Adult Care theoretical studies 2Laajuus (4 cr)

Objectives

The student
-is able to plan, implement and evaluate the health promoting nursing care of patients with chronic diseases at different stages utilizing evidence-based knowledge
-knows the pathways of treatment and services concerning the most common diseases of public health
-is able to recognize, assess and support patients suffering from substance abuse and their significant others and evaluate patient’s need for special health care services based on patient’s individual need for care
-is able to meet, inform, guide and educate individual and family regarding long-term diseases and substance abuse

Content

-substance abuse nursing
-oncology nursing
-neurology nursing
-medical nursing

Prerequisites

First year and middle phase studies completed, at least 135 credits, including the basic level studies in the field of the optional professional studies