This unit of study focuses on the assessment and management of infants, children and young people with acute illness/injury in the hospital setting. Building on the students’ foundational knowledge of normal anatomy and physiology, and childhood development, the content is presented using a body systems approach, with case vignettes used to link theory to practice. A family centred and interdisciplinary approach feature in holistic management strategies, and students are challenged to critique their nursing practice against contemporary research and industry endorsed clinical practice guidelines. This unit of study helps prepare paediatric nurses for leadership by encouraging critical thinking, reflection, and a strong evidence based practice philosophy.
| Principles of Acute Paediatric Nursing | |
| Unit of study code | 138 |
| Availability | Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Nursing Studies
GC single unit of study |
| Term | APRIL, OCTOBER |
| Pre-requisite | N/A |
| EFTSL | 0.125 FTE |
| Credit points | 6 |
| Hours of study | 150 |
| Fee* | Tier 1 |
| Recommended texts | Hockenberry, MJ & Wilson, D 2011, Wong’s Nursing care of infants and children, 9th edn, Mosby Elsevier, Missouri. |
| Co-ordinated by | Fran Stoddart e: fran.stoddart@acn.edu.au |
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Intended learning outcomes for this subject/program
After completing this subject, the learner will be able to:- |
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| Theme 1: Introduction | a) integrate the concepts of family-centred care through collaborative partnerships between the sick infant, child or adolescent, their family and the health care team | Assessment 1: Online discussions x4 | 20% | 2-10 |
| Theme 2: Febrile illness & sepsis | b) siscuss the role of paediatric early warning systems in fostering a greater understanding of the dynamic nature of acute paediatric illnesses and assisting in the early recognition of patient deterioration | Assessment 2: Short essays (1,500 words) | 30% | 5 |
| Theme 3: Fluid & electrolyte disorders | c) develop advanced clinical decision-making skills related to the acute care of infants, children and adolescents by synthesising physical assessment findings and the pathophysiology related to their condition | Assessment 3a: Concept map | 10% | 9 |
| Theme 4: Respiratory disorders | d) implement clinical management strategies that have been evaluated against available evidence, and/or industry endorsed clinical practice guidelines | Assessment 3b: Short essays (2,000 words) | 40% | 9 |
| Theme 5: Cardiovascular disorders | e) critically reflect on your own values and beliefs in relation to family, culture and ethnicity when assessing and planning the holistic care of acutely ill infants, children and adolescents. | |||
| Theme 6: Neurological disorders | ||||
| Theme 7: Metabolic disorders | ||||
| Theme 8: Renal & genitourinary disorders | ||||
| Theme 9: Stabilisation & transport | ||||
Principles of Acute Paediatric Nursing (138) is a Tier 1 unit.
| Tiers | 2022 Member price (10% discount) | 2022 Non-member price | 2023 Member price (10% discount) | 2023 Non-member price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | $2,133.00 | $2,370.00 | $2,196.00 | $2,440.00 |
| Tier 2 | $2,434.50 | $2,705.00 | $2,506.50 | $2,785.00 |
| Tier 3 | $2,862.00 | $3,180.00 | $2,947.50 | $3,275.00 |
| Tier 4 | $3,420.00 | $3,800.00 | $3,523.50 | $3,915.00 |
*Fees are subject to change without notice.
