Program Overview

NU6127 Elective Orthopaedic Nursing - Adult

Course Fact File

• Code: NU6127
• Duration: TBC
• Fees: €900.00
• Closing Date: Closed for applications
• Start Date: Semester II

Outline

This module aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of elective orthopaedic nursing. The course is divided into six units:

• Unit 1: Philosophy, theory, concepts, and principles of adult orthopaedic nursing. Importance of research and evidence-based practice for quality orthopaedic nursing. The multidisciplinary orthopaedic team.
• Unit 2: The anatomy, physiology of bone and joints. Epidemiology of orthopaedic conditions requiring elective surgery.
• Unit 3: Role of nurse in supporting the management of elective orthopaedic procedures with a specific focus on the indications for hip and knee surgery and potential complications arising from hip and knee surgery.
• Unit 4: Role of nurse in supporting the management of elective orthopaedic procedures with a specific focus on the indications for upper limb surgery and potential complications arising from upper limb surgery.
• Unit 5: Contemporary issues in elective orthopaedic nursing encompassing musculoskeletal assessment, pain, nutrition, mobility, and infection prevention.
• Unit 6: Contemporary issues in elective orthopaedic nursing encompassing integrated care, rehabilitation, health education, and promotion. Individual and family-centered care.

Learning Outcomes

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

• Explain the role and responsibility of the nurse in assessing and managing the patient undergoing elective orthopaedic surgery
• Enhance orthopaedic nursing practice through the application of theoretical, practical, and policy knowledge and clinical skills in the context of caring for individuals with various elective orthopaedic conditions
• Critically appraise and evaluate current research evidence and best practice for orthopaedic nursing and its implications for supporting patients undergoing elective orthopaedic surgery
• Synthesise health-related issues for the development of intervention/service responses appropriate to the needs of individuals undergoing surgery for various elective orthopaedic conditions and their families
• Contribute as a learned member of the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of quality healthcare for individuals and families within the context of orthopaedic nursing
• Critically reflect on the health promotion role of the nurse in supporting bone health

Practicalities

• 10 x 2 Hr(s) Lectures
• 180 x 1 Hr(s) Online asynchronous (any time learning) activities

Requirements

Fees and Costs

How To Apply

Applications are now closed.

• To apply for this module, please log on to the UCC APPLY page and create an account.
• Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate.
• An application fee of €35 will be payable on submission of your application via the same platform.