Courses & Units
Interpreting Patient Deterioration CNA772
Introduction
This unit explores physiologic theories underpinning complex patient conditions. You will gain knowledge in the pathophysiology of respiratory, cardiac, haemodynamic, renal and neurological disease including advanced supportive therapies. The unit will prepare you to apply knowledge in some specialty areas of practice.
Summary
| Unit name | Interpreting Patient Deterioration |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CNA772 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Ms Annette Saunders |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 10/7/2023 | 8/8/2023 | 28/8/2023 | 15/10/2023 |
| Semester 1 | 20/2/2023 | 21/3/2023 | 10/4/2023 | 28/5/2023 |
* 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 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss the applied pathophysiology as related to an acutely ill patient.
- Analyse data gained from assessment, monitoring and laboratory findings to evaluate therapeutic interventions.
- Discuss therapeutic management of an acutely ill patient utilising decision making capabilities.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060309 | $515.00 | $515.00 | not applicable | $2,746.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
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
| Assessment | Case Study (50%)|Online Quizzes (50%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Critical Care Nursing, 4th edn., Aitken, Chaboyer, Marshall (2019) |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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