The course is included in these curricula and study modules
- Emergency care 2021 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Emergency care 2022 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Emergency care 2023 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Nursing 2021 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Nursing 2022 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Nursing 2023 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Health care 2021 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Health care 2022 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Health care 2023 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Midwifery 2021 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Midwifery 2022 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
- Midwifery 2023 - Nordic and international caring science - basic studies
The course takes place in period
- 1 (2023-08-01 to 2023-10-22)
- 2 (2023-10-23 to 2023-12-31)
- 3 (2024-01-01 to 2024-03-17)
- 4 (2024-03-18 to 2024-07-31)
Level/category
Teaching language
Swedish
Type of course
Compulsory
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
1
Total number of ECTS
10 cr
Competency aims
In this study unit the focus lies on the following
competencies:
Within this study unit, we delve into the
following competencies:
Professional encounters
Health promotion
Clinical care
Caring ethics
Caring science
Interprofessional work and safety culture
SDG´s in focus:
#3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
#4 QUALITY EDUCATION
Learning outcomes
After completing the study unit:
You can systematically assess and evaluate the
condition of the internal medicine patient with
the help of various measuring instruments, as well
as perform the basics of the internal medicine
patient's care. (Knowledge)
You can explain and justify the choices of your
caring actions in relation to the basics of
nursing science. You can also develop the care
based on this. (Skill)
You develop the ability to implement evidence-
based nursing and perform your care activities
according to current care recommendations. You
work for sustainable development in nursing.
(Skill)
You can apply your knowledge of the most important
internal medicine diseases and select and perform
appropriate care actions based on the patient's
health obstacles and symptoms. You can evaluate
the need for care for a patient in need of urgent
care. (Skill)
You deepen your knowledge in parenteral fluid and
drug treatment of the internal medicine patient
and know the most common medication groups used.
(Skill)
You understand the role of the nurse in the
interprofessional teamwork in the care of the
internal medicine patient. (Attitude)
You identify, analyze and reflect on internal
medicine care from a nursing science and ethical
perspective. (Attitude)
Course contents
Clinical practice in internal medicine, 6 weeks.
The work shifts are made according to the
supervisor's and the unit's planning. 38h/week in
three-shift work.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Clinical Practice: Basic Care
Internal Medicine (theory course)
Medication calculation exam completed no later
than 2 weeks before the start of clinical practice
or according to the examiner's requirements.
Vaccination certificates and investigation of
infectious diseases are followed according to
standard directives and the welfare area's
requirements.
In addition, the vice chancellor's decision 6/2020
on sufficient language skills in Swedish and
Finnish applies when a clinical practice is to be
booked.
Previous course names
Clinical care practice (internal medicine)
Additional information
The clinical practice assignment is done on
itslearning.
Reporting of hours worked and the evaluation should
be submitted to itslearning.
Study activities
Practical training - 270 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 270 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 270 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Participation in tuition
Assessment requirements
To pass the student needs to pass the clinical
practice and submit all the necessary documents as
well as pass the clinical practice assignment.
Teacher
- Appelroth Maria
- Karbin Daniela
- Loimijoki Niko
Examiner
Appelroth Maria
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit
Assignments valid until
12 months after course has ended
Course enrolment period
2023-08-10 to 2023-09-06