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The entry criteria for nursing students include:

- successful completion of the first year of a nursing program

- formally approved by sponsor university and Malmö University.

Basic level

Nursing

G2F

The course is designed to advance students to an understanding of nursing science to a level of 31-60 credits within the bachelor degree nursing science programme.

The health focus extends across the course of a lifespan to enable students to identify associated health risks and diseases in clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on health promotion and ill-health prevention in an intersectional perspective including culture, class, gender, and sexuality within the areas of women´s reproductive health, and health during childhood and adolescence, as well within a psychiatric and primary health care context.

The course focus is health and ill health, and health promotion from an intersectional perspective including culture, class, gender, and sexuality in a variety of health care settings. The health focus extends across the life span of the individual to enable the students to identify associated health risks and common diseases in different contexts. The course highlights scientific and experience-based knowledge in nursing care integrated with medical science. Further, the core competencies; person-centered care, collaboration in teams, evidence-based care, patient safety and informatics are discussed and critically highlighted in relation to the nursing process and the nurse's role.

In the theoretical parts, health problems, diseases, treatments, ethical issues, as well as guidelines, conventions and constitutions related to the nurses’ responsibilities within the specialized areas of women’s sexual and reproductive health will be presented. The module includes anatomy, physiology, pathology and nursing care related to pregnancy, childbirth, puerperium, menopause, and sexually transmitted and gynecological diseases. Mental illness during pregnancy and violence against women are also discussed. During clinical practise, students in collaboration with their clinical preceptors will apply nursing care, documentation of nursing care, and reflect upon ethical and cultural questions in relation to women’s reproductive health and ill health. Clinical practice comprises 3 out of 5 credits (2 weeks).

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1.describe and explain gynecological and obstetrical health problems, preventive measures and health promoting actions for women in a lifespan

2. apply, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions to promote gynecological and obstetrical health and prevent ill health and,

3. reflect and document the nursing process, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness related to gynecological and obstetrical health problems.

The course is based upon students’ prior knowledge, critical reflection abilities, and active engagement as methods of development. A variety of teaching methods will be utilized, as described in the Pedagogic Platform of the Department of Care Science. Seminars, clinical placements, and clinical supervision are mandatory. Of the 20 weeks allotted to this course, 12 weeks are in clinical settings. Here education takes place during weekdays, evenings, nights and weekends. Active engagement in all seven components of the course content is compulsory as they provide support to achieve the learning outcomes indicated above.

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, individual studies, reflection seminars, and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning outcomes 1-3.

The Grading system A-U is used for full course and in module 1-5, and as well in all written or oral exams. Grades that are used are pass with distinction (A, B), pass (C, D, E) and fail (U) as specified below:

A = Excellent – outstanding performance with only minor errors

B = Very good – above average standard but with some errors

C = Good – generally sound work with a number of notable errors

D = Satisfactory – fair but with significant shortcomings

E = Pass – performance meets the minimum criteria

U = Fail – considerable further work is required

Malmö School of Nursing Grading system is applied to module 6 and 7, in all clinical placements, as well as in the drug calculation exam, graded as Pass (G) or Fail (U).

Students will be expected to draw extensively upon their work practice and use independent studies and feedback from peers and colleagues to successfully complete course assessments. Much of the work based learning in these modules is incorporated into the variety of assessment activities, including formal assessment by qualified educators. Examinations will be conducted through combinations of individual examinations, seminars, and in clinical practice. To receive the grade pass with distinction (A, B) for the whole course, this grade is required for module 4 and 5, as well in two of the modules 1-3.

In module 1, learning outcome 1 and 3 will be assessed and evaluated through an individual written examination. Learning outcome 2 is examined thought assessment of student performance during clinical practice. The assessment criteria and the assessment form are designed for this module.

In the theoretical parts, health problems, diseases, accidents involving children, treatments, ethical issues, as well as guidelines, conventions and constitutions related to the nurses’ responsibilities within the specialized areas of children´s and adolescents´ health will be presented. The module includes nursing care in acute ill health, as for example, pain, fever, breathing problems, infectious diseases, and dehydration, as well as long-term illness, as for example, diabetes and allergies. Children´s and adolescents physical, mental and social development are also discussed. During clinical practise, students in collaboration with their clinical preceptors will apply nursing care, documentation of nursing care, and reflect upon ethical and cultural questions in relation to children´s and adolescents’ health and ill health. Clinical practice comprises 3 out of 5 credits (2 weeks).

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain symptoms and health problems, preventive measures and health promoting actions for children and adolescents, in acute and long term illness

2. apply, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions under supervision to promote children and adolescents health and prevent ill health and,

3. reflect and document the nursing process, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness related to children´s and adolescents health problems

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, individual studies, reflection seminars, and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning outcomes 1-3.

In module 2, learning outcome 1 and 3 will be assessed and evaluated through an individual written examination. Learning outcome 2 is examined thought assessment of student performance during clinical practice. The assessment criteria and the assessment form are designed for this course.

The course introduces students to theories within health promotion and education, and the fundamental concepts of cognition, behaviour and coping strategies. Students are introduced to the fundamental concepts and theories of cultural communication to develop the communicative skills and attitudes necessary to adjust to and interact effectively within nursing interventions. Also during the course ethical issues in health promotion work are promoted, valued, and discussed.

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. identify and explain different theories within health promotion and education, and the fundamental concepts of cognition, behaviour and coping strategies in an intersectional perspective and,

2. develop and present an example of patient education, including assessment, related to the patients learning needs, individual resources and learning styles

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, reflection seminars, individual studies, and presentation of group projects Study groups will be formed with the purpose for students to share experiences with each other, to identify and reflect on cultural differences and views of nursing care. These learning activities support learning outcomes 1 and 2.

In module 3, learning outcome 1 and 2 will be assessed and evaluated in a group seminar and the students are assessed individually. The assessment criteria are designed for this module.

In the theoretical parts health problems, health promotion and prevention of mental health and illness, diseases, ethical issues, as well as guidelines, conventions and constitutions related to the nurses’ responsibilities in psychiatric care will be presented. The module includes nursing in relation to psychosis, affective and anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug dependency, crisis, as well as suicide and suicide attempts. Medical treatments, as well as psychological and educational therapies, and relatives’ situation are highlighted. During clinical practise, students in collaboration with their clinical preceptors will apply and document nursing care, and reflect upon ethical and cultural questions in relation to psychiatric care. Clinical practice comprises 6 out of 8 credits (4 weeks).

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain psychiatric diagnosis, preventive measures and health promoting actions for patients with mental ill health

2. describe and explain treatments and rehabilitation for patients with mental illness or mental ill health

3. apply and document, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions to promote health and prevent mental ill health in collaboration with the health care team and,

4. identify, describe and reflect on all aspects of the nursing process in conjunction with individual needs in patients with psychiatric diseases, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness.

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain psychiatric diagnosis, preventive measures and health promoting actions for patients with mental ill health

2. describe and explain treatments and rehabilitation for patients with mental illness or mental ill health

3. apply and document, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions to promote health and prevent mental ill health in collaboration with the health care team and,

4. identify, describe and reflect on all aspects of the nursing process in conjunction with individual needs in patients with psychiatric diseases, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness.

In module 4, learning outcome 1 to 4 are examined through assessment of student performance during clinical practice in psychiatric care, in which knowledge, skills and analytical approaches are evaluated, based on Assessment of Clinical Education (AssCE) criteria. Outcome 1, 2 and 4 will be assessed and evaluated through an individual written examination.

In the theoretical parts life-style factors, health promotion and preventive measures for public health and common diseases based on people's different living conditions and circumstances, and guidelines related to the nurses’ responsibilities will be presented. Issues as tobacco prevention, physical activity, nutrition, stress, osteoporosis and sleep are especially highlighted. During clinical practise, students will meet patients and relatives throughout the entire life span. The students in collaboration with their clinical preceptors will apply and document nursing care with focus on lifestyle prevention, and reflect upon ethical and cultural questions. The well fare of vulnerable people, emigrants, and minority groups will also be explored. Clinical practice comprises 6 out of 8 credits (4 weeks).

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain physical mental health problems caused by an unhealthy lifestyle, preventive measures and health promoting actions for adults during the course of lifespan

2. communicate effectively within the health care team, as well as with patients and relatives to be able to meet the need of the individual patient

3. apply and document under supervision appropriate nursing actions to promote health and prevent illness with focus on lifestyle changes and,

4. identify, describe and reflect on all aspects of the nursing process in conjunction with patients´ individual needs with focus on lifestyle, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, reflection seminars, individual studies and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning comes 1 to 4.

In module 5, learning outcome 1 to 4 are examined through assessment of student performance during clinical practice in community care, in which knowledge, skills and analytical approaches are evaluated, based on Assessment of Clinical Education (AssCE) criteria. Outcome 1 and 2 will be assessed and evaluated in a group seminar and the students are assessed individually. The assessment criteria are designed for this module.

The module includes theoretical exercises, and consists of current calculations, preparation and administration of drug prescriptions. The content is based on the course literature, and on the SOSFS 2000:1.

Reflection upon theoretical and applied knowledge, in relation to nursing practice and professionalism, is taught through facilitated peer group discussions.

The course is divided into seven parts:

1. Women’s reproductive health and ill health, 5 credits

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1.describe and explain gynecological and obstetrical health problems, preventive measures and health promoting actions for women in a lifespan

2. apply, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions to promote gynecological and obstetrical health and prevent ill health and,

3. reflect and document the nursing process, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness related to gynecological and obstetrical health problems

2. Children’s and adolescents health and ill health, 5 credits

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain symptoms and health problems, preventive measures and health promoting actions for children and adolescents, in acute and long term illness

2. apply, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions under supervision to promote children and adolescents health and prevent ill health and,

3. reflect and document the nursing process, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness related to children´s and adolescents health problems

3. Health pedagogy, 3 credits

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. identify and explain different theories within health promotion and education, and the fundamental concepts of cognition, behaviour and coping strategies in an intersectional perspective and,

2. develop and present an example of patient education, including assessment, related to the patients learning needs, individual resources and learning styles

4. Mental health and ill health, 8 credits

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain psychiatric diagnosis, preventive measures and health promoting actions for patients with mental ill health

2. describe and explain treatments and rehabilitation for patients with mental illness or mental ill health

3. apply and document, under supervision, appropriate nursing actions to promote health and prevent mental ill health in collaboration with the health care team and,

4. identify, describe and reflect on all aspects of the nursing process in conjunction with individual needs in patients with psychiatric diseases, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness.

5. Community care, 7 credits

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. describe and explain physical mental health problems caused by an unhealthy lifestyle, preventive measures and health promoting actions for adults during the course of lifespan

2. communicate effectively within the health care team, as well as with patients and relatives to be able to meet the need of the individual patient

3. apply and document under supervision appropriate nursing actions to promote health and prevent illness with focus on lifestyle changes and,

4. identify, describe and reflect on all aspects of the nursing process in conjunction with patients´ individual needs with focus on lifestyle, and demonstrate ethical and intersectional awareness

6. Drug calculation, 1 credit

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. apply drug calculation in specific relation to unit conversation, relational calculation for the active substance, dilution calculations, infusion rate, percent, and medical gases

7. Clinical supervision, 1 credit

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:

1. critically reflect upon theoretical and applied knowledge in relation to nursing practice and professionalism

The course is based upon students’ prior knowledge, critical reflection abilities, and active engagement as methods of development. A variety of teaching methods will be utilized, as described in the Pedagogic Platform of the Department of Care Science. Seminars, clinical placements, and clinical supervision are mandatory. Of the 20 weeks allotted to this course, 12 weeks are in clinical settings. Here education takes place during weekdays, evenings, nights and weekends. Active engagement in all seven components of the course content is compulsory as they provide support to achieve the learning outcomes indicated above.

1. Women’s reproductive health and ill health, 5 credits

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, individual studies, reflection seminars, and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning outcomes 1-3.

2. Children’s and adolescents health and ill health, 5 credits

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, individual studies, reflection seminars, and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning outcomes 1-3.

3. Health pedagogy, 3 credits

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, reflection seminars, individual studies, and presentation of group projects Study groups will be formed with the purpose for students to share experiences with each other, to identify and reflect on cultural differences and views of nursing care. These learning activities support learning outcomes 1 and 2.

4. Mental health and ill health, 8 credits

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, reflection seminars, individual studies, and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning comes 1 to 4.

5. Community care, 7 credits

The learning activities are based on active student participation such as, interactive lectures and discussions, reflection seminars, individual studies and clinical practice. All learning activities support learning comes 1 to 4.

6. Drug calculation, 1 credit

To progress the learning outcome application of drug calculations in clinical situations is taught through self-directed study and peer learning; based on the course literature and access to Swedish lectures.

7. Clinical supervision, 1 credit

Reflection upon theoretical and applied knowledge, in relation to nursing practice and professionalism, is taught through facilitated peer group discussions.

The Grading system A-U is used for full course and in module 1-5, and as well in all written or oral exams. Grades that are used are pass with distinction (A, B), pass (C, D, E) and fail (U) as specified below:

A = Excellent – outstanding performance with only minor errors

B = Very good – above average standard but with some errors

C = Good – generally sound work with a number of notable errors

D = Satisfactory – fair but with significant shortcomings

E = Pass – performance meets the minimum criteria

U = Fail – considerable further work is required

Malmö School of Nursing Grading system is applied to module 6 and 7, in all clinical placements, as well as in the drug calculation exam, graded as Pass (G) or Fail (U).

Students will be expected to draw extensively upon their work practice and use independent studies and feedback from peers and colleagues to successfully complete course assessments. Much of the work based learning in these modules is incorporated into the variety of assessment activities, including formal assessment by qualified educators. Examinations will be conducted through combinations of individual examinations, seminars, and in clinical practice. To receive the grade pass with distinction (A, B) for the whole course, this grade is required for module 4 and 5, as well in two of the modules 1-3.

1. Women’s reproductive health and ill health, 5 credits

In module 1, learning outcome 1 and 3 will be assessed and evaluated through an individual written examination. Learning outcome 2 is examined thought assessment of student performance during clinical practice. The assessment criteria and the assessment form are designed for this module.

2. Children’s and adolescents health and ill health, 5 credits

In module 2, learning outcome 1 and 3 will be assessed and evaluated through an individual written examination. Learning outcome 2 is examined thought assessment of student performance during clinical practice. The assessment criteria and the assessment form are designed for this course.

3. Health pedagogy, 3 credits

In module 3, learning outcome 1 and 2 will be assessed and evaluated in a group seminar and the students are assessed individually. The assessment criteria are designed for this module.

4. Mental health and ill health, 8 credits

In module 4, learning outcome 1 to 4 are examined through assessment of student performance during clinical practice in psychiatric care, in which knowledge, skills and analytical approaches are evaluated, based on Assessment of Clinical Education (AssCE) criteria. Outcome 1, 2 and 4 will be assessed and evaluated through an individual written examination.

5. Community care, 7 credits

In module 5, learning outcome 1 to 4 are examined through assessment of student performance during clinical practice in community care, in which knowledge, skills and analytical approaches are evaluated, based on Assessment of Clinical Education (AssCE) criteria. Outcome 1 and 2 will be assessed and evaluated in a group seminar and the students are assessed individually. The assessment criteria are designed for this module.

6. Drug calculation, 1 credit

Application of drug calculations will be assessed through the completion of an individual mathematical test paper which reflects situations encountered by nurses during clinical placement. 100% correct answers will equal a pass.

7. Clinical supervision, 1 credit

Integration of theory into clinical situations and relation of these to professionalism will be assessed in a written examination with Peer feedback.

Examination re-sits

Students who fail theoretical examinations have two further opportunities to re-sit, with the same content and requirement. After that, students have the opportunity to re-sit in the following course according the same rules. Examinations and retakes are scheduled throughout the course timetable.

The clinical practice can be interrupted by the student or by the examiner. In cases where students take the initiative and without the consent of the examiner interrupts clinical practice, it leads to a fail (U). The student is offered to retake the course, unless the maximum numbers of examinations not already has been reached. If the interruption agreed upon the examiner, one opportunity to complement in the same or in the next semester, or it is considered as failed (U). The decision will be based on the individual case. Students who have failed their clinical practice will get the opportunity of one (1) retake corresponding in length and content to the failed placement subject to availability of clinical placements, clinical teachers, and preceptors. If the student has demonstrated such a lack of skill that may harm patients and clients, the examiner in consultation with the preceptor, and the head of the Department of Care Science may decide to reject and remove the student from the placement prematurely. When this occurs, the student is offered a new practice only under the condition that the maximum number of examinations has not already been reached, and that the student has shown necessary knowledge and skills according the individual plan drawn on these occasions. The student has the right, within one year after the interruption to undergo two trials according to the students individual plan.

For Swedish students in module 1, 2, 4 and 5

Raadu G (red)(senaste uppl) Författningshandbok för personal inom hälso- och sjukvård. Stockholm: Liber AB. Utkommer varje år. Ca 50 s av 727 s

www.vardhandboken.se.

For Swedish students in module 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6

FASS (senaste uppl.) Läkemedel i Sverige. Kungsbacka: Läkemedelsinformation AB.

Jolley, S (2006) Gynaecology: changing services for changing needs England: John Wiley & Sons Ltd p 253 (e-book online)

London, ML, Ladewig, PW, Davidson, MC, Ball, JW, Bindler, RC, & Cowen, KJ (2013) Maternal & Child Nursing Care, (4th Edition) Prentice Hall p 1992 Part 1-5

Assigned reference material and scientific articles related to covered topics will be added.

London, ML, Ladewig, PW, Davidson, MC, Ball, JW, Bindler, RC, & Cowen, KJ (2013) Maternal & Child Nursing Care, (4th Edition) Prentice Hall p 1992 Part 6-7.

Assigned reference material and scientific articles related to covered topics will be added.

Bastable, SB. (2013) Nurse As Educator: Principles of Teaching and Learning for Nursing Practice (4th Edition) burlington: Jones & Bartlett Learning;p 716.

Miller WR & Rollnick S (2012) Motivational interviewing: helping patients change behavior. (3th Edition) New York; Guilford Press p 482.

Assigned reference material and scientific articles related to covered topics will be added.

Black, D.W. & Andreasen, N. C.(2011) Introductory Textbook of Psychiatry. Arlington: American Psychiatric Pub Inc. 717 s.

Gelder M, Mayou R & Geddes J. (2005) Psychiatry (3th Edition) Oxford University Press, Incorporated, p 333.

Assigned reference material and scientific articles related to covered topics will be added.

Maville, J & Huerta CG (2012) Health promotion in nursing. Delmar, Cengage Learning, p 506.

Office of Minority Health (2004) Cultural competency and nursing: a review of current concepts, policies, and practice. U.S: Department of Health and Human Services p 131.

Assigned reference material and scientific articles related to covered topics will be added.

Gatford J, Anderson R (2011). Nursing Calculations, (8th Edition), Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, Philadelphia, New York, London, Sydney, Toronto, p 45 - 131.

Assigned reference material and scientific articles related to covered topics will be added.

The teacher/examiner in charge of the course is responsible for completing at least two course evaluations. The first will be conducted mid-term with feedback to students as soon as possible. The second evaluation will be collated upon completion of the course. Both will be published on the school website along with the actions to be taken to improve future courses resulting from this feedback. All evaluation summaries will be collated in the form of a course report at the end of the course and a series of relevant timely actions generated. Outcomes from these documents will be made available on the follow-on course web page.

If a course ceases or goes through major changes, students retain the right to two re-sits examinations based on the original course content. Examinations and re-sits are scheduled throughout the course timetable.