OPERAPRA3 Clinical Studies in Theatre Nursing, Level 3 Course description

The course focuses on the application of artificial intelligence in user interfaces, techniques, technologies and ethical consequences.

No formal requirements over and above the admission requirements.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge

The student

• has advanced knowledge of theatre nursing that enables him/her to fulfil the needs of acutely and/or critically ill patients in a vulnerable, critical and life-threatening phase
• has advanced knowledge of infection prevention work
• has in-depth knowledge of how to prepare and use medical equipment and risk factors associated with the use of such equipment
• is capable of analysing problems relating to theatre nursing on the basis of the discipline's history, traditions, distinctive nature and place in society

Skills

The student

• is capable of analysing and taking a critical approach to different sources of information and using them to structure and formulate theatre nursing argumentation
• is capable of initiating treatment in order of priority in accordance with his/her own competence and within the framework of the applicable laws and regulations
• is capable of analysing and taking a critical approach to existing theories and methods in advanced medical treatment and theatre nursing
• is capable of reducing stress, pain and discomfort in connection with advanced medical treatment and theatre nursing
• is capable of making observations and clinical assessments while the patient is under surgical examination and/or treatment
• is capable of acting competently in acute and problematic situations
• The student is capable of independent work on practical and theoretical problem-solving relating to the theatre nurse's functions and areas of responsibility:
  • is capable of observing, assessing and identifying a patient's general and special needs, resources and problems through communication and cooperation with the patient and his/her next of kin
  • is capable of promoting hygienic standards and implementing infection prevention measures at the surgical department
  • is capable of identifying acute situations
  • is capable of checking, preparing and using advanced medical equipment, surgical instruments and equipment used for surgery
  • is capable of preventing complications and prioritising patient safety under any circumstances
  • is capable of preventing injuries in connection with positioning of patients
  • is capable of preventing and treating unintentional hypothermia
• is capable of performing the coordination and sterile field functions of a theatre nurse in connection with surgical examinations and/or treatment
• is capable of critical reflection when making choices and acting in an ethically and legally satisfactory manner
• is capable of ensuring continuity in patient treatment through written and oral documentation
• is capable of documenting, evaluating and quality assuring his/her own work

Competence

The student

• has action competence in the field of theatre nursing
• is capable of analysing relevant ethical issues in theatre nursing based on relevant discipline knowledge, research, experience and patient knowledge
• is capable of initiating treatment in order of priority in accordance with his/her own competence and within the framework of the applicable laws and regulations
• is capable of communicating about issues, analyses and conclusions in theatre nursing, both with specialists and the general public
• is capable of cooperating with members of his/her own profession and across professions in patient treatment
• contributing to new ideas and innovation processes

This course is organized as a series of weekly seminars where students present selected articles covering recent research in intelligent user interfaces, and, when relevant, students provide primers on corresponding user interface issues, artificial intelligence techniques and relevant research methods. The presentation of articles are followed by in-class discussions and practical activities.

The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:

Two individual oral presentations of a research article (45 minutes with questions). One presentation is on an assigned article and the second article is selected by the student.

Participation: There is a minimum 80% mandatory attendance in this course. Students who do not meet this requirement will not be allowed to sit the exam.

Students will work in groups (typically 2-3 students, max 5) on a project. The exam submission will be an individual written project report, 3000-4000 words documenting the project work. Students can work on a project individually at the discretion of the Course Coordinator.

The exam can be appealed.

New/postponed exam

In case of failed exam or legal absence, the student may apply for a new or postponed exam. New or postponed exams are offered within a reasonable time span following the regular exam. The student is responsible for registering for a new/postponed exam within the time limits set by OsloMet. The Regulations for new or postponed examinations are available in Regulations relating to studies and examinations at OsloMet.

All aids are permitted, provided the rules for plagiarism and source referencing are complied with.

Pass/fail

The summative assessment is carried out by a representative of the practical training establishment and a representative of the university. The final decision on whether to award a pass or fail grade is made by the university.