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Perianaesthesia Nursing 1 unit (CNA532)

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Introduction

In this unit, you will learn and apply the foundational principles of perianaesthesia nursing across surgical operating theatres, procedural areas, and the post-anaesthetic care unit. Emphasis will be placed on comprehensive patient assessment and patient management that underpin the professional practice of the anaesthetic and post anaesthetic care unit nurse.  

You will also develop skills in recognising and managing common perianaesthetic emergencies and adverse events. You will use evidence-based literature to guide your practice and enhance your clinical decisions when prioritising care needs. 

 

Summary

Unit name Perianaesthesia Nursing 1
Unit code CNA532
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Nursing
Discipline Nursing
Coordinator Mr James Halford
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Online Semester 2 This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 05/07/2027 27/07/2027 30/08/2027 24/10/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Apply advanced knowledge and skills in perianaesthesia nursing, integrating professional standards, guidelines, and evidence-based research to ensure best practice.
  • Justify appropriate clinical decisions in practice procedures and prioritising patient care needs to optimise patient care.
  • Critically reflect on and propose recommendations for improvement in patient care and management practices in perianaesthesia nursing.

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 $613.00 $613.00 not applicable
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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

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.

There are 3 x 1 hour Online Webinars. 

AssessmentCase Study (25%)|Case Study (35%)|Simulated Case Study (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

There are no required textbooks for this unit.

Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator.
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.

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