Study Guide

Objective

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, hematological 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 and classification system
-be able to explain nursing implications for medication and other treatments prescribed for hematologic disorders
- be able to apply insights into altered hematological, cardiovascular and vascular functions onto all nursing contexts.
-identify health problems involving the skin, hair and nails
- identify health problems involving the eyes and ears
-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-, 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- and eye and ear functions to all nursing contexts
-understand the importance of diagnostic investigations, x-rays, laboratory tests and ECG and be able to assist with these procedures.
- will be able to independently carry out a simple laboratory test when needed.
- has knowledge of medical terminology and drug treatment in immunological conditions
- understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases

Content

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, hematological 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 and classification system
-be able to explain nursing implications for medication and other treatments prescribed for hematologic disorders
- be able to apply insights into altered hematological, cardiovascular and vascular functions onto all nursing contexts.
-identify health problems involving the skin, hair and nails
- identify health problems involving the eyes and ears
-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-, 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- and eye and ear functions to all nursing contexts
-understand the importance of diagnostic investigations, x-rays, laboratory tests and ECG and be able to assist with these procedures.
- will be able to independently carry out a simple laboratory test when needed.
- has knowledge of medical terminology and drug treatment in immunological conditions
- understands the importance of health promotion, preventive care and rehabilitation in relation to immunological diseases

Location and time

Autumn 2022

Materials

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.

Teaching methods

Lectures and work shops

Employer connections

1ECTS=27 hours

Completion alternatives

written test and workshops

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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

Assessment criteria for 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)

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

Assessment methods and criteria

0-5

Qualifications

Anatomy and Physiology
Evidence Based Nursing