Philosophical and Ethical Basics of Nursing
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | SSHP3401 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | SH 2015 / 2015V TH 2015 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Health Care |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2015-2016 / 2016) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Salmu, Marita |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses During the Academic Year 2015-2016
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | S-SH-1A | 2016-01-04 – 2016-06-04 | Marita Salmu | English | 2015-12-07 – 2016-02-10 |
| 2 | S-SH-1B | 2016-03-07 – 2016-06-04 | Marita Salmu | English | 2015-12-07 – 2016-03-11 |
| 3 | S-SH-1C | 2016-01-04 – 2016-06-04 | Marita Salmu | English | 2015-12-07 – 2016-02-10 |
| 4 | S-TH-1A | 2016-01-04 – 2016-06-04 | Marita Salmu | English | 2015-12-07 – 2016-02-10 |
Learning Outcomes
The student
- is able to relate the value ground, the ethical principles and the core concepts of nursing ethics to nursing practice.
- is able to act according the professional legislation and ethical codes as well as to evaluate them in nursing practice.
-respects the human rights
- is able to analyze ethical problems individually
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 54h
- of which scheduled studies: 16 h
- of which autonomous studies: 38 h
The assesment of student's own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
No prerequisites
Contents
Human dignity and human rights
Holistic approach
Ethical theories
ETENE statements
ICN code of ethics
The principles of Nursing
The core concepts of Nursing
Central legislation
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
ETENE documents
ICN code of ethics
Articles presented by the teacher
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures 12 h, groupwork 4 h, seminars 4 h, supported e-learning and learning assignments 6 h
Assessment Criteria
Grade 5
The student
- is able to relate the value ground, the ethical principles and the core concepts of nursing ethics to nursing practice.
- is able to act according the professional legislation and ethical codes as well as to evaluate them in nursing practice.
-respects the human rights
- is able to analyze ethical problems individually
Grade 3
The student
- is able to relate the value ground, the ethical principles and the core concepts of nursing ethics to nursing practice.
- is able to act according the professional legislation and ethical codes and acknowledges them in nursing practice.
-respects the human rights
- is able to discuss ethical problems individually
Grade 1
The student
- is able to relate the value ground, the ethical principles and the core concepts of nursing ethics to nursing practice.
- is able to act according the professional legislation and ethical codes and identifies them in nursing practice.
-respects the human rights
- is able to discuss some ethical problems individually
Assessment Methods
Written assignments passed. Exam 100%.