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Changes in the newborn at birth
Paediatric Nursing I – Page 2: Physiology of the Newborn Learning Outcomes By the end of this section, the learner shall be able to: Explain the major physiological changes a newborn undergoes at birth. Describe the transition from fetal to pulmonary respiration. Detail the changes in the cardiovascular system, including the closure of fetal shunts.…
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Paediatrics Introduction
Paediatric Nursing I – Page 1: Introduction, Terms & Characteristics Learning Outcomes for this Section By the end of this section, the learner shall be able to: Define Paediatrics and related terminologies. Explain the core principles and scope of paediatric nursing. Describe the various roles of a paediatric nurse. State the fundamental rights of a…
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EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND TEACHING AIDS
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND TEACHING AIDS Educational Technology refers to application of scientific knowledge about learning and conditions of learning in order to improve the effectiveness of teaching, learning and evaluation. Examples of educational technology include; Radios Televisions Computers Projectors Printers Internet Social Media Software Packages Purpose of using technology in education 1️⃣ To reach more…
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COMMUNICATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING
COMMUNICATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING Communication🗨️ is a word derived from the Latin word communis or commūnicāre, which means ‘to make common’ or ‘to share’. 🌐 📚 Communication is the act of conveying intended meaning to another person through the use of mutually understood signs and language. OR Communication is the art of transmitting information, ideas,…
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HEALTH AND DISEASE
Nursing Lecture Notes – Personal & Communal Health HEALTH AND DISEASE Health: Health refers to a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Disease: A disease is a specific abnormal condition that affects the body or mind and impairs normal functioning. It is often characterized…
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Dimensions & Determinants of Health
CONCEPT OF HEALTH According to WHO, health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Components/Dimensions of Health According to WHO, the components of health include the following: Physical Health: The state of physical health implies the notion of perfect functioning of…
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Concept of the Community
Concept of the Community Community is a social group determined by geographic boundaries, values, and interests. According to WHO (1974), OR It is a group of inhabitants living together in a somewhat localized area under the same general regulations and having common interests, functions, needs, and organizations. OR A cluster of people with at least one…
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Euthanasia
Euthanasia Euthanasia refers to the practice of intentionally ending a person’s life to relieve pain and suffering. Euthanasia comes from the Greek words “Eu” (good) and “Thanatosis” (death), meaning “Good Death” or “Gentle and Easy Death.” It is often referred to as “mercy killing.” Euthanasia involves ending a person’s life, either through lethal injection or suspension…
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TEACHING METHODS
TEACHING METHODS Teaching methods refer to the regular ways or orderly procedures, employed by the teacher in guiding the learners in order to accomplish the aims of the learning situation. Teaching strategies: refers to methods used to help students learn the desired course content and be able to develop achievable goals in future. Teaching Learning…
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STEPS IN RESEARCH PROCESS
STEPS IN RESEARCH PROCESS Steps in research process consists of a series of systematic procedures that a researcher must go through in order to generate knowledge that will be considered valuable by the project and focus on the relevant topic. To conduct research effectively, you have to understand the research process steps and follow them.…
