Abstract

This subject will explore the Caring Science principles and examine ways in which they can be linked to the Clinical Reasoning Cycle and applied to the practice of registered nurses. It will also focus on concepts such as transpersonal care, emancipatory intent and creative problem-solving in diverse settings.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: MODULE 1: WATSON'S CARING SCIENCE. THIS MODULE ENABLES STUDENTS' LEARNING IN RELATION TO THE FOLLOWING: Caritas processes;Core and trim;Caritas literacies;Self-care; andEmancipatory intent. MODULE 2: CLINICAL REASONING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING. THIS MODULE ENABLES STUDENTS' LEARNING IN RELATION TO THE FOLLOWING: Clinical reasoning - the bigger … For more content click the Read More button below. MODULE 3: CONCEPTS AND VALUE ASSUMPTIONS. THIS MODULE ENABLES STUDENTS' LEARNING IN RELATION TO THE FOLLOWING: Concepts and value assumptions that underpin care and transpersonal teaching to stay within the other's frame of reference;Dignity;Hope;Mindfulness;Busyness;Consciousness;Sensitivity;Empathy; andExploring how value assumptions can impact on patient care, and safety. MODULE 4: TRANSPERSONAL TEACHING. THIS MODULE ENABLES STUDENTS' LEARNING IN RELATION TO THE FOLLOWING: Providing kindness and care with people with differing value assumptions, including people from diverse cultures;Case studies of 'difference'; andTeaching focus that explores transpersonal principles such as, diverse environments, sociocultural issues and health literacy.