•   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
    Failed (0)
    The student does not achieve criteria for grade 1
    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
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Irén Vikström-Dahl

    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

    Group(s)
    • NU21D-V
    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Health and Welfare

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Lena Sandén-Eriksson, Camilla Mattjus

    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

    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

    Timing and attendance

    Autumn 2021 week 45-50

    Student's schedule and workload

    5 x 27 h = 135 h

    Assessment criteria
    Failed (0)

    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