Unit details
HNN788 - Advanced Concepts in Specialty Practice
| Offered at: | (X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Allen |
| Prerequisite: | HNN751 and HNN752 |
| Incompatible with: | HNN784, HNN785, HNN786, HNN787 |
| Note: This unit is part of the Intensive Care, Cardiac Care, Emergency Care and Critical Care Specialty streams of the Master of Nursing Practice for students who are also employed in a suitable clinical area in partnership with Deakin University.
Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. Students enrol as off-campus students, however there are significant on-campus requirement. Lectures are conducted on campus at the Melbourne Burwood Campus and are videoconferenced to other venues. | |
Content
The unit covers the advanced assessment and management of patients with organ dysfunction requiring complex physiological interventions and support; emerging trends in evidence-based speciality nursing practice; advanced cardiac electrocardiography; and planning and management of workforce issues related to critical care units including staff mentoring and supervision, and operational issues.
Assessment
Written assignment 1 (2500 words) 50%, written assignment 2 (2500 words) 50%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $755 | $604 | $2414 | $2986 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
