Post-anaesthetic Care Unit Nursing
This unit of study is designed for registered nurses who are currently working in the post-anaesthetic care setting and wish to consolidate and expand their existing knowledge and skills in this clinical specialty. A systematic approach to clinical assessment and management allows the student to explore all aspects of nursing care, including recognition and management of complications and side effects of anaesthesia and surgical interventions.
Term : APRIL, OCTOBER
Hours of Study: 150
Credit Points : 6
Theme 1: The PACU environment
Discuss the role of the postanaesthetic care unit (PACU) nurse in the delivery of holistic c
Theme 2:Immediate PACU care
Conceptualise systematic clinical assessment processes in the post anaesthesia phase of care
Theme 3: Pain and postoperative nausea and vomiting
Critically reflect on the advanced knowledge and skills required to provide a safe environment in the post anaesthesia phase of care
Theme 4: Intermediate PACU care
Evaluate the evidence-based nursing care required to meet the needs of the adult/child in the post anaesthesia phase of care
Theme 5: Stabilisation and transfer from PACU
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