Course overview
Within this course, students will examine and debate key concepts of perioperative nursing practice that are essential for safe and effective patient outcomes. Whilst these topics do not encompass technical skills of clinical practice, understanding of topics such as quality management and mental health does influence the quality of care provided by professional nurses practicing within the perioperative environment.
Course learning outcomes
- Examine the core tenets of perioperative nursing practice
- Compare and contrast perioperative practice across domestic and international regions
- Investigate core issues of working in the perioperative environment
- Appraise current practice within a collaborative dialogue with other students
- Analyse a critical issue of perioperative nursing
- Evaluate new innovations and practice strategies within perioperative nursing
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