Atoms, molecules and compounds
Module Unit CN-111: Anatomy and Physiology (I) Contact Hours: 60 Module Unit Description: Introduces students to the anatomy and physiology of the human body, covering the structure and function of different body parts and systems, specifically skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and digestive systems. Learning Outcomes for this Unit: By the end of this unit, the student…
Last Office
Last Office (PEX 2.1.9: Perform Last Office) Objectives: Define the term last offices. Perform preliminary steps of last offices. Identify the requirements for carrying out last offices. Prepare the requirements for carrying out last offices. Perform procedure of first phase of last offices. Definition: Last offices (also known as post-mortem care or care of the…
Physical Examination of the Patient
Physical Examination of the Patient (PEX 2.3.3: Perform physical examination of the patient) Objectives: Identify the requirements for assessing the patient. Prepare the requirements for assessing the patient. Carry out assessment of the patient. Define the term nursing process (part of 3.0). State the characteristics of the nursing process (part of 3.0). Describe the components…
Taking History of the Patient
Taking History of the Patient (PEX 2.3.2: Take history of the patient) Objectives: Identify the requirements for assessing the patient. Prepare the requirements for assessing the patient. Carry out assessment of the patient. Definition of Data Collection (from 3.1): Data collection consists of gathering information about the patient in order to develop a “data base”…
Catheterization
Catheterization (PEX 2.1.13: Prepare and perform Catheterization) Objectives: Define the term catheterization. Name the types of catheters according to: Nature of procedure done (e.g., intermittent, indwelling) Types of catheter (e.g., non-retaining, self-retaining, metallic, non-metallic, rubber, plastic) State the indications for catheterization. Identify the requirements for passing a urethral catheter. Prepare the requirements for passing a…
Naso-Gastric Tube and Tube Feeding
Passing Naso-Gastric Tube and Tube Feeding (PEX 2.1.10) Indications for Passing Naso-Gastric Tube: Unconscious patients. After operations in the mouth, pharynx or larynx. Obstruction or stricture of the oesophagus due to inflammation or tumour. Severe dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Babies; too weak to feed or to suck. Severely burnt patients (due to increased metabolic needs or…
Vulva Toilet / Swabbing
Vulva Toilet / Swabbing (PEX 2.1.6: Perform Vulval Toilet (Swabbing)) Objectives: State the indications for vulva swabbing. Identify the requirements for vulva swabbing. Prepare requirements for vulva swabbing. Perform vulva swabbing procedure. Prepare requirements for vulva swabbing. Perform vulva swabbing procedure. Indications: To remove vaginal discharge. To keep the vulva clean and dry. Requirements: A…
Carryout admission transfer and discharge of patients
Topic: Carryout admission transfer and discharge of patients (Topic 2.5, PEXs 2.5.1 – 2.5.3) Admission (PEX 2.5.1: Admit patients) ADMISSION, OBSERVATION AND DISCHARGE OF PATIENTS Admission Is the allowing of a patient(s) to stay in hospital for observation, investigation, treatment and care purposes. Purpose (of Admission): For proper management of the patient’s condition. To assess…
Carry out adequate feeding of patients
Adquate Feeding and Ward Reports Carry out adequate feeding of patients (PEX 1.3.1) Providing adequate nutrition is fundamental to patient recovery and well-being. Nurses assist patients who are unable to feed themselves due to weakness, physical limitations, or medical conditions. Purpose of Assisting with Feeding: Ensure the patient receives adequate nutrition and hydration. Promote comfort…
Perform bladder and bowel care
Perform bladder and bowel care (PEX 1.3.3) Bladder and bowel care is vital for patient comfort, hygiene, and preventing complications like incontinence-associated dermatitis, UTIs, constipation, and fecal impaction. This PEX focuses on demonstrating the skills required to: Assess the patient’s bladder and bowel function (e.g., continence, frequency, consistency). Assist patients with using a bedpan or…