Overview

In the intensive care specialisation you will undertake advanced exploration of critical care concepts, including anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and the significance of polypharmacy in critically ill patient. You will develop your understanding of pathophysiology related to ICU-specific pathologies and will strengthen your ability to analyse and evaluate the impact of disease processes, make ethical decisions that are person and family-centred, while providing evidence-based care.

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Completion requirements

This Specialisation consists of 20cp.

Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:

  • NRSG542Intensive Care: Advanced Concepts in the Specialty Critical Care Setting10 CP
  • NRSG543Intensive Care: Principles in Nursing Specialty Practice10 CP

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