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Course Paper - Topicalities in the Industry
Study Course Description
Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:5.00
Study Course Accepted:23.08.2023 08:46:47
| Study Course Information | |||||||||
| Course Code: | MDAK_347 | LQF level: | Level 6 | ||||||
| Credit Points: | 2.00 | ECTS: | 3.00 | ||||||
| Branch of Science: | Clinical Medicine; Health Care | Target Audience: | Nursing Science | ||||||
| Study Course Supervisor | |||||||||
| Course Supervisor: | Līga Ēriksone | ||||||||
| Study Course Implementer | |||||||||
| Structural Unit: | Department of Nursing and Obstetric Care | ||||||||
| The Head of Structural Unit: | |||||||||
| Contacts: | Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, mdak rsu[pnkts]lv, +371 67061568 | ||||||||
| Study Course Planning | |||||||||
| Full-Time - Semester No.1 | |||||||||
| Lectures (count) | 5 | Lecture Length (academic hours) | 2 | Total Contact Hours of Lectures | 10 | ||||
| Classes (count) | 11 | Class Length (academic hours) | 2 | Total Contact Hours of Classes | 22 | ||||
| Total Contact Hours | 32 | ||||||||
| Study course description | |||||||||
| Preliminary Knowledge: | Successful mastering of the study course and use of obtained knowledge, skills and competencies requires knowledge in study courses of Nursing Studies: Evidence-based care and professional activity of nurses, Introduction to library use, Medical terminology in a foreign language, Clinical care, Public health, General psychology and understanding of the scientific papers created in the study process. | ||||||||
| Objective: | The purpose of the study course is to provide students of the Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) with theoretical knowledge on latest developments in the field and to develop practical skills in selecting, analysing and evaluating information sources and the information obtained from them. To improve understanding of critical thinking, and to form scientifically justified decisions when using it. To develop skills in creation of overviews of scientific literature. | ||||||||
| Topic Layout (Full-Time) | |||||||||
| No. | Topic | Type of Implementation | Number | Venue | |||||
| 1 | Latest developments in nursing practices and development of the profession in the context of globalisation. Research activities of nurses – basis for creation of evidence-based practices. | Lectures | 1.00 | E-Studies platform | |||||
| 2 | Global healthcare perspective. Global public health – work experience of nurses in different populations, digital health projects, innovative technologies, social justice in healthcare, marginal groups and their limited access to healthcare services, healthcare organisation in the event of sudden health problems, incidence of infectious and non-infectious diseases, etc. | Lectures | 1.00 | E-Studies platform | |||||
| 3 | Critical thinking and development of critical thinking skills. Critical thinking in decision making in nursing practices. Possibilities of searching for evidence and tactics used – selection of literature. | Lectures | 1.00 | E-Studies platform | |||||
| 4 | Evaluation of evidences. Conformity of evidence to criteria and research hierarchy. Making of argumented decisions. Skills of nurses to independently evaluate clinical justification in the decision-making process. | Lectures | 1.00 | E-Studies platform | |||||
| 5 | Creation of reports – process of analysis and synthesis of literature. Quoting. Development of evidence-based arguments and correct conclusions. | Lectures | 1.00 | E-Studies platform | |||||
| 6 | Presentation – “Prospects and novelties of healthcare in nursing practices”, based on studies of latest scientific literature and healthcare development prospects. | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 7 | Use of database and electronic resources. Basic principles of searching for electronic information, e-resources and search engine subscribed by RSU. Scientific literature and its processing. Plagiarism in papers of students. Bibliographic references, RSU’s requirements for presentation of bibliographic references. | Classes | 1.00 | computer room | |||||
| 8 | Evaluation of the quality and reliability of websites used for searching of information sources. | Classes | 1.00 | computer room | |||||
| 9 | Argumentation of clinical decision-making. Scientifically justified PRO and CON arguments in actual problem matters. | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 10 | Resolution of clinical situation tasks based on scientific literature. E-test to check theoretical knowledge. | Classes | 1.00 | E-Studies platform | |||||
| 11 | Creation of an information material (information sheet / booklet) on topical problems in public health or healthcare based on latest scientific literature. Presentation of the informative material (information sheet / booklet). | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 12 | Mind map – focus of the problem aspect. Selection and formulation of a topic. Topicality of the topic, argumented by research, statistical data, insights from guidelines. Justification of the problem. Development of problem context and argumented scientific justification. | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 13 | Creation of a literature overview for a research paper. Quoting. Summary. | Classes | 2.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 14 | Forming of constructive conclusions based on the analysis of literature and data. | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| 15 | Preparation and publication of a scientific report. Good practices for creation of presentations – effective reflection and presentation of research data. | Classes | 1.00 | auditorium | |||||
| Assessment | |||||||||
| Unaided Work: | To study materials of lectures and classes appended to the study course, as well as recommended literary sources, when preparing for classes. To prepare a work assignment corresponding to the planning of classes. The knowledge obtained during the course is tested using a multiple-choice test, which students complete in the E-studies environment after they master lectures. Skills are learned and assessed by performing independent work tasks in the E-studies environment, in the auditorium. Students do the following independent work: • Draft a presentation based on latest literature and latest developments in the sector “Prospects and novelties of healthcare in nursing practices”. • Search for information sources (publications) in databases and electronic resources, in parallel evaluating that resources meet the criteria. • Develop scientifically justified, evidence-based “Pro” and “Con” arguments in problem matters related to the sector on a specific topic. • Solving of clinical situation tasks. • Creation and presentation of an informative material on a selected, relevant topic. • Creation of a mind map for the selection of the problem aspect and formulation of the research topic. During the final test the student prepares a Course Paper in Word and presents it in PowerPoint – a written, analytical literary overview on publicly important topics relevant for the profession, describing argumented topicality of the topic, formulating the research objective and forming an overview of scientific literature with a section of correct conclusions based on results. The course paper should be prepared in accordance with the requirements on preparation of research papers. Independent work tasks, multiple-choice test for testing theoretical knowledge, the course paper are organised in accordance with the instructions in the E-studies. | ||||||||
| Assessment Criteria: | Participation of students in classes and compliance with the methodology of performed works, as well as skills to explain the results obtained in literary analysis and to make conclusions in accordance with the reviewed and analysed results are evaluated. The work tasks performed are assessed as follows: • Completion of a multiple-choice test is evaluated automatically in the E-study environment in accordance with the RSU Academic Regulations I, where the lowest passed assessment is 55% (4 points). • Independent learning tasks are assessed with Pass / Fail, in accordance with the RSU Academic Regulations I. • The course paper is assessed in a 10 grade system in accordance with the RSU Academic Regulations I, where the lower successful assessment is 4 points. Detailed assessment criteria for each test are published in the E-studies. | ||||||||
| Final Examination (Full-Time): | Defence (Semester paper) | ||||||||
| Final Examination (Part-Time): | |||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | |||||||||
| Knowledge: | After completing the study course, the student will be able: • To name and describe the significance of evidence-based practice in the work of nurses and in the process of caring for patients. • To describe the research problem, its topicality. • To identify and define the problem and to show critical thinking skills relevant for searching for a solution. • To name information search resources and to recognise solutions relevant for the clinical situation. • To be familiar with sources of information. • To think in generalisations and creatively. | ||||||||
| Skills: | After completing the study course, the student will learn how: • To integrate research results in nursing practices. • To use evidence-based professional information. • To evaluate latest evidence-based research and to integrate it in care work in accordance with the clinical situation. • To follow the development of latest medical technology and scientific achievements. • To integrate innovation in nursing practices. • To evaluate the importance of critical thinking in patient care. • To identify and define the problem. • To study the situation, to summarise information and to evaluate data. • To propose, analyse and evaluate alternative solutions, to make conclusions and to make decisions. • To assume liability for the decisions made and actions. • To identify the most important matters and main reasons in complex situations. • To evaluate own professional improvement, to evaluate its impact on practice. • To search for and process information. • To convincingly formulate and make oral and written arguments in accordance with the context. • To use good design principles when creating presentations and preparing reports. | ||||||||
| Competencies: | After completing the study course, the student will be independently able: • To implement evidence-based care, using research methodology and terminology. • To use evidence-based achievements in nursing practices. • To ensure the quality and development of nursing practices. • To constantly evaluate, maintain and improve own knowledge and skills. • To get involved in the process of transformation of healthcare. • To logically argument, discuss, present own point of view, express own opinion in a logical way and obtain necessary information. • To convincingly and critically (safely) use information technologies. • To use critical thinking in decision-making. • To cooperate in research and projects in the field of health care and social welfare. • To find and use information to solve unconventional problems. • To use obtained skills in the work process of a nurse. • To be aware of the importance a good scientific report and the design of presentation of results. • To use obtained skills in promoting the development of the profession. | ||||||||
| Bibliography | |||||||||
| No. | Reference | ||||||||
| Required Reading | |||||||||
| 1 | Lekciju un nodarbību materiāls. | ||||||||
| 2 | Zinātniskā rakstīšana un pētījumu rezultātu izplatīšana. Mārtinsone K., Pipere A. (2019) Rīga: RSU | ||||||||
| 3 | Pētniecība. Teorija un prakse. Mārtinsone K., Pipere A., Kamerāde D. (2016) Rīga: RaKa | ||||||||
| 4 | Uz pierādījumiem balstītas medicīnas resursi - labāko pierādījumu meklēšana un izmantošana. Mācību materiāls informācijpratībā. Znotiņa I. (2014) Rīga: RSU | ||||||||
| 5 | Medicīnas informācijas pamatu apgūšana elektroniskajos resursos. Mācību materiāls informācijpratībā. Spila D., Znotiņa I. (2014) Rīga: RSU | ||||||||
| 6 | Resilience in facing professionalism challenges. Levinson W, & Ginsburg S, & Hafferty F.W., & Lucey C.R.(Eds.), (2014) Understanding Medical Professionalism. McGraw-Hill. | ||||||||
| 7 | Ārvalstu studentiem/ For international students: | ||||||||
| 8 | Sines, D. (2013) Community and Public Health Nursing. | ||||||||
| 9 | Ervin, Naomi E. (2018) Advanced Public and Community Health Nursing Practice: Population Assessment, Program Planning and Evaluation. | ||||||||
| 10 | Craft-Rosenberg, M., Krajicek, M. (2017) Guidelines for Nursing Excellence in the Care of Children, Youth and Families. | ||||||||
| 11 | Kerzner, H. (2013) Project management: a systems approach to planning, scheduling, and controlling. Ebook Central | ||||||||
| Additional Reading | |||||||||
| 1 | Evidence - Based Practice. Available from: https://www.nurse.com/evidence-based-practice | ||||||||
| 2 | Evidence - Based Nursing. Available from: https://ebn.bmj.com/ | ||||||||
| 3 | Papathanasiou, I. V., Kleisiaris, C. F., et.al. (2014). Critical thinking: the development of an essential skill for nursing students. Acta informatica medica : AIM : journal of the Society for Medical Informatics of Bosnia & Herzegovina : casopis Drustva za medicinsku informatiku BiH, 22(4), 283–286. | ||||||||
| 4 | Chien L. Y. (2019). Evidence-Based Practice and Nursing Research. The journal of nursing research : JNR, 27(4), e29. | ||||||||
| 5 | Guerrero, Jefferson. (2019). Practice Rationale Care Model: The Art and Science of Clinical Reasoning, Decision Making and Judgment in the Nursing Process. Open Journal of Nursing. 09. 79-88. 10.4236/ojn.2019.92008. | ||||||||
| Other Information Sources | |||||||||
| 1 | Hughes RG, editor. Patient Safety and Quality: An Evidence-Based Handbook for Nurses. Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (US); 2008 Apr. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2651/ | ||||||||
| 2 | The Nurse's Role in Global Health. Available from: https://academicpartnerships.uta.edu/articles/healthcare/nu… | ||||||||
| 3 | Emerging Global Health Issues: A Nurse’s Role. Available from: https://ojin.nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/ANAMarketp…- Issues.html | ||||||||
| 4 | A Global Profession. Available from: https://magazine.nursing.jhu.edu/2010/08/a-global-professio… | ||||||||
| 5 | Majid, S., Foo, S., Luyt, B., et.al. (2011). Adopting evidence-based practice in clinical decision making: nurses' perceptions, knowledge, and barriers. Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA, 99(3), 229–236. | ||||||||
