Program Overview

Medical and Surgical Nursing of Individuals with Cardiorespiratory Problems

Module Objective

Provide clinical nurses with the theoretical and practical knowledge required for assessment and management of patients with cardiorespiratory conditions.

Module Content

• Holistic physical assessment of a patient's cardiovascular and respiratory status
• Epidemiological factors surrounding cardiovascular and respiratory conditions in Ireland
• Policy and strategy initiatives in managing cardiovascular and respiratory diseases
• Early warning signs for cardiorespiratory dysfunction
• Nursing interventions in managing cardiovascular and respiratory disorders
• Diagnostic investigations (e.g., 12 lead ECG interpretation, arterial blood gas interpretation)
• Acute cardiovascular and respiratory conditions
• Urgent interventions for acute cardiovascular and respiratory conditions
• Supporting respiratory function
• Chronic cardiovascular and respiratory disease management
• Management of cardiovascular and respiratory conditions in the surgical setting

Teaching Method(s)

• 16hr(s) Lectures (Tutorials/Workshops/Clinical Simulations)
• 184hr(s) Other (Distance Learning; Engagement with Discussion Board, E-tivities, Preparatory Reading, Assignment Preparation, Self-Directed Learning)

Assessment

• Total Marks 200: Continuous Assessment 200 marks (Seminar/Presentation: 180 marks; E-tivities: 20 marks)

Requirements

• Applicants who are practising nurses must provide evidence of current registration with the relevant professional regulatory body (e.g., the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (active registration))
• Applicants who are under 23 years of age must satisfy the minimum entry requirements as for the Degrees in Nursing or Midwifery
• Admission to the module(s) will be subject to internal university approval processes on the recommendation of the Head of School
• Applicants for Nursing and Midwifery CPD modules who do not hold an up-to-date IELTS certificate showing the requisite Academic Board approved CM&H scores must demonstrate evidence of appropriate work experience within an English language environment for at least the previous 2 years
• These modules will not necessarily run unless minimum recruitment targets of 10 students are achieved
• This module is open to registered general nurses only, who work in a non-critical care area (i.e., ward-based)

Fees and Costs

• €900

Class Dates

• Wednesday 19th March 09:30-17:00
• Wednesday 2nd April 09:30-17:00
• Wednesday 16th April 09:00-17:00

Additional Teaching Mode Information

• Prior to commencing the module each student taking a blended module will be provided with an orientation to Blackboard and training on how to use the online technology within the course
• IT support will be given to students throughout the duration of the course
• Dates are subject to slight changes

Module Outline

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the application of nursing knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of patients with cardiorespiratory conditions
• Demonstrate the application of nursing knowledge and skills in supporting a patient's cardiorespiratory status
• Critically evaluate clinical signs of cardiovascular and or respiratory dysfunction and early warning signs
• Critically analyse current nursing practice with regard to cardiovascular and respiratory conditions in surgical and medical settings
• Evaluate the role of the nurse in the prevention of cardiovascular or respiratory problems
• Evaluate current policy and strategies concerning cardiovascular and respiratory conditions and appraise their relevance to nursing practice