Orientation to Clinical Training, Basics of Clinical NursingLaajuus (5 cr)

Objectives

The student
-participates actively in clinical training and is responsible for his/her and the group’s learning
-takes care of tidiness and orderliness during clinical training
-carries out principles of ergonomics and promotes patients' functioning ability
-is able to work according to aseptic principles
-is able to help and guide people in their daily activities
-is able to monitor adults' vital signs and related changes
-practises sampling
-is able to bring up mental health issues
-is able to bring up substance abuse
-is able to perform post mortem care and support significant others
-is able to ensure continuity of nursing by documentation

Content

-aseptic practice in nursing environment
-moving and handling of patients according to ergonomic principles
-maintenance of personal hygiene and skin care
-maintenance of nutritional status
-promotion of elimination
-measuring and monitoring of circulation and respiration
-assisting of patients with respiratory problems
-post mortem care
-bringing up and discussion on mental health or substance abuse

Prerequisites

Participation in the following courses:
Infection Control in Nursing and
Basics of Clinical Nursing