Ethicality in Nursing
| Structure Type: | Course |
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| Code: | SHO4A2 |
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| Type: | Compulsory |
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| Level: | Bachelor |
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| Credits: | 2.0 points |
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| Responsible Teacher: | Palo, Raija |
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| Teacher Team: | Majasaari, Hilkka |
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| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
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Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester
| Curriculum | Semester | Credits | Start of Semester | End of Semester |
| SH-2015 |
1 autumn |
2.0 |
2015-08-01 |
2015-12-31 |
| SH-2016 |
1 autumn |
2.0 |
2016-08-01 |
2016-12-31 |
Learning Outcomes
Students base their action as nurses on ethical decisions. They know how to observe ethical principles in their action. They observe professional norms and patient's rights. Students understand the client's rights and involvement in care.
Student's Workload
will be announced in the course implementation plan.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No previous studies are required.
Contents
Ethical decision-making in nursing. The nurse's rights and duties. The patient's rights. Ethical principles in nursing.
Recommended or Required Reading
Leino-Kilpi, H.& Välimäki, M. 2003. Etiikka hoitotyössä. WSOY.
Sorvettula, M. 1998. Johdatus suomalaisen hoitotyön historiaan. Suomen sairaanhoitajaliitto ry.
Current study materials
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Cooperative learning methods, motivating discussion, case studies, simulation, creative methods, online learning, seminar, independent study
Assessment Criteria
Assessment criterias written in the study entity of Client -Centred professional Competence
Assessment Methods
Assignments. Seminar assignment.
Work Placement
Theoretical course
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