SYKHB3042 Nursing and the Social Sciences 2

Contents and structure

The course provides a further introduction and specialization in the thinking and perspectives of the social sciences. Central subjects are legal, political and organizational frameworks for the patient/client and the practice of nursing. Social, structural and individual factors of importance for the performance of roles are emphasized.

Furthermore preparation for professional roles by showing the challenges and opportunities inherent to the profession and health care are emphasized. The course includes a focus on public health and health promotion. Scientific methodology and ethics are also included in the course.

Practical information

Teaching may take place during the afternoon/evening.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

The Student:

• Has knowledge of the thinking and perspectives of the social sciences.
• Has knowledge of the interaction between different administrative- and treatment levels.
• Has knowledge of the nurse's educational function and its importance for health.
• Has knowledge of the nursing profession in society.
• Has knowledge of the factors affecting the role performance.
• Has knowledge of the nurse's function in the patient care pathway and treatment lines in the health service.
• Has knowledge of the nurse's ethical responsibilities in society.
• Has knowledge of the nurse's leading and administrative function.

Skills

The Student:

• Is able to use knowledge of the perspectives and the thinking of the social sciences that are relevant for nursing.
• Is able to reflect on issues relating to interaction.
• Is able to apply educational knowledge to promote health.
• Is able to apply the ethical reflection model on social ethics problems.

General Competence:

The Student:

• Is able to exchange viewpoints on social development, the health service and the nursing profession and how political constraints may affect nursing practice.
• Shows insight into factors that affect health.
• Has insight into public health interventions that promote health and prevent disease.
• Can discuss the relationship between ethics and sound professional nursing.
• Can independently schedule a nursing project and Bachelor's thesis.

Entry requirements

Passed subjects SYKHB1021, SYKHB1031, SYKHB1022, SYKHB1032, SYKHB2023, SYKHB2033, SYKHB2041, and the practical periods 1 and 2.

Recommended previous knowledge

All preceding courses.

Teaching methods

Focus on student active learning methods. The following working methods may be used:  compulsory work/assignment, individual and group tutorials, self-tuition, reflection, group work, working with projects, secondments, simulations, oral presentation, digital learning tools, classmate response, self-evaluation, seminars, research and evidence based teaching, lectures.

Assessment

Home exam. Graded marks A-F. 

Examination support material

All printed and written supporting materials are allowed.

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