Course description

NURS1006 introduces students to: anatomy, physiology & pathophysiology of the respiratory system; Nursing care of adults with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), who have developed acute respiratory infections, including associated pharmacological management; Legal and ethical issues associated with informed consent for adults and the legal and safe administration of pharmacological medications in relation to the case scenario; Environmental health legislation related to smoking in public places and the marketing of tobacco; Prevalence and risk factors for respiratory related health issues, including cultural and socio-demographic factors, and the health education and promotional strategies that target risk factors.

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