Courses & Units
Triage & Complex Management of the Emergency & Trauma Patient CNA787
This unit uses group work and late enrolment may affect your ability to participate actively.
Introduction
This unit is underpinned by the theories and the practice of trauma nursing. The kinematics of trauma, patterns and mechanisms of injury, common trauma presentations and physiological response to trauma across the age spectrum will be examined. Students will extend their knowledge and skills in clinical assessment, problem solving and communication, through a theoretical exploration of the trauma literature and clinical practice.
Summary
| Unit name | Triage & Complex Management of the Emergency & Trauma Patient |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CNA787 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Ms Karen Yates |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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
- Understand and describe the applied pathophysiological nature of rapidly changing patient conditions including diagnosis, pharmacological and psychosocial dimensions across the age spectrums. a. Apply contextual knowledge of trauma nursing to patients using understanding of the physiology b. Apply problem solving capabilities to address common emergency presentations c. Justify prescribed therapeutic interventions against evidence-based literature
- Discuss and analyse data gained from assessment, monitoring and laboratory findings against evidence-based literature. a. Utilise problem solving skills that incorporates data gained from integrated assessment and monitoring practices b. Recommends alternative options based upon assessment findings
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060399 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $2,883.00 |
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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Requisites
Prerequisites
CNA784Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CNA618Teaching
| 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. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Quiz (20%)|Discussion posts (online) (30%)|Case Study (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Curtis, K, Ramsden, C, Considine, J, Fry, M & Shaban R. (eds) 2019, Emergency and Trauma Care for Nurses and Paramedics, 3rd edn, Elsevier Australia, Sydney. |
|---|---|
| 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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