Clinical Nursing Practice 1

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
NURS 5902
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Course ID
202281
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Online
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Nursing and Midwifery
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to enable learners to demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitudes consistent with professional standards in the provision of person-centred care of the older person.

  • Introduction To Nursing In A Clinical Setting
  • Effective Communication, Health History, And Physical Assessment
  • Ensuring Personal Safety: Whs And Infection Control
  • Vital Signs Part I: Vital Signs And Monitoring
  • Vital Signs Part Ii: Advanced Techniques And Interpretation
  • Personal Hygiene, Skin Care, Nutrition, And Elimination
  • Oxygen Therapy And Basic Respiratory Assessment
  • Safe Medication Administration, Documentation, And Pain Management
  • Blood Glucose Levels (Bgls) And Advanced Medication Practices
  • Neurological Assessment, End-Of-Life Care (Osce)

Course learning outcomes

  • Implement safe and effective person-centred nursing care to achieve the identified health outcomes consistent with relevant legislation and professional standards
  • Demonstrate clinical skills congruent with their scope of practice
  • Demonstrate appropriate communication strategies and interprofessional teamwork to promote optimal health outcomes
  • Communicate an understanding of the nexus between theoretical concepts and evidence-based practice
  • Demonstrate the ability to reflect on nursing practice and identify strategies for ongoing professional development related to nursing care of the older person
  • Conduct a psychosocial and clinical health assessment and document a person-centred plan of care

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course