita Wikberg, Rika Levy-Malmberg

  Additional information

  Content of the course will be written in the Moodle course.
  The sexuality part will not be included in the exam.
  Group works are not compulsory, and will be done mainly during lectures,
  However the content of them will be included in the exam

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  2 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Validation according to Novia's general instructions
  Written exam

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written exam on the last lecture of the course 26 of October
  Retake exam 1 and 2 on general exam days 26th of November and 10th of December
  Deadline for sexuality assignment on Moodle

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  27h/cr
  3cr=81h
  
  Sexual and reproductive functions 1,25 cr:
  2x4h=8h lectures in gynecology + 4h work on sexuality assignment + tutorial = 20h reading of material + 2h written exam = 34h

•   Responses to Altered Gastrointestinal Function and Urinary Elimination NU15AF04-3004 08.11.2021-16.01.2022  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - identify health problems related to gastrointestinal or urinary elimination disorders
  - identify abnormal findings that may indicate alterations in the gastrointestinal system and urinary elimination system
  - identify risk factors and complications of disorders related to the gastrointestinal- or urinary elimination system
  - assess the patient’s need for nursing care through adequate clinical and physiological assessments
  - prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them, based on the national classification system
  - use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care to patients with gastrointestinal- or urinary eliminationdisorders
  - apply insights into altered gastrointestinal function and urinary elimination to all nursing contexts

  Prerequisites

  Anatomy and Physiology 1
  The Nursing Process

  Content of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - identify health problems related to gastrointestinal or urinary elimination disorders
  - identify abnormal findings that may indicate alterations in the gastrointestinal system and urinary elimination system
  - identify risk factors and complications of disorders related to the gastrointestinal- or urinary elimination system
  - assess the patient’s need for nursing care through adequate clinical and physiological assessments
  - prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them, based on the national classification system
  - use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care to patients with gastrointestinal- or urinary eliminationdisorders
  - apply insights into altered gastrointestinal function and urinary elimination to all nursing contexts

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Responses to Altered Gastrointestinal Functions:
  LeMone, P., Burke, K., Bauldoff, G. 2015. Medical – Surgical Nursing. Critical thinking in Patient Care. 5th ed. Pearson. Chapter 21,23-25; 537 - 545, 588 - 730.
  Responses to Altered Urinary Eliminations:
  LeMone, P., Burke, K., Bauldoff, G. 2015. Medical – Surgical Nursing. Critical thinking in Patient Care. 5th ed. Pearson. Chapter 26-28; 731 - 823 and Chapter 48: p 1657-1672 (from testicular torsion - prostate cancer)

  Learning methods

  Close- education at Novia: lectures and case studies
  physical assessment practice ( mandatory )

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Writen test evaluated 0-5

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  08.11.2021 - 16.01.2022

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 07.11.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Åsa Lågland

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  written exam

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written examination :
  Re-take 1:
  Re-take 2:

  Student's schedule and workload

  27 h= 1 cr
  81 h= 3 cr

•   Responses to Altered Haematological, Cardiovascular and Vascular Function NU15AF01-3003 27.09.2021-31.10.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to describe normal variations in cardiovascular assessment findings
  - be able to identify health problems related tocardiovascular, lymphatic, vascular or haematologic disorders
  - be able to use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care to patients with cardiovascular, haematological and vascular disorders
  - know how to prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them based on the national guidelines andclassification system
  - be able to explain nursing implications for medication and other treatments prescribed for haematologic disorders
  - be able to apply insights into altered haematological, cardiovascular and vascular functions onto all nursing contexts

  Prerequisites

  Anatomy and Physiology 1
  The Nursing Process

  Content of the study unit

  The student will:
  - be able to describe normal variations in cardiovascular assessment findings
  - be able to identify health problems related to cardiovascular, lymphatic, vascular or hematologic disorders
  - be able to use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care to patients with cardiovascular, haematological and vascular disorders
  - know how to prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them based on the national guidelines andclassification system
  - be able to explain nursing implications for medication and other treatments prescribed for haematologic disorders
  - be able to apply insights into altered haematological, cardiovascular and vascular functions onto all nursing contexts

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

  ---

  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  CVD references
  Alexander, MF., Fawcett, JN., Runciman, PJ. Nursing Practice. Hospital and Home. Elsever. 2012: pp. 7-72.
  LeMone, P., Burke, K., Bauldoff, G. medical – Surgical Nursing. Critical thinking in Patient Care. 5th ed. Pearson. 2011: 867-1014.
  Thaler, MS- The Only EKG Book You’ll Ever Need. The 9th ed. Wolters Kluwer; 2015 (you can use the previous additions as well)
  
  Hematology:
  LeMone, P., Burke, K., Bauldoff, G. 2011. Medical – Surgical Nursing. Critical thinking in Patient Care. 5th ed. Pearson. Chapter 33; 1068 - 1117.
  Alexander, M., Fawcett, J. & Runciman, P. 2012. Nursing Practice. Hospital and Home. Elsever. Ch 11, 479 - 523.
  Skhole videos.

  Learning methods

  lectures, case studies (lectures are not taped)
  Self-education
  physical assessment practice (Mandatory)

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Written test 0-5
  Responses to Altered Haematological, 30%
  Cardiovascular and Vascular Function 70%

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  27.09.2021 - 31.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Margareta Antus, Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  written test

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Written test : 27.10.2021
  Re exam 1:
  Re exam 2:

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 cr = 27 h
  3 cr = 81h

•   Responses to Altered Integumentary, Neurologic and Eye- and Ear Function NU15AF02-3003 25.10.2021-28.11.2021  3 credits  (NU20D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - identify health problems involving the skin, hair and nails
  - identify health problems involving the eyes and ears
  - identify health problems involving the neurologic function
  - identify abnormal findings that might indicate an impairment in the function of the eyes, ears or the integumentary system
  - use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care to patients with integumentary-, neurologic-, and eye- or ear disorders
  - prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them, based on the national classification system
  - apply insights into altered integumentary-, neurologic- and eye and ear functions to all nursing contexts

  Prerequisites

  Anatomy and Physiology 1
  The Nursing Process

  Content of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - identify health problems involving the skin, hair and nails
  - identify health problems involving the eyes and ears
  - identify health problems involving the neurologic function
  - identify abnormal findings that might indicate an impairment in the function of the eyes, ears or the integumentary system
  - use the nursing process as a framework for providing individualized care to patients with integumentary-, neurologic-, and eye- or ear disorders
  - prioritize the patient’s needs for nursing care, act correctly on those, and document them, based on the national classification system
  - apply insights into altered integumentary-, neurologic- and eye and ear functions to all nursing contexts

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
  
  Assessment criteria for assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions and her/his 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' assignments. The student has followed the instructions for the assignment. She/He have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his/her views
  
  Assessment criteria for written assignment:
  The student has followed the instructions for the written assignment and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written assignments. The student has mastered the substance of her/his work, but the application is limited

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  Criteria for evaluation of the exam:
  The student shows in her/his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
  
  Criteria for evaluation of assignment individually or in groups:
  The student has followed the instructions for the assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and can lead a discussion at the seminar. The assignment 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 assignment and shows that she/he has mastered the substance. She/he have read the other participants' assignments and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar

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  Mode of delivery

  67% Face-to-face, 33% Distance learning

  Learning material

  Medical-Surgical Nursing: Clinical Reasoning in Patient Care (2015)
  https://tritonia.finna.fi/novia/Record/tria.349466
  Unit 4: Responses to Altered Integumentary Structure and Function
  Unit 11: Responses to Altered Neurologic Function
  Unit 12: Responses to Altered Sensory Function
  
  Fundamentals of Medical-Surgical Nursing : A Systems Approach (2014)
  by Brady, Anne-Marie; McCabe, Catherine; McCann, Margaret
  Ebook: http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2226/lib/novia/detail.action?docID=10822336
  
  Medical-surgical nursing at a glance (2016) in Ebscos e-boks collection.
  http://ezproxy.novia.fi:2052/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=1103657&site=ehost-live
  Limited User Access (3 Copies Available)
  
  Moodle
  Terveysportti

  Learning methods

  Lectures and practice

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Written exam 0-5
  ENT obligatory practice

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  25.10.2021 - 28.11.2021

  Enrollment date range

  11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU20D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Ann-Louise Glasberg, Rika Levy-Malmberg

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Share of online studies

  1 credits

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Written exam

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  See schedule in Peppi
  ENT- OBLIGATORY PRACTICE (virtual)
  Neuro - practice at Alere (not virtual)

  Student's schedule and workload

  1 Sp= 27 h
  3 sp= 81h

  Assessment criteria

  < 50%

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  50-69%

  Assessment criteria – good (3-4)

  70-89%

  Assessment criteria – excellent (5)

  >90%

•   Swedish for Beginners NU15IA02-3003 30.08.2021-24.10.2021  3 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at meeting specific needs
  - introduce him-/herself and others, as well as ask and answer questions about personal circumstances, such as living arrangements, friends, and possessions
  - interact with others in a simple way, provided that the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student
  - Has basic understanding in oral and written Swedish
  - Is familiar with the main structures of the language and has acquired a basic vocabulary
  - Can use Swedish in everyday situations

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  See separate framework for evaluation according to language

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Learning material

  Information on Moodle

  Learning methods

  The student
  - Has basic understanding in oral and written Swedish
  - Is familiar with the main structures of the language and has acquired a basic vocabulary
  - Can use Swedish in everyday situations
  During the course we’ll focus on:
  - Oral and written exercises
  - Swedish everyday vocabulary
  - Reading and listening comprehensions
  - Grammar/language structures
  - Exams

  Objects, timing and methods of assessment

  Grades 0-5 and in some exercises pass/fail.
  According to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR).

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  01.08.2021 - 30.09.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund

  Additional information

  -

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

  Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

  Oral and written exams
  Short essay
  Individual oral assignment

  Practical training and working life co-operation

  -

  Exam dates and retake possibilities

  Oral and written exam at the end of the course.

  Internationa connections

  -

  Student's schedule and workload

  3 x 27 h = 81 hours

  Content scheduling

  -

•   Swedish for Beginners NU15IA02-3004 30.08.2021-24.10.2021  3 credits  (NU21D-V) +-
  Competence objectives of the study unit

  The student will be able to:
  - understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at meeting specific needs
  - introduce him-/herself and others, as well as ask and answer questions about personal circumstances, such as living arrangements, friends, and possessions
  - interact with others in a simple way, provided that the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help

  Prerequisites

  No prior prerequisites

  Content of the study unit

  The student
  - Has basic understanding in oral and written Swedish
  - Is familiar with the main structures of the language and has acquired a basic vocabulary
  - Can use Swedish in everyday situations

  Assessment criteria

  Assessment criteria – satisfactory (1-2)

  See separate framework for evaluation according to language

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  Person(s) in charge

  Irén Vikström-Dahl

  Mode of delivery

  Face-to-face

  Teaching language

  English

  Timing

  30.08.2021 - 24.10.2021

  Enrollment date range

  02.12.2021 - 31.12.2021

  • 3 credits

  Group(s)

  • NU21D-V

  Teachers and responsibilities

  Terese Herrgård-Backlund

  Responsible unit

  Faculty of Health and Welfare

  Degree Programme(s)

  Degree Programme in Nursing

  Campus

  Vasa, Wolffskavägen 31

  Assessment scale

  H-5

Academic year 2022 - 2023

There is no implementations attached to this degree programme.