Course coordinator
Dr Holly Foot
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 16/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Pharmacy School
This course focuses on developing understanding of basic therapeutic pharmacological principles, quality use of medications and the nurse role in safe medication practices. There is an emphasis on mechanisms of action, physiological effects, clinical indication, pharmacokinetics and adverse effects of drugs. A key component is the role of the nurse or midwife in safely administering medications.
Medication management is an important nursing and midwifery activity. Safe practice in the management of medications prevents adverse outcomes. Safe management includes understanding the therapeutic action of drugs, the reason for their use and the effects of their use. Registered nurses and midwives use their clinical judgment to decide if mediations should be given or withheld, commensurate with the person’s health status. Nurses and midwives also have a role in educating patients and consumers about medications. In administering medications registered nurses and midwives must be able to safely administer medications and be accountable for outcomes.
Course requirements
Restrictions
BN, BMid and BN/BMid
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Holly Foot
Dr Wubshet Tesfaye
Tutor
Mrs Kitty St Pierre
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to introduce students to safe medication management practices by developing knowledge in clinical therapeutics and pharmacology and the processes and responsibilities of administering medications.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Explain principles that determine the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs.
LO2.
Discuss how medications administered for their clinical use act on their target(s) to produce both beneficial pharmacological actions and adverse drug reactions.
LO3.
Demonstrate how the mechanisms of actions and clinical use of medications affect the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal, respiratory and nervous systems when administered to patients.
LO4.
Demonstrate the mechanisms of actions and clinical use of antibiotic, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications, guide therapeutic use when administered to patients.
LO5.
Apply the principles that determine the quality use of medicines to patient therapy in healthcare including complementary and alternative medicines.
LO6.
Demonstrate the legal, ethical and professional requirements associated with quality use of medicine are part of safe nursing and midwifery practice.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation |
Inquiry Based Learning Case study
|
15% |
26/08/2024 - 30/08/2024 9/09/2024 - 13/09/2024 30/09/2024 - 4/10/2024
This assessment will be completed during THREE allocated workshop times. |
| Reflection |
Case study reflection video
|
35% |
17/10/2024 1:00 pm |
| Examination |
Online invigilated on campus exam
|
50% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
Assessment details
Inquiry Based Learning Case study
- Team or group-based
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
26/08/2024 - 30/08/2024
9/09/2024 - 13/09/2024
30/09/2024 - 4/10/2024
This assessment will be completed during THREE allocated workshop times.
- Other conditions
- Peer assessed.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
During each workshop students will be working in small groups on an Inquiry Based Learning Case study. These cases will involve exploring the case, identifying any medication related issues and a plan to resolve any issues. Students will need to work together to apply knowledge of clinical therapeutics and pharmacology, as well as applying any legal, ethical and professional practices associated with quality use of medicines to ensure medication safety principles are upheld.
Each group will present to a different group, who will use a peer assessment tool to provide peer assessment and feedback. This will all take place in the workshop. Peer assessment sheets are to be handed in by each group and submitted during the workshop. Each group member will receive the same mark.
There are THREE workshops during this course in weeks 6, 8 and 10. Each peer assessment will be marked out of 5. Therefore, the total weighting of these workshops will be 15%
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submit peer assessment marked sheets during the workshop.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Case study reflection video
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Oral, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Reflection
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
17/10/2024 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
Students will identify a case from their experiential placements that involves medication administration. These cases will be de-identified and presented as a case study and reflective piece. The case study should include relevant background, clinical details, medication history and medications administered. The case study should include reflections and any medication safety and quality use of medication principles. The role of the nurse/midwife in upholding legal and professional qualities should be outlined. The case study and reflections are to be delivered in a power point presentation and a video uploaded using the link provided in Blackboard
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
The case study and reflections are to be delivered in a power point presentation and the video uploaded using the link provided in Blackboard
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
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.
Online invigilated on campus exam
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06
Task description
The online exam will consist of different question types covering all topics presented in PHRM1203. You will be asked questions relating to the application, analysis and evaluation of the learning from the online modules, lectures and workshops. Practice exam sample questions will be made available during lectures and online learning activities during the semester. Further details will be uploaded onto the Blackboard site prior to the exam.
The duration of the exam will be 1.5 hour. You will be advised of the date and time of the exam when it has been scheduled. This is a closed book exam.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 1 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for 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
There is a Black Board Site for this course
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 12 |
Not Timetabled |
Online Learning Each week ( weeks 1 to 12) there will be a series of self directed learning activities, that will include, readings, videos, short answer questions and reflections that cover medication safety, clinical therapeutics, pharmacology and legal aspects of medication administration for nurses and midwives Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Week 2 (29 Jul - 04 Aug) |
Lecture |
Lectorial This will be an interactive lectorial that will consolidate and build on the online learnings in weeks 1 and 2. Attendance is highly recommended Learning outcomes: L01, L06 |
Week 4 (12 Aug - 18 Aug) |
Lecture |
Lectorial This will be an interactive lectorial that will consolidate and build on the online learnings in weeks 2, 3 and 4. Attendance is highly recommended Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L06 |
Week 5 (19 Aug - 25 Aug) |
Lecture |
Lectorial This will be an interactive lectorial that will consolidate and build on the online learnings in weeks 4 and 5. Attendance is highly recommended Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L06 |
Multiple weeks From Week 6 To Week 10 |
Workshop |
Workshop There will be a workshop held in week 6, 8 and 10. You will be assigned to a group and allocated a workshop time. The workshops are 2 hours in length and you will be working in small groups on an Inquiry Based Learning Case. These cases will be peered marked during the workshop. Attendance is highly recommended Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Week 7 (02 Sep - 08 Sep) |
Lecture |
Lectorial This will be an interactive lectorial that will consolidate and build on the online learnings in weeks 6 and 7. Attendance is highly recommended Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Week 9 (16 Sep - 22 Sep) |
Lecture |
Lectorial This will be an interactive lectorial that will consolidate and build on the online learnings in weeks 8 and 9. Attendance is highly recommended Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
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.