NURSING 7105 - Acute Care Nursing I
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2023
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code NURSING 7105 Course Acute Care Nursing I Coordinating Unit ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ Nursing School Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 6 Contact Flexible delivery mode with online classroom lectures, workshop Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Assumed Knowledge Basic anatomy and physiology Restrictions Available to M.NurSc and G.DipNurSc students only Assessment Online quiz, portfolio, presentation, pre-sighted exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Frank Donnelly
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Retrieves, critically evaluates and applies evidence in the management of patients with complex health care needs who are ill in the acute care setting 2 Demonstrates/ advocates cultural competence in clinical practice in an acute care scenario 3 Retrieves, critically evaluates and applies evidence based recommendations to clinical practice in an acute care scenario. 4 Expresses critical thinking skills through reflection of nursing practice in relation to quality in health care in an acute care scenario 5 Appraise the rationale and effectiveness of assessment and interventions applied to seriously ill patients in the acute care setting. 6 Reflects on current skills, knowledge and attitudes and plans ongoing personal development and demonstrates application of contribution to the professional development of others through leadership. University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-6 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1,3-5 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2,4-6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
6 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
2,6 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
2,6 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Gilbert, J & Coyne E 2018, Acute Care Nursing, 1st edn, Cambridge Univeristy Press, Melbourne, Australia.
Available from:
Cambridge University Press
477 Williamstown Road
Private Bag 31
Port Melbourne
Victoria, 3207
email: enquiries@cambridge.edu.au
tel: +61 (03) 8671 1400 fax:: +61 (03) 9676 9966
Craft, J A & Gordon, C J 2018, Understanding Pathophysiology, 3rd edn, Mosby Elsevier, Chatswood, NSW, Australia.
Available from:
Mosby Elsevier Australia
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