Actual application of the theories, principles and concepts of clinical nursing practice to groups of clients in varied settings to refine nursing skills in the chosen area of nursing specialization.
Intended learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
1.Differentiate the role of the surgical nurse preoperatively and postoperatively
2.Describe the activities needed to prepare clients for surgery
3.Discuss the principles of Aseptic Technique
4.Discuss the nursing assessment of the perioperative phase and emergency situation
Mental skills:
1.Recognize critical areas when assessing peri-operatively using the nursing process
2.Prioritize nursing interventions in the perioperative care of a client
3.Obtain comprehensive information for accurate assessment of health status
4.Assess and classify clients according to priority needs to determine appropriate nursing care
5.Interpret data and formulate workable nursing care plan
Scientific and professional skills:
1.Obtain a comprehensive data for an accurate assessment of health status
2.Demonstrate nursing procedures efficiently..
3.Render a safe, comprehensive nursing care to patients
4.Utilize varied methods of obtaining pertinent data through effective communication skills
General skills:
1.Performs task promptly and efficiently, is resourceful and innovative
2.Respond effectively to unexpected or emergency situation
3.Maintain a safe working environment
4.Demonstrate professionalism and good public relation with others.
5.Establish a good working relationship with client, significant others, and members of the health team
