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Course Code: 
NHS 305
Course Period: 
Spring
Course Type: 
Area Elective
Theoric: 
2
Practice: 
4
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
4
ECTS: 
7
Course Language: 
English
Course Coordinator: 
Hediye Arslan Özkan
Course Objectives: 
The aim of the course is to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to provide nursing care in accordance with the aging process and the biological, psychological and social changes that occur in this process.
Course Content: 

Aging and aging process, old age and health problems, physiological and psychosocial health care in elderly care, principles of drug management in elderly, the importance and effects of drug administration, health and social services offered to elderly people in our country, clinical and home care in the elderly.

Course Methodology: 
2. Question-answer 4. Laboratory study 8. Assesment/survey 10. Demonstration 13. Case study /reports 21. Presentation 24. Video demonstration 25. Book and resource sharing 26. Small and large group discussion
Course Evaluation Methods: 
1. Midterm 2. Final exam 5. Field work evaluation 6. Clinical practice evaluation 7.Assignment/reports evaluation 9. Learning diary 14. Performance evaluation

Vertical Tabs

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Outcomes

Teaching Methods

Evaluation Methods

Knows and interprets the basic concepts of the elderly and aging and the health indicators of the elderly in our country.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,14

Explains the duties and responsibilities of nurses in institutions and organizations that care for the elderly.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,14

Applies the health problems/needs of the elderly person and the methods used in health diagnosis.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,16

Uses the principles of comprehensive geriatric assessment and clinical decision making in determining the physiological and psychological state of the elderly individual.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,16,17

Knows the principles of drug management, the importance, and effects of drug administration in the elderly and monitors the changes.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,16,17

Knows the institutions/organizations that care for the elderly and the health and social services offered and cooperates for the benefit of the elderly individual.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,16,17

Develops sensitivity to the individual, spiritual, social, and cultural differences of older individuals.

1,2,3,4,5,6,7

2, 4, 8, 10, 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26

1,2,5,6,7,9,16,17
 

Course Flow

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENT

Week

Topics

Study Materials

1

Introduction to the course syllabus

Explanations on clinical applications

Determination of presentation groups and topics

Introduction to Geriatric Nursing

Communication with older people

Related literature

2

Comprehensive Geriatric Evaluation

Presentation preparations

Related literature

3

Comprehensive Geriatric Evaluation

Presentation preparations

Related literature

4

End-of-Life Care, Values and Beliefs in the Elderly

Group Presentation

Related literature

5

Mental Health in the Elderly

Group Presentation

Related literature

6

Sleep and Rest in the Elderly

Group Presentation

Related literature

7

Nutritional Needs of the Elderly

Group Presentation

Related literature

8

Midterm Exam

 

9

Prevention and management of common geriatric syndromes

Video Case Presentation

Related literature

10

Medical care for the elderly

Video Case Preparation

Related literature

11

Activity and Exercise

Video Case Preparation

Related literature

12

Creating a Safe Environment and Preventing Falls

Ethical Issues and the Elderly

Video Case Presentation

Related literature

13

Neglect and Abuse in Elderly Care

Home Care of the Elderly

Video Case Presentation

Related literature

14

Sample Video Case Presentation

Related literature

15

General Evaluation of the Course

Final Exam

 
 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook
  1. Ülger Z, Erdinçler D, Karan MA; Geriatri: Yaşlı Sağlığı ve Hastalıkları, Hipokrat kitabevi, 2021.
  2. Yıldırım, A. (2021). Sosyal Politika Kapsamında Türkiye’de Yaşlanmaya İlişkin Ulusal Düzeydeki Düzenlemeler. Manas Sosyal Araştırmalar Dergisi, 10(3), 1889-1909.
  3. Çavuş FÖ: Yaşlılara Yönelik Evde Bakım Hizmetlerinin Değerlendirilmesi.H.Ü.Sosyal Bil.Enst. Yüksek Lisans Tezi, Ankara 2013.
  4. Karadakovan A. Yaşlı Sağlığı ve Bakımı. Akademisyen Kitabevi, İstanbul, 2014.
  5. Karadakovan A. Yaşlı Bakım Hemşireliği. Nobel Yayın Dağıtım, İstanbul, 2015.
  6. Kaptan G. Geriatriye Çok Yönlü Bakış. Nobel Tıp Kitabevi, İstanbul, 2016.
  7. Aslan D., Kutsal Yeşim. Güncel Geriatri El Kitabı. Nobel Tıp Kitabevi, İstanbul, 2017.
  8. Kapucu S. Geriatri Hemşireliği. Hipokrat Kitabevi, İstanbul, 2019.

Additional Resources

Database - Clinical Key Student Foundation

Database - Nursing Reference Center

Database - Elsevier Clinical Skills

Ryerson University Virtual Game Simulations
 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING 

Documents

Yeditepe University YULearn, Google Classroom

Assignments

Case reports, video case preparation

Exams

Midterm exam, Final exam, Practice exam
 

Assessment

EVALUATION SYSTEM

IN-TERM STUDIES

Number

PERCENTAGE

Midterm exam

1

30

Clinical practice exam

1

30

Final exam

1

40

Total

3

100

CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE

 

40

CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE

 

60

Total

 

100
 

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES

No

Program Learning Outcomes

Contribution

1

2

3

4

5

1

Gains theoretical and practical basic knowledge, skills and attitudes in nursing. 

 

 

 

 

X

2

It meets the health care needs of the individual, family and society with an evidence-based and holistic approach, in line with the nursing process.

 

 

 

 

X

3

Takes an active role in the health care delivery team.

 

 

 

 

X

4

Performs professional practices in line with nursing values, ethical principles and relevant legislation.

 

 

 

 

X

5

Follows scientific developments in the field by using at least one foreign language effectively.

 

 

 

X

 

6

Gain the ability to communicate effectively, write reports and make presentations.

 

 

 

 

X

7

Gains the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.

 

 

 

 

X

8

Knows the research and publication process for the production of scientific knowledge specific to nursing and takes part in research.

 

 

 

X

 

9

Uses critical thinking and clinical decision making skills in professional practice.

 

 

 

 

X

10

Develops awareness of sensitivity to social and professional problems.

 

 

 

 

X
 

ECTS

 

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION

Activities

Quantity

Duration
(Hour)

Total
Workload
(Hour)

Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x Total course hours)

15

2

30

Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)

15

4

60

Clinical practice

1

2

2

Midterm exam

15

4

60

Clinical practice exam

1

15

15

Final exam

1

2

2

Total Work Load

 

 

169

Total Work Load / 25 (h)

 

 

6,76

ECTS Credit of the Course

 

 

7
 
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