nsg3mck managing chronic conditions
MANAGING CHRONIC CONDITIONS
NSG3MCK
Not currently offered
Credit points: 20
Subject outline
Chronic health conditions are generally defined as those lasting more than six months, noncommunicable and involving some functional impairment or disability. In this subject students will explore the effects of these conditions on the individual, family and carer. Students will study a range of chronic health conditions, their significance as a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in Australia and the multidimensional approach required in managing such conditions. Students will examine the role of nurses in delivering care that emphasises the primary health principle of empowering individuals to manage their own health.
SchoolSchool of Nursing & Midwifery
Credit points20
Subject Co-ordinatorJulie Ellis
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing in Hong Kong.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Managing long term conditions & chronic illness in Primary Care: A guide to good practice. | Prescribed | Carrier,J.(2009) | LONDON:ROUTLEDGE |
| Readings | Chronic Illness & Disability: Principles for nursing practice | Recommended | Chang,E., & Johnson, A.(2008) | SYDNEY:CHURCHILL LIVINGSTON |
| Readings | Chronic Illness impact & Intervention. (7th ed.). | Recommended | Lubkin,l., & lARSEN,P.(2009) | BOSTON:JONES & BARTLETT PUBLISHERS. |
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