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Brief Description
This course qualifies for 50% funding under the HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy. Check fees section for details and eligibility. Please Note: Applicants may only apply for and receive, one subsidised course per semester.
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Module Description |
Module Code |
NFQ Level |
ECTS Credits |
Start Date |
Cost |
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Advanced Assessment in Respiratory Nursing |
NS6201 |
9 |
9 |
Sept. 2024 |
€800 - EU €1,500 - Non-EU |
This micro-credential represents a single module within a larger further award (eg. Certificate, Diploma, Masters). By taking this micro-credential you may be eligible to apply for a credit exemption should you progress to study for a further award.
The programmes associated with this MicroCred are:
This module provides the student with the opportunity to develop their competence and expertise in respiratory nursing assessment. Assessment is the preliminary phase to identifying individual needs and priorities for care. This module focuses on the role of the nurse at this level in observation and examination, as well as critical evaluation and application of advanced assessment tools and diagnostic indicators in respiratory nursing.
The module is divided into themes where the student will be given appropriate material for reading and viewing/listening.
Theme 1: Introduction &Respiratory Anatomy & Physiology
Theme 2: The role of Palliative Care in Respiratory Assessment
Theme 3: Respiratory Failure. ABG interpretation, scenarios
Theme 4: Oxygen Assessment
Theme 5: Respiratory Investigations, PFT’s · Bronchoscopy videos.
Theme 6: Respiratory History Taking, Assessment of the Acutely unwell Respiratory Patient
Theme 7: Physical Respiratory Exam skills
Theme 8: Clinical skills, Chest Auscultation sounds, Inhaler Technique
Theme 9: OSCE day
Theme 10: The role of the MDT in Respiratory assessment- SLT ·
Theme 11: The role of the Physiotherapist in Respiratory Assessment
Theme 12- The role of the ANP and CNS
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate advanced assessment approaches and prioritise interventions in response to the needs of individuals experiencing respiratory health conditions and alterations to airway and breathing.
- Critically apply advanced assessment techniques to the complex needs of individuals with respiratory conditions.
- Critically apply knowledge of pathophysiology to the nursing assessment of individuals experiencing respiratory conditions.
- Critically discuss the challenges in leading holistic assessment in nursing individuals with altered respiratory status. ·
- Demonstrate an appreciation of the complex interrelationship between the physiological and psychosocial needs of individuals experiencing altered respiratory function.
- Demonstrate an appreciation of the importance of using evidence to inform advanced nursing assessment and diagnostic practice.
- A Registered Nurse on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
- Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of either prior successful completion of a degree qualification taught through the medium of English or meet criteria identified in the English Language qualifications set by the University of Limerick.
Entry requirements are established to ensure the learner can engage with the course material and assessments, at a level suitable to their needs, and the academic requirements of the module. By applying to this micro-credential, you are confirming that you have reviewed and understand any such requirements, and that you meet the eligibility criteria for admission.
Successful completion of this module does not automatically qualify you for entry into a further award. All programme applicants must meet the entry requirements listed if applying for a further award.
€800 EU - €1,500 Non EU
HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy - Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria can qualify for 50% funding subject to the availability of places. To clarify eligibility please go to Eligibility Criteria