Module Descriptor
The module provides an in-depth study of patholophysiological mechanisms of diseases and nursing management of adult patients with acute condition. Emphasis is placed on assessment and acute care interventions. This incorporates the problem solving approach and relevant nursing theories.
Module Content | Lectures | Seminar / Tutorial | Lab/ Simulation | Total Hours | Credit Hours |
Care of patients with chronic conditions | 30 | 20 | 20 | 70 |
7 |
Aim of this Module
to equip students with theoretical knowledge, skills and approropriate attitudes in the management of adult patients with acute conditions.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module learners shall be able to:-
a) Analyze disease processes in acute illness.
b) Outline the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to acute care conditions.
c) Discuss the comprehensive nursing management of adult patients with acute conditions using the problem solving approach.
Module Topics
- Major acute illnesses and pathophysiological processes
- Aetiological factors for acute illnesses
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Pharmacologic agents in the treatment of acute illnesses
- Nursing Assessment and interventions
- Psychosocial-nursing care of the patient and family
RESOURCES
Required Readinghttp://www.blackwell-synergy.com)http://search.epnet.com)http://www.healthinternetwork.org)http://who.int) Wiley ( Ayliffe, G.A. (2000). Control of Hospital Infection: A Practical Handbook. London: Arnold. Kennamer, M. (2002). Basic Infection Control for Health Care Providers. New York: Delmar. Malawi Ministry of Health and JHPIEGO (2006). Malawi Infection Prevention National Guidelines. Ministry of Health, Lilongwe Supplementary Reading Booyens, S.W (2001). Introduction to Health Services Management. Kenwyn: Juta Co. Ltd. Gray, J.A.M (2001). Evidence–Based Healthcare. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone. Kozier, B., Erb G., Berman, A. & Burke K. (2000). Fundamentals of Nursing: Concepts, Process & Procedure. Prentice-Hall, New Jersey. Robinson, J (2005). Essentials of Health and Wellness. New York: Thomson: Delmar Learning. WEBSITES www references (please use KCN e-journals web page as access) Blackwells ( Ebscohost (
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