NURSING 1006 - Microbiology and Infection Control
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code NURSING 1006 Course Microbiology and Infection Control Coordinating Unit Adelaide Nursing School Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Restrictions Available to B.Nurs students only Assessment Mid semester online quiz, preparation and maintenance of a sterile field, exam Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr David Foley
Course Coordinator: Dr David Foley
Phone: +61 8 8313 1758
Fax: +61 8 8313 3594
Email: david.foley@adelaide.edu.au
Location: School of Nursing, The University of Adelaide
Tutor: Frank Donnelly
Phone: +61 8 8313 3639
Email: frank.donnelly@adelaide.edu.au
Location: School of Nursing, The University of Adelaide
School Office
Phone: +61 8 8313 3595
Fax: +61 8 8313 3594
Email: pre_registration@adelaide.edu.au
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Describe a range of microorganisms and the classifications 2 Describe the reproduction of important pathogens – bacteria, fungi, virus 3 Understand the role of bacterial pathogenesis 4 Identify the role of the acquired and innate immune systems 5 Learn how infectious organisms cause disease and challenge the body’s immune defence. 6 Equip students to recognise infection control practices that prevent the spread of infection 7 Demonstrate skills in standard precautions including gowning and gloving and PPE for use in the clinical setting 8 Relate infection control practices to the control and containment of the organism concerned. 9 To understand the chain of infection and create a sterile field in different nursing environments. 10 Provide a baseline of practice and knowledge for safe interaction with patients in isolation 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) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1-8 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 7, 10 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1, 4, 6, 9 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 6, 7, 9 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 3, 7, 10 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1-2 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 9-10 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 5, 9 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
Lee, G & Bishop, P 2012 Microbiology and Infection Control for Health Professionals, 5th edn, Pearson Prentice Hall, Frenchs Forest.Recommended Resources
http://www.cdc.gov/
http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/node/30290
http://www.dh.sa.gov.au/pehs/Immunisation/hcwguidelines-pehs-sahealth-1004.pdf
http://www.hha.org.au/Online Learning
Online materials to support the course content will be provided through MyUni. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Face to face lectures – Face to face lectures offer synchronous learning opportunities and enable students to quickly clarify complex descriptions and terminology. Much of the content for this course is supported by textbooks with web page and e-learning supports (e.g. flash cards for revision). The School of Nursing supports the audio and video capture of lecture content as an aid to revision.
Articulate presentations – the School of Nursing has a licence for the Articulate e-learning authoring software program and has a number of staff that are expert in its use. The advantage to the student is the freedom to progress through content at their own pace while receiving in time support for their learning. This is particularly helpful for the nature of the content which will be available for revision across the semester. The School of Nursing has a purpose built e-learning room with dedicated PC access to training support software.
Tutorials - tutorial sessions enable small group discussion and peer interaction around the content. Each tutorial session will focus on the lecture content for the week. Lecturing Staff and Lecturer A (Clinical Tutors) who provide the in hospital assessment and bedside teaching role contribute to and provide tutorial sessions both with university and in the various clinical placement settings.
Simulated Learning Environments (SLE) – the simulated learning environment provides students an opportunity to practice a range of infection control skills prior to attending clinical placement. Importantly the SLE also enables clearly constructed, well considered clinical scenarios which nurture and challenge student development. The Robin Warren Skills Laboratory within the Faculty of Health Sciences provides a state of the art clinical training venue with dedicated nursing lecturers with expertise in low fidelity simulation. Students will learn to create and maintain a sterile field and will participate in a scenario of caring for a patient in isolation. Special emphasis on hand washing, gowning and gloving practices will be made.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:
• 2 x 1 hour lecture / week
• 3 x 2 hour tutorials / semester
• 2 x 2 hour SLE / semester
Non-contact hours for assessment and tutorial preparation will be 5 hours per week.Learning Activities Summary
The tables below indicate the lecture, tutorial and SLE series outlines for Microbiology and Infection Control. Other tutorials may be provided as required.
Lectures 11 – 1 Rennie Lecture Theatre
Week Date (Tues) Topic Assessment/Other 1 4 March L1. Introduction to Microbiology
L2. Health Care Associated Infection2 11 March L3. Classification Of Microorganisms
L4. Bacterial Growth & Reproduction3 18 March 11 am Tutorial vital signs
L5. Bacterial Pathogenesis4 25 Mar L6. Role Of Viruses In Causing Illness (I)
L7. Role Of Viruses In Causing Illness (II)5 1 Apr L8. Fungi & Parasites
L9. Innate Immunity
T1 Inflammation & Pain6 8 Apr L10. Acquired Immunity
L11. Cell Mediated ImmunityMid-Semester Break Online Formative Test 7 29 Apr L12. Antigens & Antibodies
L13. Transmission Of Disease
T2. Immune System8 6 May L14. OHS of Infection Control
L15. Standard Precautions9 13 May L16. Sterilisation, Disinfection & Cleaning
L17. Isolation & Infectious Disease
SLE2. Caring for a person in isolation10 20 May L18. Wound Field Theory
L19. Infectious Trends11 27 May SLE 1. Wound dressing practice Preparation & Maintenance of a Sterile Field 12 3 June L20. Managing Infections
T3. Use & Application of PPE13 10 June T4. Nursing Responses to inflammation 16 June Swot Week 21 June
4 JulyExam Weeks Exam Specific Course Requirements
The course requires some skills laboratory work. Students will need to adhere to the dress code for attending the Robin Warren LabsSmall Group Discovery Experience
Small group discovery experience for 1st year nursing is contained within the Level 1 course - Health Assessment and Clinical Nursing 1 -
Assessment
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 Mid-semester online quiz Formative N/A 1-6 Preparation and maintenance of a sterile field Summative 30% 7-8 End of semester exam Summative 70% 1-6, 9, 10 Assessment Detail
ASSESSMENT 1: Mid semester online quiz
Mid semester online quiz: this quiz will be administered online through MyUni and will provide instant feedback to students on their knowledge of microbiology and infection control practices. The quiz will cover content up to the midpoint of the semester.
ASSESSMENT 2: Preparation and maintenance of a sterile field
Preparation and maintenance of a sterile field: students will be presented with a simulated wound that requires redressing. Students will prepare and maintain asepsis in respect of the wound dressing while identifying a rationale for their practice. Emphasis on the safe removal of a soiled wound dressing and replacement with a new dressing will occur. This assessment will be conducted in the skills lab and will be supervised by clinical lecturing staff. As an aspect of this assessment students will also demonstrate effective hand hygiene, safe gloving and gowning practice patient preparation. Wherever possible this assessment will be co-assessed by a 3rd year student and a Lect A (Clinical Tutor) using a marking rubric. This opportunity forms part of the assessment for 3rd year students in the Level III course Leadership and Transition to Practice.
ASSESSMENT 3: End of semester exam
Exam (2 hr): covering the principles of infection control and related microbiology will be held at the end of semester.Submission
Unless otherwise indicated all submission of assignments is to be through the assignments portal of MyUni. TurnItin will be used to check student assignments. 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 1 week for submission of assignments can automatically be granted when an online request is submitted. (Please see Study Guide for details) Requests must be made before the due date of the assignment. In principle, all assignments should be submitted by the due date. Late submission without an approved extension will be penalised at the rate of 10% 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.
The policy for applying for extensions is outlined in the School Manual and the Study Guides.
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.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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