Gerontological NursingLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

Students
- can plan, implement and evaluate the family-oriented nursing of the elderly in various operating environments
- can support gaining and preserving welfare, health and functional capacity of the elderly

Content

Changes related to ageing
Assistive nursing methods of the elderly
Possibilities of health and welfare technology
Functional capacity and evaluation of resources
Participation of family and significant others in the care of the elderly
Gerontology and geriatrics

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Evaluating competences evaluation criteria competent/intermediate level is used.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student
- can search for knowledge resourcefully utilizing sources of the field and uses the knowledge base of the field
- is familiar with the knowledge base and core components of the profession
- has adequate professional skills to work in the profession
- can work in a client-oriented way
- solves professional tasks and problems
- works safely and in accordance with the ethical principles of the field
- displays competence benefitting groups or projects
- is able to evaluate personal strengths and weaknesses and development needs