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Course Code: 
NHS 303
Course Period: 
Autumn
Course Type: 
Core
Theoric: 
4
Practice: 
8
Lab: 
0
Credits: 
8
ECTS: 
11
Prerequisite Courses: 
Fundamentals of Nursing I
Course Language: 
English
Courses given by: 
Hediye Arslan Özkan
Course Objectives: 
The course provides knowledge and skills for students to evaluate reproductive health problems in the world and in Turkey and influencing factors within gender equality framework and ethical consideration, health evaluation according to the woman's life stage; gynecological problems, prenatal-birth-in the postnatal period of mother-fetus health promotion. The students develop the necessary knowledge and skills to plan appropriate nursing care within the framework of evidence-based approaches to early diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation in cases where health is deviated from normal.
Course Content: 

Reproductive health, rights and problems, Gender, Reproductive health policies Effects on public health. Female and male reproductive system structure and functions, Pregnancy Formation and Intrauterine Development, Genetic counseling and Preconceptional care, Health problems related to pregnancy and pregnancy, Normal birth and Reproductive health and infections, gynecological cancers, Gynecological oncology and other gynecological problems and nursing care practices.

Course Methodology: 
1. Question-answer 2. Laboratory study 3. Assesment/survey 4. Demonstration 5. Case study /reports 6. Presentation 7. Virtual game simulation 8. Video demonstration 9. Book and resource sharing 10. Small and large group discussion
Course Evaluation Methods: 
1. Midterm 2. Final exam 3. Clinical practice evaluation 4.Assignment/reports evaluation 5.Quiz 6. Case evaluation 7. Care plan evaluation

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program

Outcomes

Teaching Methods

Assessment Methods

Understands the importance of reproductive health in our country and in the world, associates it with women's and family health.

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12

Understands and evaluates the importance of considering and evaluating reproductive health and women's health throughout life.

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12

Relates female and male reproductive system anatomy and physiology

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12

Gains theoretical knowledge about pregnancy, birth and postpartum period.

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12

Gains theoretical knowledge about gynecological diseases (climacteric, infections, bleeding, oncological problems, etc.) and analyzes care needs

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12,22,23

Gains knowledge and skills about family planning and assisted reproductive techniques, evaluates training/counseling roles

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12,22,23

Becomes aware of the care and practices related to the formation of pregnancy and intrauterine development.

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12,22,23,

Discusses preventive and curative care initiatives for the health of mother and baby during and after birth

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12,22,23

Understands the characteristics of nursing care, education and counseling specific to the climacteric period.

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12,22,23

Pelvic pain, bleeding, infection etc. Develops awareness about planning and implementation of necessary care in oncological and gynecological problems.

1-10

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

1,2,6,7,12,22,23
 
 

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT

Week

Topics

Study Materials

1

Approach to Lifelong Women's Health and Reproductive Health Issues

Related literature

2

Approach to Lifelong Women's Health and Reproductive Health Issues

Related literature

3

The Structure and Function of The Reproductive System

Physiology and endocrinology in the reproductive system

Related literature

4

Pregnancy and Intrauterine Growth Formation

Related literature

5

Genetic Counseling and Preconceptional Care 

Prenatal (Antepartum) Period and Care Practices

Related literature

6

Pregnancy Problems (Risk Situations) and Nursing Care

Fetal Health Assessment-non Invasive and Invasive Methods

Related literature

7

Pregnancy Problems (Risk Situations) and Nursing Care

Fetal Health Assessment-non Invasive and Invasive Methods

Related literature

8

Care for Labor and Labor Related Problems

Related literature

9

Postpartum Period of Maternal and Neonatal Care

Related literature

10

Postpartum Period of Maternal and Neonatal Care

Related literature

11

Infertility and Family Planning Nursing

Related literature

12

Climacteric Period’s Problems and Care

Related literature

13

Gynecological Diagnosis - Tests and Methods, Treatment Methods and Nursing Care

Infections, Pain and Bleeding in Gynecology, Urogynecology Problems

Related literature

14

Gynecological Benign Formations, Gyneco-Oncology and Care Approaches

Related literature

15

Final Examination, Course evaluation

 
 
 
 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook
  1. Arslan Özkan H, Bilgin Z: Kanıta Dayalı gebelik ve Doğum Yönetimi, Ankara Nobel Kitabevi, 2019,
  2. Arslan Özkan H: Hemşirelik ve Ebelik İçin Kadın Sağlığı ve Hastalıkları, Akademisyen Kitabevi, 2019, Ankara
  3. Coşkun A. M. (Ed.) Kadın Sağlığı ve Hastalıkları Hemşireliği El Kitabı. Koç Üniversitesi Yayınları. 2012, İstanbul.
  4. Yeşilçiçek Çalık K, Coşar Çetin F (Ed.) Normal Doğum ve Sonrası, Ankara nobel Tıp Kitabevi,2021
  5. Taşkın L: Doğum ve Kadın Sağlığı Hemşireliği XI. Baskı. Sistem Ofset Matbacılık, 2012, Ankara.
  6. McKinney ES, James SR, Murray SS, Nelson KA, Ashwill JW: Maternal-Child Nursing, Fifth Edition,         Elsevier, 2018, St.Louis.

Additional Resources

AWHONN

CETAD

Kadın Sağlığı Hemşireliği Dergisi

Türkiye Klinikleri Kadın Sağlığı Dergisi

ACOG Guidelines

RCOG Guidelines

WHO Guidelines

Database - Clinical Key Student Foundation

Database - Nursing Reference Center

Database - Elsevier Clinical Skills

Database - Visible Body - Anatomy & Physiology 3D

Ryerson University Virtual Game Simulations
 
 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING

Documents

Yeditepe University Yulearn

Assignments

Case reports

Exams

Midterm exam, Final exam, Clinical evaluation
 

 
 

Assessment

ASSESSMENT

IN-TERM STUDIES

NUMBER

PERCENTAGE

Midterm exam

2

30

Clinical practice evaluation

1

30

Final exam

1

40

Total

4

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

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

4

60

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

15

4

60

Clinical practice

15

8

120

Midterm exams

2

2

4

Clinical practice evaluation

2

15

30

Final exam

1

2

2

Total Work Load

 

 

276

Total Work Load / 25 (h)

 

 

11.04

ECTS Credit of the Course

 

 

11
 

 
 
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