NURSING 7209 - Contexts of Nursing Practice

Course Details

Course Code	NURSING 7209
Course	Contexts of Nursing Practice
Coordinating Unit	Adelaide Nursing School
Term	Semester 2
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 4 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Restrictions	Available to M.Clin Nurs students only
Assessment	Report and critique

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Robert Laing

Course Coordinator: Hannah Albanese
Phone: +61 8 8313 1123
Email: hannah.albanese@adelaide.edu.au
Location: Level 4, Adelaide Nursing School, AHMS

School Office
Phone: +61 8 8313 3595
Email: nursing@adelaide.edu.au

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Describe the biopsycholosocial, cultural and historical factors that shape the conceptualisation of common mental illnesses, mental health and rural and remote health care
2	Differentiate the clinical presentations of mental disorders and relevant evidence-based approaches to nursing intervention
3	Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to perform mental health assessment
4	Integrate the principles of recovery and consumer-focused care for mental health nursing practice
5	Recognise the services that make up the health care system responses to clients across the continuum of care, and show an understanding of the social inclusion, legal and ethical aspects of mental health, substance use practice and rural and remote health

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)
Deep discipline knowledge informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1 accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)	1-9
Critical thinking and problem solving steeped in research methods and rigor based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment	2-3
Teamwork and communication skills developed from, with, and via the SGDE honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning	1-5, 8
Career and leadership readiness technology savvy professional and, where relevant, fully accredited forward thinking and well informed tested and validated by work based experiences	1, 4, 8
Intercultural and ethical competency adept at operating in other cultures comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges	8
Self-awareness and emotional intelligence a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate	1-9

Required Resources

Crisp J, Douglas C, Rebeiro G & Waters, D 2018, Potter & Perry's Fundamentals of Nursing - Australian Version, 5^th Edition. Elsevier, Chatswood.

Hercelinskyj, G & Alexander, L 2020, Mental Health Nursing - Applying Theory to Practice, 1st edn, Cengage Learning Australia, Australia

Bryant, B & Knights, K 2019 Pharmacology for Health Professionals, 5th edn, Elsevier Australia

Recommended Resources

Harris, P, Nagy, S & Vardaxis, N 2018, Mosby's Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions, revised 3rd edn, Mosby, Sydney.

Lee, G, and Bishop, P 2015 Microbiology and infection control for health professionals, 6th edn, Pearson, Australia

Stein-Parbury, J 2017, Patient & person: Interpersonal skills in nursing, 6th edition, Elsevier, Australia

St John, W and Keleher, H 2007, Community nursing practice; theory, skills and issues, Allen & Unwin, Australia

Clendon, J, Munns, A & McMurray, A 2019, Community Health & Wellness: Principles of Primary Health Care, 6th edition, Elsevier, Australia

Evans K, Nizette, D and O'Brien A 2017 Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, 4rd edition, Mosby Elsevier, Sydney.

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course uses a blend of lectures, tutorials and workshops to identify situations that impact the daily environment of nursing practice. Students are encouraged to consider their ‘arrival’ at the career of nursing and to actively reflect on what they consider to be the professional skills and attributes. Role plays and self -directed learning opportunities help to facilitate the reflective nature of this course.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

The workload for this course requires attendance at:
• 1 x 2 hour lectures /week
• 1 x 2 hour tutorial / week

It is expected that you will need to invest about 12 hours per week of study to successfully complete this course. This includes all study activities, lectures, tutorials, readings and assessment. Thus some weeks it will be more and others less. It is recommended that you plan your time commitment to the course at the beginning of the semester.

Learning Activities Summary

The tables below indicate the lecture and tutorial outlines for Contexts of Nursing. Please refer to the timetable above for details on class and time.

Contexts of Nursing Practice

Lecture Series

Access and equity

1. Access and Equity
2. Developmental theories across the lifespan

Mental Health

3. Introduction to the principles and theories of Mental Health and Wellbeing and Mental Health Disorders / Introduction to the Mental Health Act
4. Mental Health Assessment (including mental state examination, risk assessment, substance use assessment and physical health assessment)
5. Recovery Framework Model – Consumer and Carer focussed approaches to care
6. Mental Health Disorders – Low prevalence disorders
7. Mental Health Disorders – High prevalence disorders
8. Mental Health Disorders & Substance Use Interventions – Psychopharmacology and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
9. Mental Health Disorders & Substance Use Interventions - Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other psychotherapeutic interventions
10. Mental Health Disorders - Personality Disorders
11.Mental Health Disorders – Older Person’s Mental Health
12. Mental Health Disorders - Perinatal, infant, child & adolescent
13. Substance Use issues

Rural and Remote and Multidisciplinary

14. Rural and Remote health care
15. Multidisciplinary communication

Tutorial Series

1. Mental Health Assessment (Compulsory) - Mental State Examination
2. Mental Health Care Planning – Therapeutic Relationships and Collaborative Care
3. Case Discussion - Low prevalence disorders
4. Case Discussion - High Prevalence disorders
5. Domestic violence and mandatory reporting
6. Multidisciplinary communication
7. Nursing in rural and remote locations

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Assessment Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome(s) being addressed
Online Quiz	Formative	-	2,3
Online Discussion	Summative	10%	1-5
Online Quiz x 2	Summative	40%	1,2,4,5
Case Study analysis	Summative	50%	2-5

Assessment Detail

ASSESSMENT 1: Formative Online Quiz
A series of questions, multiple choice / short answer will be provided online for students to complete. This will provide the opportunity to monitor the learning and understanding of core concepts in mental health, rural and remote health and substance use practice.

ASSESSMENT 2: Online Quiz x 2
Students will respond to two (2) online quizzes over the semester. Each quiz will contain a series of questions that include multiple choice, true/false and short answer questions. This will assess the learning and understanding of core concepts covered in the course.

ASSESSMENT 3: Online Discussion Activities
Students will respond to a discussion question related to the week’s lecture and/or tutorial topic. This will be completed in the Discussions area on Canvas each week. Formal feedback will not be provided, but the coordinator will engage in the discussion. These activities will encourage engagement in the core concepts in mental health, rural and remote health and substance use practice.

ASSESSMENT 4: Case Study Analysis
Students will complete a written case study analysis. The purpose of this assignment is to explore the personal and social implications of mental illness, as well as, the ethical, legal and clinical practice implications related to a person who has mental health concerns, and has been admitted to a medical ward. Using a recovery and person-centred approach, students will explore the issues raised in the case study, together with corroborative information related to the case study.

Submission

Unless otherwise indicated all submission of assignments is to be through the assignments portal of MyUni. Students MUST keep an electronic copy of all assignments submitted. Cover sheets are required for all assignments and can be accessed from the School of Nursing website. Extension of time for submission of assignments is subject to negotiation with the course coordinator. Requests must be made before the due date of the assignment. In principle, all assignments should be submitted by the due date. However, an extension may be granted if the request is made before the due date and the usual administration procedures are followed. Late submission without an approved extension will be penalised at the rate of 5% of available marks for each working day after the due date. Work submitted more than ten days after the due date may be returned unmarked. This action will be taken to prevent students who do get their work in on time being disadvantaged.

Whenever possible staff will turn around marked assignments within 4 weeks or earlier.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

The following marking guides will be used for the assignments:

Marking Guide

Structure and Writing Style 25%

Structure (15%)
• Introduces the specific population being discussed

• Clearly describes the way in which the analytical paper will proceed (follows the suggested outline within the Style Guide)

• The analytical paper is structured according to the suggested outline with headings used to indicate the sections

• The analytical paper discusses the specific population and associated risk factors, practice dilemmas and available services.

Writing style (10%)
• The analytical paper is written with
• Clear sentence structure
• Clarity of argument
• Precision of expression
• Spelling and grammar are correct.

Content and Critical Analysis 60%

Content (30%)
• The analytical paper has been presented logically

• The analytical paper content has clear links to contemporary mental health practice

• The student’s paper demonstrates a depth of understanding of the topic and related nursing issues.

Critical analysis (30%)
• The analytical paper demonstrates a high degree of critical thought and insight into the populations risks and the services by:
• Providing a justification/rationale for the argument/discussion (or analysis) pertaining to mental health practice from differing perspectives, thereby providing a balanced argument/discussion
• Demonstrated they have reflected on the complex issues surrounding the nursing care of the associated population group
• Provided a conclusion of the report and recommendations for enhancement to care.

Referencing 15%

• The referencing style used throughout the paper is congruent with the School Manual and School Style and Referencing Guide.

• The reference list is accurate (i.e. no missing page numbers, volumes, correct title etc), complete (i.e. no references in the body of the paper are missing from the reference list) and consistent with the School Manual and School Style and Referencing Guide.

• The references cited are contemporary (i.e. less than 10 years old unless seminal papers)

• Primary references are used predominantly (i.e. the original reference has been cited rather than a secondary source)

• There is evidence in the paper that the student has searched widely for information related to the topic/issue

• The student has acknowledged all sources of information

• Direct quotations are only used to make crucial points or to support the discussion/argument.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.

Students are reminded that in order to maintain the academic integrity of all programs and courses, the university has a zero-tolerance approach to students offering money or significant value goods or services to any staff member who is involved in their teaching or assessment. Students offering lecturers or tutors or professional staff anything more than a small token of appreciation is totally unacceptable, in any circumstances. Staff members are obliged to report all such incidents to their supervisor/manager, who will refer them for action under the university's student’s disciplinary procedures.

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