Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Clinical Procedures and Emergency Medical Assistance in Extended Competency Nurse Practice
Course Code
AURK_060
Branch of Science
Other medical sciences
ECTS
5.00
Target Audience
Nursing Science
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Evija Melbārde
Structure Unit Manager
Oļegs Sabeļņikovs
Structural Unit
Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care and Clinical simulations
Contacts
Riga, Anninmuizas Boulevard 26a, aurk@rsu.lv, +371 26539996
About Study Course
Objective
To improve students' knowledge, skills, and competencies in clinical procedures and emergency medical care in accordance with the extended competence nurse profession standard.
Preliminary Knowledge
Successful completion of the prior study courses on the study programme “Māszinības”.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Name and explain the areas of responsibility and key tasks of the medical staff (i.e. doctor-specialist, medical resident, nurse, etc.) in simulated clinical situations included in the study course.
2.Rational justification of the actions taken by analysing the execution of the simulated clinical situation scenario after-consultation. Students will obtain supplementation in the care of the patient, for factors contributing to recovery. Demonstrate orientation in the latest medical technologies used in clinical care.
Skills
1.Demonstrate the successful application of clinical skills acquired in previous courses and developed in this course in the implementation of simulated clinical situations.
2.Demonstrate the rational use of available equipment (etc. resources).
Competences
1.Student is able to demonstrate successful integration of knowledge, skills and competences by effectively participating in the implementation of simulated clinical situations.
2.Ability to apply and evaluate appropriate clinical procedures, medical devices and other activities for optimal patient care. To be able to analyse situations, to argue, to formulate and explain their point of view in a logical way.
Assessment
Individual work
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Literature research |
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Student performs in-depth research of the recommended literature in preparation for the implementation of the clinical situation scenario. |
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Study course assessment questionnaire to be completed |
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In order to evaluate the quality of the study course as a whole, the student must complete the study course evaluation questionnaire on the student portal. |
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Examination
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Test |
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10 points
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All lecture and class tests have been successfully passed – mandatory. All practical classes have been attended and passed – mandatory. The crediting of the practical class shall be performed by the teaching staff taking into account the student activity (demonstrated knowledge, skills and competences) in the implementation of clinical procedures and simulation scenarios and after-consultation activity. Final test: exam. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Video Lecture
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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First aid
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Video Lecture
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E-Studies platform
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Topics
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First aid
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Video Lecture
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E-Studies platform
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Topics
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First aid
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Video Lecture
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E-Studies platform
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First aid
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Video Lecture
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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Topics
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First aid
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Video Lecture
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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First aid
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Topics
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Action at the scene of an accident. Security of the first aid provider. Basic adult resuscitation measures (with AED algorithm).
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Practical progress of basic resuscitation activities (special features for newborns, children, adolescents). First aid for the aspiration of a foreign object. First aid for drowning.
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Topics
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Practical progress of basic resuscitation activities (special features for newborns, children, adolescents). First aid for the aspiration of a foreign object. First aid for drowning.
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Topics
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Practical progress of basic resuscitation activities (special features for newborns, children, adolescents). First aid for the aspiration of a foreign object. First aid for drowning.
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On site
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Study room
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Topics
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Life-threatening bleeding. Shock.
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Study room
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Injuries.
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Topics
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Injuries.
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Topics
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Insect bites. Anaphylaxis.
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Topics
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Thermal damage. Chemical burns.
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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3
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Topics
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First aid in emergency situations. Acute poisoning.
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On site
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Study room
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3
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First aid in emergency situations. Acute poisoning.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
5.00
Contact hours:
45 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Praktisko nodarbību un video lekciju materiāli kursa e-studiju vidē.
2.
Perry, A. G., Potter, P. A., & Ostendorf, W. R. (2025). Clinical Nursing Skills and Techniques (11th ed.). Saint Louis: Mosby.
3.
Giardino, A. P., Hanks, E., R., & Hanks, Robert G. (2014). Collaboration with the Advanced Practice Nurse : Role, Teamwork and Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc.
4.
Blair, K. A., & Jansen, M. P. (2015). Advanced practice nursing: core concepts for professional role development (Fifth edition.). New York: Springer Publishing Company, LLC.
Additional Reading
1.
Dang, Judith Ascenzi, Kim Bissett, Madeleine Whalen, Sandra L. Dearholt, Ascenzi, … Whalen. (2021). Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals : Model and Guidelines. Sigma.
Other Information Sources
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Veselības Ministrija