NURSING 2008 - Biology of Human Disease II
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code NURSING 2008 Course Biology of Human Disease II Coordinating Unit Medical Sciences Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 6 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites NURSING 1005 Restrictions Bachelor of Nursing Assessment Online assessments, MCQ, examination Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Bonnie Williams
Course Coordinator: Dr Kent Algate, PhD
Phone: +61 8 8313 36322
Location: Helen Mayo North Building, 241
Course Coordinator: Dr Kencana (Anak) Dharmapatni
Phone: +61 8 8313 5986
Location: Helen Mayo North Building, 612a
Course Coordinator email: bhd@adelaide.edu.au
School Office
Email: medical.sciences@adelaide.edu.au; nursing@adelaide.edu.au
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Apply the principles of normal anatomy and physiology of human body systems to the pathophysiological processes of common health problems. 2 Analyse some of the ways in which human adaptive and compensatory physiological mechanisms are affected by specific pathological conditions. 3 Explain the physiological processes, interactions and controls to maintain homeostasis in the specific areas of; neurological, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary and reproductive pathologies. 4 Discuss the clinical manifestations and nursing management of selected disease processes and health problems. 5 Work in teams to apply theur knowledge to investigate clinical scenarios and discuss pathophysiology concepts. 最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-4 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1-4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1-5 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1-5 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
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3 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
5 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Bullock, S Hales, M, Second Edition. (2018). Principles of Pathophysiology. Frenchs Forest, NSW. Pearson.
Recommended Resources
Norris, T. Tenth Edition (2018). Porth’s “Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States," South Holland, Netherlands, LWW.Online Learning
The online delivery of lectures in this course offers flexibility and enables students to study at their own pace. However, due to the asynchronous nature of the course, it is highly recommended that students are actively participating in course material on a weekly basis so as not to fall behind in course work. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
NURSING 2008 topics are covered through weekly online lectures. Concepts will be reinforced and expanded upon during weekly tutorials throughout the semester. Online revision quizzes spaced throughout the semester are designed to promote regular revision of the material covered in the lectures.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students are reminded that the overall predicted workload for a full-time student (taking 4 x 3-unit courses per semester) is an average of 48-hours per week. This includes contact and non-contact hours and includes general study and time to complete assignments. As NURSING 2008 is a 3-unit course then it is expected that you spend approximately 12 hours per week studying this course. This includes 48 hours of online and face-to-face teaching contact across the semester (lectures, tutorials), along with additional preparation for assessment tasks, tutorials and examinations.
Learning Activities Summary
Module/Lecture Series:
Module 1: Bone and Joint
- Fracture Healing
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoporosis/Osteoarthritis
Module 2: Respiratory/Lung Disease
- Asthma
- Emphysema/Bronchitis
- Pneumonia/Tuberculosis
Module 3: Neurological disorders I
- Meningitis
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Stroke/Traumatic Head Injury
Module 4: Neurological disorders II
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease/Spinal Cord Injury
Module 5: Sexual and Reproductive Pathology
- Bacterial sexually transmitted infection
- Viral sexually transmitted infection
- Female/Male Reproductive pathology
Module 6: Liver and GIT disease
- Cirrhosis/Hepatitis
- Appendicitis/Peritonitis
- Colorectal Cancer & Bowel disease
Specific Course Requirements
The student needs to have passed Biology of Nursing Practice (Nursing 1005) or equivalent courses on normal anatomy and physiology -
Assessment
The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Assessment Type Weighting Online Formative Quiz Formative 0% Online Concept Check Quiz (x2) Summative 15% (7.5% each) SGDE Group Project Summative 20% Mid-Semester Exam Summative 20% Active Tutorial Participation Summative 10% End of Semester Exam Summative 35%
Assessment Related Requirements
Details of assessment items will be found on the MyUni course pages and will be further discussed in class.Assessment Detail
ASSESSMENT 1: ONLINE CONCEPT CHECK QUIZZES
Weighting: 15% (7.5% each for Quiz #1 and #2)
Description: 20 MCQs per quiz to assess concepts from the previous weeks.
ASSESSMENT 2: SGDE GROUP PROJECT
Weighting: 20%
Description: This assignment will examine the ability of students to work in a team to conduct high quality research on a topic related to the pathophysiology of human disease. This assignment provides an assessment of student’s ability to present health information to scientific audiences in a clear, concise and scientific way.
ASSESSMENT 3: MID-SEMESTER EXAM
Weighting: 20%
Description: This test will examine lecture material through MCQs and SAQs from the first half of the semester. Note that a range of questions will be used, which will require students to provide information, apply information in defined settings, and/or integrate knowledge derived from a variety of sources in the formulation of an answer.
ASSESSMENT 4: ACTIVE TUTORIAL PARTICIPATION
Weighting:10%
Description: Students will be awarded 10% for participating in tutorial sessions throughout the semester and being involved in the completion of tutorial exercises and activities.
ASSESSMENT 5: END OF SEMESTER EXAM
Weighting: 35%
Description: The end of semester examination is aimed at ascertaining each student’s grasp of the principles and core course content presented during this course and will be held in the 最新糖心Vlog’s official examination period. It will contain multiple choice and short answer questions that require students to provide information, apply information in defined settings, and/or integrate knowledge derived from a variety of sources in the formulation of an answer. The time allocated will be 120 minutes (including reading time), but many students should be able to complete it in less than this; the additional time is provided to enable planning and review of answers.Submission
Unless otherwise indicated all assignments are to be submitted through MyUni. TurnItin will be used to check student assignments. Students MUST keep an electronic copy of all assignments submitted.
Extensions are generally awarded for no more than 10 working days unless there are exceptional circumstances.
To apply for an Assessment Extension, a student must submit an application for extension form prior to the assessment deadline. You will find this on the School of Nursing Website or use the link provided here.
See the Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment PolicyCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
The 最新糖心Vlog places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the 最新糖心Vlog to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
Feedback from students indicated in 2018 course eSELT has demonstrated some good aspects of the course such as: sufficient but not overwhelming information, online quizzes, combine face to face and online lectures and flipped classroom style. Some concerns indicated by students were: a short semester, need more routine and simplified tutorials and need to ascertain that quiz questions are covered in the lecture handouts. Some changes will be made this year to accommodate student's feedback. From 2019 the course is delivered for 7 weeks. Tutorial questions will be modified to fit into each session. Quiz questions will be more closely associated with lecture handouts. -
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Policies & Guidelines
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- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
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- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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