The written assignment for this unit is based on students choosing a topic from the list of topics provided and undertake a literature search relevant to the chosen topic (10 references, including at least 8 peer-reviewed journal articles). Students will then provide critical analysis of the chosen topic with the support of the literature reviewed including a description of the health issue and pathophysiology, explanation of major concepts based on findings from contemporary literature, presentation of a nursing management plan from the literature and a discussion on how the knowledge gained will assist in advancing their role in the workplace.
Please note the discussion is based on ONE condition (health disorder) selected from the list below.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients with a condition relevant to the respiratory system.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients with a condition relevant to the cardiac system.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients a condition relevant to the gastrointestinal system.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients a condition relevant to the hematological/vascular system.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients with a condition relevant to the cerebral/ neurological system.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients with a condition relevant to the endocrine system.
Principles of nursing management of patients/clients with a condition relevant to the renal system.