Courses & Units
Neonatal Intensive and Special Care Theory CNA516
Introduction
This unit focuses on exploring the science of neonatology and examines the theoretical basis of pathophysiology, therapeutic intervention and evidence-based practice fundamentals that are essential to understanding the complex and critically ill newborn infant and the growing premature infant. It draws upon previously learned concepts to examine aspects of prematurity, or problematic adaptation to extrauterine life, and the consequential pathophysiological processes which may arise. Acute and chronic variations of health, as well as the diverse needs of premature and term newborn/neonates are analysed.
Summary
Unit name | Neonatal Intensive and Special Care Theory |
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Unit code | CNA516 |
Credit points | 12.5 |
College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
Discipline | Nursing |
Coordinator | Mrs Nicol Franz |
Delivered By |
Availability
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the anatomy, physiology and integrated pathophysiology of complex and critically unwell neonates.
- Discuss the application of advanced therapeutic interventions including interpretation of clinical investigations that support the management of complex and/or critically unwell neonatal patients.
- Use evidenced based literature to analyse and evaluate the clinical management of the complex and critically unwell neonatal patient.
Fee Information
Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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060315 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $2,883.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
Teaching Pattern | Individual Study – This unit is offered fully online via MyLO (My Learning Online). You are expected to devote around 10 hours per week to the study materials, assessment tasks and self-directed learning. |
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Assessment | Online Quiz and Case Scenario (25%)|Online Quiz and Case Scenario (30%)|Literature Review (45%) |
Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
Required |
Kain V & Mannix T 2022, Neonatal Care for Nurses and Midwives: Principles for Practice 2nd Edition. Elsevier Health Sciences. |
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Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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