nsm4fwa foundations wound mgmnt a
FOUNDATIONS FOR WOUND MANAGEMENT A
NSM4FWA
2014
Credit points: 30
Subject outline
This subject provides the student with an opportunity to understand the foundation concepts that underpin effective wound management. It is recommended for health professionals working in a variety of settings including primary care, community care, acute care and specialised wound care services. Case studies are used to encourage students to draw, from relevant research and theory, to design and implement wound management plans. Content presented includes the influence of molecular and cellular activities on the physiology of the skin, common aetiologies including: chronic venous insufficiency; peripheral ischemia; diabetes, autoimmune disease, burns and malnutrition; the impact of wounding on the psychological and social status of the client; and contemporary interventions including wound bed preparation, dressing selection, nutrition supplementation and physiological support.
FacultyFaculty of Health Sciences
Credit points30
Subject Co-ordinatorWilliam McGuiness
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Subject options
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Other Site, 2014, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorWilliam McGuiness
Class requirements
Evidence Based Learning
One 1.0 hours evidence based learning per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
Four 4.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
One 2-hour practical examination. | 30 | |
One 20-minute case presentation. | 20 | |
One 4,000-word review. | 50 |
Other Site, 2014, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorWilliam McGuiness
Class requirements
Evidence Based Learning
One 1.0 hours evidence based learning per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
Four 4.0 hours lecture per week and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
---|---|---|
One 2-hour practical examination. | 30 | |
One 20-minute case presentation. | 20 | |
One 4,000-word review. | 50 |