Overview
Aims
To equip students with comprehensive knowledge of acute and chronic cardiovascular pathologies and evidence-based qualified nursing interventions.
To train students in recognizing cardiac emergencies, administering safe therapeutic regimens, and utilizing diagnostic tools effectively.
To instill professional competencies in interprofessional collaboration, patient education, and secondary cardiac disease prevention.
Course contents
1. Qualified Nursing Care in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
2. Qualified Nursing Care in Bronchial Asthma.
3. Qualified Nursing Care in Pneumonias and Pulmonary Suppurations.
4. Qualified Nursing Care in Pleurisies and Bronchopulmonary Cancer.
5. Qualified Nursing Care in Acute Rheumatic Fever.
6. Qualified Nursing Care in Valvular Heart Diseases.
7. Qualified Nursing Care in Ischemic Heart Disease and Angina Pectoris.
8. Qualified Nursing Care in Acute Coronary Syndrome.
9. Qualified Nursing Care in Acute Coronary Syndrome (Continuation) and Atrial Fibrillation.
10. Qualified Nursing Care in Endocarditis.
11. Qualified Nursing Care in Arterial Hypertension.
12. Qualified Nursing Care in Arteriopathies.
13. Qualified Nursing Care in Venous Thrombosis.
14. Qualified Nursing Care in Heart Failure.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, students will be able to: understand etiology, pathophysiology, and diagnostic criteria for major cardiovascular diseases; recognize clinical manifestations, warning signs, and complications of cardiac conditions; interpret basic diagnostic tests (12-lead ECG, cardiac biomarkers, chest X-rays); formulate individualized qualified nursing care plans for complex cardiovascular patients; apply safe protocols for cardiac drug administration, oxygen therapy, and patient monitoring; communicate effectively regarding cardiac rehabilitation, lifestyle changes, and prevention.
Assessment
Assessment: Lecture (50%): MCQ exam on theory & clinical reasoning. Lab (50%): Practical/scenario exam (40%) + active semester participation (10%). Criteria: Theory mastery, clinical skills & protocol application, continuous group engagement.