Course coordinator
Dr Amy Mitchell
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Nursing, Midwifery & Social Wk
The aim of this course is to provide students with opportunities to explore the nature and lived experience of individuals who have chronic issues. A key tenet of this this course is the centrality of the individual and their support systems, including families, and the registered nurse's role in supporting these people. The course is situated in a primary healthcare framework and enables students to develop their theoretical knowledge and skills around health promotion, prevention, early intervention and the promotion of self-management in the context of chronic conditions. In addition, students will explore care planning, interprofessional teamwork, rehabilitative care and palliative care. The course content will be delivered over a 13 week period, utilising inquiry-based learning, online learning activities and self-directed learning.
Course requirements
Restrictions
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Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Amy Mitchell
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
The aim of this course is to provide students with opportunities to explore the nature and lived experience of individuals who have chronic issues. A key tenet of this course is the centrality of the individual and their support systems, including families, and the registered nurse’s role in supporting these people. The course is situated in a primary healthcare framework and enables students to develop their theoretical knowledge and skills around health promotion, prevention, early intervention and the promotion of self-management in the context of chronic conditions. In addition, students will explore care planning, interprofessional teamwork, rehabilitative care and palliative care. The course content will be delivered utilising inquiry based learning, lectures, online learning activities and self-directed learning.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Identify and evaluate common chronic health issues and their management in a variety of care settings.
LO2.
Apply and evaluate a population health approach to understanding chronic conditions to facilitate health promotion and prevention principles when assessing individuals.
LO3.
Critically analyse and apply evidence-based approaches to supporting individuals with a chronic health issue and their significant others.
LO4.
Critically analyse and evaluate differences between models of care in acute and non-acute healthcare environments to explore and evaluate the role of person-centred care in the context of chronic illness.
LO5.
Critically analyse the role of the registered nurse and the interprofessional team in supporting individuals with chronic conditions as they transition into and out of various care settings.
LO6.
Critically analyse principles of habilitative, rehabilitative and palliative care for individuals with chronic conditions with a patient-centred focus.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz |
Assessment 1: Online Quizzes
|
20% |
21/08/2024 1:00 pm 25/09/2024 1:00 pm 6/11/2024 1:00 pm |
| Presentation |
Assessment 2: Group Presentation
|
30% |
6/09/2024 1:00 pm
PowerPoint presentations must be uploaded via the submission point on Blackboard by 6/09/2024 at 1:00 pm (prior to the presentation date). Group presentations will be delivered and assessed during the timetabled IBL sessions on Monday 9/09/2024. |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Assessment 3: Case Study | 50% |
18/10/2024 1:00 pm |
Assessment details
Assessment 1: Online Quizzes
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
21/08/2024 1:00 pm
25/09/2024 1:00 pm
6/11/2024 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
Students will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of course content by completing three (3) online quizzes (via Blackboard). Quizzes will be completed in Week 5 (Quiz 1), mid-semester break (Quiz 2), and the end-of-semester exam block (Quiz 3). The content of the quizzes will be drawn from the online modules (including readings) and IBL activities. The quizzes will be open from 0900 hours on Tuesday and close at 1300 hours on Wednesday. Students will have ONE ATTEMPT to complete each quiz.
This assessment item is eligible for an extension request on medical grounds and/or other exceptional circumstances. See Section 6.1 for extension policies and procedures.
AI can be used to assist with classwork and study; however, the use of AI is not permitted for any assessment item in this course.
Submission guidelines
Quizzes will be accessed via the "Assessments" tab on the course Blackboard site. Please refer to the course Blackboard site for further information about this assessment.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Applying for an extension
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved.
Information about applying for an extension can be found on my.UQ.
Extension guidelines
- Extension requests should be submitted prior to the assessment deadline.
- Extension requests must state the due date and the due time of the assessment.
- Requests for extensions received after the assessment item submission due date may not be approved. Late requests must include evidence of the reasons for the late request.
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of illness or disruption caused by the exceptional circumstances and will typically be no more than the specified maximum extension length.
- Students on a Student Access Plan (SAP) with a clause on extension requests must still adhere to the extensions request policy outlined. Students need to attach the SAP and a note outlining their current situation with the online extension application. A maximum of 7 days will be granted on the basis of an SAP. An extension request beyond 7 days will require additional supporting information as this request will not be considered on the basis of the SAP, but rather additional events (whether they relate to the circumstances of the SAP or not).
Outcome of application
- Extension requests are generally processed within 2 working days. Students can see the outcome of their application by logging in to my.UQ.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
The online quizzes will lock and cannot be commenced once the due date and time have passed. Quizzes will save and submit automatically once the due date and time have passed.
Assessment 2: Group Presentation
- Team or group-based
- In-person
- Mode
- Oral, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
6/09/2024 1:00 pm
PowerPoint presentations must be uploaded via the submission point on Blackboard by 6/09/2024 at 1:00 pm (prior to the presentation date). Group presentations will be delivered and assessed during the timetabled IBL sessions on Monday 9/09/2024.
- Other conditions
- Peer assessment factor.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
This assessment item requires you to work in small groups to develop and deliver a PowerPoint presentation that demonstrates your understanding of the needs of the person with chronic illness as they live in the community, and the role of the registered nurse as a coordinator of care. Students will work as a team to develop a program for people with chronic illness that builds their self-efficacy and ability to self-manage their illness. The task description and marking rubric for this assessment are available via the "Assessments" tab on the NURS7126 Blackboard site. AI can be used to assist with classwork and study; however, the use of AI is not permitted for any assessment item in this course.
Submission guidelines
One member of each group will upload a copy of their group’s PowerPoint presentation via the submission point on Blackboard by the due date. Please check the companion website assessment area for specific instructions on this process. A link will be made available in the assessment area of your Blackboard course to allow you to submit your presentation electronically.
Please refer to ITS help if you experience difficulties in submitting your presentation in Blackboard as instructed on the companion website.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Applying for an extension
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved.
Information about applying for an extension can be found on my.UQ.
Extension guidelines
- Extension requests should be submitted prior to the assessment deadline.
- Extension requests must state the due date and the due time of the assessment.
- Requests for extensions received after the assessment item submission due date may not be approved. Late requests must include evidence of the reasons for the late request.
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of illness or disruption caused by the exceptional circumstances and will typically be no more than the specified maximum extension length.
- Students on a Student Access Plan (SAP) with a clause on extension requests must still adhere to the extensions request policy outlined. Students need to attach the SAP and a note outlining their current situation with the online extension application. A maximum of 7 days will be granted on the basis of an SAP. An extension request beyond 7 days will require additional supporting information as this request will not be considered on the basis of the SAP, but rather additional events (whether they relate to the circumstances of the SAP or not).
Outcome of application
- Extension requests are generally processed within 2 working days. Students can see the outcome of their application by logging in to my.UQ.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Assessment 3: Case Study
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
18/10/2024 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L05, L06
Task description
This written assessment requires you to develop an evidence-based plan of care for a patient with a complex chronic health condition. The task description and marking rubric for this assessment are available via the "Assessments" tab on the NURS7126 Blackboard site. AI can be used to assist with classwork and study; however, the use of AI is not permitted for any assessment item in this course.
Submission guidelines
Students are required to submit an electronic version of their assignment via Blackboard. Please check the companion website assessment area for specific instructions on this process. A link will be made available in the assessment area of your Blackboard course to allow you to submit your assignment electronically.
The anti plagiarism software TURNITIN is being used at UQ. The electronic version of your assignment will be submitted via Blackboard, using the TURNITIN software. Work submitted may be subjected to a plagiarism detection process. If this process is used then copies of this work would be retained and used as source material for conducting future plagiarism checks. Please refer to ITS help if you experience difficulties in submitting your assignments in Blackboard or using TURNITIN as instructed on the companion website.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Applying for an extension
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved.
Information about applying for an extension can be found on my.UQ.
Extension guidelines
- Extension requests should be submitted prior to the assessment deadline.
- Extension requests must state the due date and the due time of the assessment.
- Requests for extensions received after the assessment item submission due date may not be approved. Late requests must include evidence of the reasons for the late request.
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of illness or disruption caused by the exceptional circumstances and will typically be no more than the specified maximum extension length.
- Students on a Student Access Plan (SAP) with a clause on extension requests must still adhere to the extensions request policy outlined. Students need to attach the SAP and a note outlining their current situation with the online extension application. A maximum of 7 days will be granted on the basis of an SAP. An extension request beyond 7 days will require additional supporting information as this request will not be considered on the basis of the SAP, but rather additional events (whether they relate to the circumstances of the SAP or not).
Outcome of application
- Extension requests are generally processed within 2 working days. Students can see the outcome of their application by logging in to my.UQ.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0.1 - 29.9 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 46.9 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49.9 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64.49 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline. |
| 5 (Credit) | 64.5 - 74.49 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Demonstrates substantial understanding of fundamental concepts of the field of study and ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; develops or adapts convincing arguments and provides coherent justification; communicates information and ideas clearly and fluently in terms of the conventions of the discipline. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 74.5 - 84.49 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: As for 5, with frequent evidence of originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and in creating solutions; uses a level, style and means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 84.5 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: As for 6, with consistent evidence of substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critically evaluates problems, their solutions and implications. |
Additional course grading information
All items of assessment must be undertaken, and submitted, for students to pass the course.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
- Penalty for word count outside required length:ﾠa word count that is within 10% of the set length (word limit) is acceptable. A word count that is outside these 10% will be penalised through a reduction of 10% of the total mark available for the assessment.
- You could use Generative AI tools for your study in this course. However, there are alsoﾠrisks that you must considerﾠwhen using this type of technology. Please read carefully 4. Using AI tools in your studies.ﾠAI can be used to assist with classwork and study; however, the use of AI is not permitted for any assessment item in this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Student Email :
Information in respect to the use of the students UQ email account and their responsibility to check email and their right to forward email.ﾠ
Please refer to section 3.2 Student and Alumni Email: PPL: 6.20.04 Email and Bulk Messaging for information about student responsibilities.
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Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Not Timetabled |
Online Learning Modules You are expected to spend approximately five (5) hours per week on online learning for this course. This includes working through the online modules and preparing for your IBL sessions. Resources can be found in the Learning Resources tab of the Blackboard site for this course. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 12 |
Lecture |
Lecture Lectures for this course are scheduled in your timetable. While in-person attendance is strongly encouraged, lectures are also recorded as a resource for students to refer to. Recorded lectures and any accompanying resources will be made available via the Learning Resources tab on the companion website for this course. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Tutorial |
Inquiry Based Learning (IBL) Sessions Inquiry Based Learning (IBL) group tutorials are scheduled throughout the semester and are detailed in your timetable. Resources and details for each session can be found in the Learning Resources IBL tab on the companion website for this course. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Additional learning activity information
Group based learning is scheduled in your timetable as a tutorial. Students have the opportunity to meet fellow students and discuss and work on content items for the course. Each IBL session is presented to assist in meeting the learning aims and objectives of the course, including establishing collaborations for the group project. Students report finding IBL beneficial in networking and extending their learning within a small group environment supported by nursing academics in the school, and attendance at all IBLs is expected.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
Course guidelines
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work Assessment Guidelines. Please visit the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work website for information about assessment.