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Study Course Description
Clinical Placement in Providing and Managing Chronic Patient Care
Course Code
MDAK_372
Branch of Science
Health care sciences and services; Health sciences
ECTS
10.00
Target Audience
Nursing Science
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Eva Cela
Structure Unit Manager
Kristaps Circenis
Structural Unit
Department of Nursing and Obstetric Care
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, mdak@rsu.lv, +371 67061567
About Study Course
Objective
The aim of the study course “Clinical placement in providing and managing chronic patient care” is to provide students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in planning, coordinating and managing chronic patient care based on evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary cooperation. By taking this course, students will develop the competences necessary for effective long-term care, promoting patient wellbeing and improving the quality of healthcare services. The course achieves professional preparedness for self-sufficiency in the care of chronic patients, provides the basis for further specialisation and supports the achievement of the overall objectives of the study programme.
Preliminary Knowledge
Health assessment and diagnosis, provision and management of acute and chronic patient care, education, counselling and health promotion, clinical procedures and emergency medical assistance in extended competency nurse practice, betting and effective change management in healthcare, practices in primary healthcare and disease prevention, practices in the provision and management of acute patient care.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Describe the impact of chronic diseases on a patient’s health, quality of life and the need for care.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
2.Explain evidence-based approaches to planning and managing chronic patient care.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
3.Know the principles of interdisciplinary cooperation in the care of chronic patients.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
4.Understand the impact of healthcare systems and policies on the provision of chronic patient care.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
Skills
1.Assess the health status of a chronic patient by identifying care needs and risks.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
2.Develop and implement an individualised care plan taking into account the patient’s needs and resources.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
3.Organise and coordinate interdisciplinary care in cooperation with healthcare specialists and social service providers.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
4.Use communication and education skills to inform and engage the patient and their family in care.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
5.Apply care quality improvement methods when analysing and evaluating the care process and outcomes.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
Competences
1.Decide independently/autonomously on the provision and management of chronic patient care based on clinical and scientific data.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
2.Critically analyse and reflect on the effectiveness of care by promoting continuous professional development.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
3.Demonstrate an ethical and patient/human-centered approach to chronic patient care by providing respectful and individualized support.
Individual work and tests
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Preparation of a Clinical placement report |
10.00% from total grade
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10 points
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2.
Clinical case preparation, analysis and reflective report |
30.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Preparation of a clinical case (5) - assessing the health status and care needs of a chronic patient, preparing the development of an individualised care plan and its practical implementation, describing it based on the application of evidence-based care strategies and assessment of the effectiveness of care, recommendations (patient/human education plan). |
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3.
Participation in a supervision class/sessions |
10.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Supervision is an essential part of the study course, as it promotes the professional development of the student and supports reflection on practical experience. Valuation - active and systematic participation in supervisors. Ability to analyse and reflect on performance in practice, including self-assessment and professional development. Cooperation with the Supervisor and other students in providing and receiving feedback. Ability to take responsibility for the personal learning process and set goals for future development. |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Advocacy of practice (case analysis and reflective report) |
50.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Demonstration of knowledge, skills and expertise on the principles and policies of care for chronic patients. Ability to reasonably justify decisions taken. Application of communication and education skills. Defence of the placement is assessed in accordance with the developed assessment criteria published in the e-environment of the study course (evaluation, in accordance with RSU academic regulations). |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 4
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Online
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2
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Topics
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Practice introductory lecture
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Online
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4
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Topics
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Supervision
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Online
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4
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Topics
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Supervision
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Test
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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5
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Topics
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Clinical case analysis (discussion)
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
10.00
Contact hours:
10 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Placement)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Prakses kārtība; Prakses pārskats; Metodiskais materiāls - Klīniskā gadījuma sagatavošanā.
2.
Autoru kolektīvs u.c. "Pacientu drošības un veselības aprūpes kvalitātes nodrošināšana"
3.
Hronisku slimību pacientu vadīšana primārajā veselības aprūpē, rehabilitācijas iespējas, rezultātu un tehnisko palīglīdzekļu pielietojuma izvērtēšana