INFECTIOUS DISEASES NURSING

Course Description

The definition and purpose of the course; The concepts related to infection, infectious disease and infectious nursing include the frequency of infectious diseases, diagnosis, treatment, complications and nursing care which are frequently seen according to the systems. ınfection and disease; ıdentification of infectious diseases; prevention of infectious diseases; epidemiology of infectious diseases features of infectious diseases agents and infection chain; microorganisms; antimicrobial agents; hospital infections, isolation and infection control; airborne diseases and control; water and foodborne diseases and control; blood-borne diseases and control; skin and mucosal-transmitted diseases and their control; vector and zoonoses-infected diseases and control; notifiable diseases and nursing care; childhood infectious diseases and nursing care; general descriptions of infectious diseases and nursing approaches; hospital care principles in contagious diseases; hospital infections and isolation methods.

INFECTIOUS DISEASES NURSING

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

No course outcomes have been defined yet.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Loomis, J (2020). Epidemics: The Impact of Germs and Their Power over Humanity. Turner
2. 02 Webber, R (2019). Communicable Diseases: A Global Perspective. CABI
3. 03 Spec, A et al. (2019). Comprehensive Review of Infectious Diseases. Elsevier
4. 04 Brunner & Suddarths Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing.. Philadelphia: Lippincott; 2014-2018

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Understand the complexity and diversity of microbial virulence, and explain methods of treatment and prevention of infection. SOLO 4
2. L02 Identify barriers and personal protective equipment to minimize the risk of nosocomial infection. SOLO 4
3. L03 Develop quantitative and analytical skills to decrease risk and enhance the quality of care through leadership and quality improvement. SOLO 3
4. L04 Participate in training and education, audit, and policy development in relation to health protection issues. SOLO 2
5. L05 Gain familiarity with tools and resources used by public health professionals and investigation of case-control studies. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
5. P05 5. Identifies, analyses, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritising, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities , supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

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