nsm5cpr clinical practice development
CLINICAL PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT
NSM5CPR
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will be introduced to the concept of clinical governance and the use of evidence to improve the quality of health care offered. You will apply the principles of evidence based practice in a critique of current clinical practice and then formulate a detailed plan for the conduct of a clinical audit as a means of investigating the effectiveness, appropriateness and feasibility of a clinical practice. The subject is delivered via a flexible online mode comprising learning modules via LMS. A limited number of online virtual tutorials may be offered to support your learning.
SchoolSchool of Nursing & Midwifery
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorEwan McDonald
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites If the student is admitted in HMN (V1, V2, V3 or V4) or HMND then must have passed NSM4FPB and passed one of NSM4FAC,NSM4FCF, NSM4FBC, NSM4FCP, NSM4FCA, NSM4FCC, NSM4FEC, NSM4FIC, NSM4NCF, NSM4FPA, NSM4FPO, NSM4FRC, NSM4FSC, NSM4UCF or NSM4FWA. If the student is admitted in HMMH or HMMN then must pass MMH5CPM and MMH5CPH.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Using evidence to guide nursing practice | Prescribed | Courtney, M. & McCutchen, H. (2010) | 2ND EDN, CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE ELSEVIER, MARRICKVILLE, NSW |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically appraise evidence that informs a clinical practice.
- Activities:
- Online activity.
02. Use evidence to define a scope of speciality practice.
- Activities:
- Written exercise.
03. Formulate a detailed plan for the review of a clinical practice against a best practice standard.
- Activities:
- Online activity & oral clinical presentation.
Subject options
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Online, 2019, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEwan McDonald
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Up to maximum 3-hours per week of flexible online student directed learning modules."
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 11 - 21
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 21 and delivered via online.
"6x1hour online tutorials offered via 'Zoom' over the duration. Sessions are scheduled with session 1 commencing in week 2 of the semester"
Independent ResearchWeek: 10 - 22
One 9.0 hours independent research per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
"Directed self learning of online modules, clinical practicum seminar presentation and completion of written assignments."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,000-word written assessment | Plus, one 1,000-word equivalent clinical practicum seminar. Hurdle requirement: students must achieve a pass result for this practicum in order to pass this subject. | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |
| One 2,500-word written assessment | 60 | 01, 02, 03 |
Online, 2019, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEwan McDonald
Class requirements
Problem Based LearningWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours problem based learning per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Up to maximum 3-hours per week of flexible online student directed learning modules."
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 32 - 42
One 1.0 hours scheduled online class every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 42 and delivered via online.
"6x1hour online tutorials offered via 'Zoom' over the duration. Seminars are scheduled with session 1 commencing week 2 of the semester."
Independent ResearchWeek: 31 - 43
One 9.0 hours independent research per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Directed self learning of online modules, clinical practicum seminar presentation and completion of written assignments."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One 1,000-word written assessment | Plus, one 1,000-word equivalent clinical practicum seminar. Hurdle requirement: students must achieve a pass result for this practicum in order to pass this subject. | 40 | 01, 02, 03 |
| One 2,500-word written assessment | 60 | 01, 02, 03 |