Welcome to the course NURS 2023 Health of Adults.

 

This Course Outline provides all the information about the course including objectives, assessment requirements, relevant University polices and the course calendar. Please read the Course Outline carefully to ensure you understand what is required of you so you can gain maximum benefit in completing this course.

 

The course is based on Stripling's Model of Inquiry Based Learning, which requires your active preparation and participation. It involves both independent and collaborative work with your colleagues and provides a foundation for future practice as a Registered Nurse.

 

Building on your knowledge and skills from previous courses, this course will also develop your skills of investigation and inquiry as you apply these to models of adult developmental stages.

 
The course duration involves nine weeks of intensive study that will prepare you to care for the adult person with complex health problems. Each week the course will focus on a specific topic and you will need to access and engage with the learning resources available via the Learnonline course site. The learning for each topic will be supported with lectures, tutorials and Horizon Hospital and Health Service (HHHS) workshops.
 
This course is intense and challenging. However, by engaging within the course content both online and in face-to-face session, you will be rewarded with the foundational knowledge to guide safe nursing practice.

 

On behalf of the teaching team we look forward to working with you this study period.

Dr Sue Sharrad

Course Coordinator

 

Dr Joanne Harmon

Associate Course Coordinator

Internal mode includes face to face/in person components such as lectures, tutorials, practicals, workshops or seminars that may be offered at a University campus or delivered at another location. Courses delivered in internal mode may also be offered intensively allowing them to be completed in a shorter period of time. There is an expectation that students will be physically present for the delivery of face to face/in person teaching and learning activities.

Tutorial

Student information

A tutorial can be conducted either in person or online in a virtual classroom. A tutorial is a facilitated group discussion, where your tutor leads analyses of issues and/or more detailed explanations related to the topics provided to you in online resources and/or lectures.

All students are expected to be familiar with relevant lecture content and readings prior to a tutorial and to participate actively in the related activities assigned for preparation. Tutorials may include a range of activities, including problem solving, group work, practical activities, and presentations.

Demonstration/Practical class

Student information

A demonstration/practical class is a session with the primary purpose of demonstrating skills and practising those skills in a supported and guided environment. These classes are critical in developing skills through the application of theory and acquired knowledge in a practical setting.

All students are expected to be familiar with prerequisite knowledge from their program of study, relevant lecture and/or seminar and/or tutorial content, and materials provided and assessments relevant to the demonstration, prior to a demonstration/practical class.All students are expected to actively participate and contribute to the demonstration/practical class where required.

 

 

BIOL 1047 Human Body 1

BIOL 1048 Human Body 2

HLTH 1036 Global and National Health

HLTH 1047 First Peoples' Health

NURS 1061 Experiential Learning Activity: Preparation for Clinical Practice Practicum 1

NURS 1072 Foundations of Nursing Practice

NURS 1073 Health of Older People

NURS 1071 Experiential Learning Activity: Aged Care Practicum 2

All stage 1 courses must be completed

BIOL 2058 Scientific Basis of Clinical Practice

To develop students’ knowledge and skills to assist adults experiencing health problems achieve optimal health outcomes.

On completion of this course, students should be able to:

CO1. Apply pathophysiological knowledge to inform clinical assessment, decision making and management of care for adults with health problems.

CO2. Conduct and document a comprehensive health assessment on an adult.

CO3. Apply current evidence to develop, implement and critically evaluate a person-centred plan of nursing care for adults with health problems.

CO4. Explain intra and interprofessional models of care for the management of adults with health problems.

CO5. Apply pharmacological knowledge and principles in the management of care for adults with health problems.

CO6. Analyse the cultural, legal and ethical considerations related to caring for adults with health problems.

CO7. Apply the principles of healthcare related quality, safety and risk management related to caring for adults with health problems.

Upon completion of this course, students will have achieved the following combination of Graduate Qualities and Course Objectives:

A graduate of UniSA:

GQ1. operates effectively with and upon a body of knowledge of sufficient depth to begin professional practice

GQ2. is prepared for life-long learning in pursuit of personal development and excellence in professional practice

GQ3. is an effective problem solver, capable of applying logical, critical, and creative thinking to a range of problems

GQ4. can work both autonomously and collaboratively as a professional

GQ5. is committed to ethical action and social responsibility as a professional and citizen

GQ6. communicates effectively in professional practice and as a member of the community

GQ7. demonstrates international perspectives as a professional and as a citizen

Adult developmental theories; National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards; NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice; codes of conduct and ethics; legislation and policy for practice; consent; duty of care; advocacy; nursing assessment and management of common acute and chronic health problems affecting adults; clinical decision making; principles of person-centred care; health informatics; health technology; professional communication; care planning and implementation;; evidence-based practice; pathophysiology; hydration and nutrition; fluid and electrolyte balance; peri-operative care; pain management; pharmacology; safe administration of medicines; client and family teaching; mental health; health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’.

9 units

This course will involve the production of audio and/or video recordings of UniSA students. To protect student privacy, you must not at any time disclose, reproduce or publish these recordings, or related material, in the public domain including online, unless the videoed students give consent for reproduction, disclosure or publication. This requirement is consistent with University statutes, by-laws, policies, rules and guidelines which you agreed to abide by when you signed the Student Enrolment Declaration.

Students must seek permission prior to recording any UniSA learning activity. See A-56 Policy Student recording of learning activities (https://i.unisa.edu.au/siteassets/policies-and-procedures/docs/academic/a56_student-recording-of-learning-activities.pdf)

Breaches of this Policy contravene the principles of academic integrity, and attract the penalties provided in the Academic Integrity Procedure (https://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/university-policies/).

Communication with Students
The University’s primary method of communication with students is electronic, through the UniSA student email account and the student portal. For further information refer to Guidelines on Electronic Communications with Students at the following website: Communicating at Uni and on placement and the Social Media Guideline

Student  9.0 unit workload
The assumed student workload for a 9.0 unit course is 35 hours per unit which is 315 hours for a 15 week study period. This equates to approximately 20 hours/week of contact and non-contact hours and includes approximately:

• 15 hours/week for activities such as attendance at lectures, tutorials, HHHS workshops, participation in online activities, self-directed and independent course related reading and reflection to enable deep engagement with the course materials.
• 5 hours/week for researching, further reading and completing course assessments for submission

• NURS 2023 does include on-campus workshops (IBNU Program Note 3)
• Attendance is highly recommended as there are no makeup sessions for missed workshops for study period 2.

For further information refer to Time/workload management at the following website: Academic learning Support- Study Skills

 

Student illness

If you are unwell you should not attend tutorials or scheduled workshops. Please be aware if you are required to obtain a medical certificate students can attend the UniSA Health Medical Clinic if you are unable to get to your own GP in a reasonable time.

Student Access Plans
Student should contact the Course Coordinator before the start of each course if they have a current student access plan and believe they may need to negotiate  adjustments to the course. This includes extending timelines for assessment tasks, predicted absence from course activities or the HHHS. The Student Access Plan and course requirements will be reviewed with a course specific plan developed before the student commences the course.

Horizon Hospital and Health Service Attendance
Horizon Hospital and Health Service (HHHS) sessions are integral to your preparation for clinical placement and development as a safe practicing Registered Nurse.

 

Students are able to access their HHHS scheduled workshop from the Health of Adults Class Timetable (2025)

• NURS 2023 does include  on-campus workshops (IBNU Program Note 3)

Attendance is highly recommended as there are no makeup sessions for study period 2. 

 

Ability to practice in Horizon Hospital and Health Service
If you have sustained an injury during your studies, or you have a disability or allergy that will impact your practice in this environment, you must be cleared or have a clinical plan before you can attend HHHS classes.  

• A full medical clearance to practice in the HHHS is required following injury or surgery. This means you can undertake all activities.
• If you cannot gain a full medical clearance and/or require any accommodations to your practice please see a Disability Adviser by making at appointment at Campus Central  http://www.unisa.edu.au/Disability/Current-students/ for assessment and a plan.
• Please contact your Course Coordinator as soon as possible to discuss your options prior to commencing practice in the HHHS.

Uniforms
Student Uniforms for all Horizon Hospital and Health Service (HHHS) workshops are compulsory. The uniform consists of:

• A blue buttoned shirt with University logo  
• Navy skirt or trousers (black is not acceptable)
• Black, non-porous enclosed shoes (tops of the feet and the heels must be fully covered)
• Name Badge
• Hair is required to be tied up and away from the face
• Minimal or no jewellery is to be worn-- particularly that which may be a cause of spreading infection or pose a hazard to patient's skin
• Long sleeve tops are not allowed. Students who need to wear a long sleeved top for religious or allergy reasons must have permission
• Hooded and sleeveless tops, cardigans or other garments are NOT to be worn over the uniform.

Students who have any questions regarding the uniform requirements are asked to speak with one of the HHHS Clinical Registered Nurses. Refer to the following website for further information and pictures of appropriate uniform: https://lo.unisa.edu.au/mod/book/view.php?id=372996&chapterid=75161
Any variation on the uniform including trouser colour is not acceptable. Students not attired correctly will be asked to leave the Horizon Hospital and Health Service.

Academic staff illness
Academic staff and visiting speakers may be unable to attend their scheduled teaching session due to illness or unanticipated life events. When this occurs the Course Coordinator will make every effort to ensure that the teaching session takes place supported by an appropriate member of staff. In the event that cancellation of the session becomes necessary, students will be notified by email and alternative arrangements made. To avoid an unnecessary journey, as a result of cancellation, students need to routinely check their student emails PRIOR to lectures, tutorials and workshops.
 

There are no textbooks listed for this course.

You will need continual access to the following text(s) to complete this course. 

Medical and Surgical Nursing

Bauldoff, G, Gubrud, P, Carno, M, Levett-Jones, T, Dwyer, T, Moxham, L, Reid-Searl, K, Berry, K, Carville, K, Hales, M, Knox, N & Stanley, D 2024, Lemone and Burke’s Medical-Surgical Nursing. Critical thinking for person-centred care, volumes 1 – 3, 5th Australian edn, Pearson Education Australia, Melbourne.

 

Where possible the Library will make the following  books available for student use. Please check the Library catalogue before purchasing the book(s). The Library will always seek to purchase resources that allow an unlimited number of concurrent users, however availability is dependent on license arrangements with book publishers and platforms. www.library.unisa.edu.au

Fundamentals Of Nursing

Berman, A, Snyder, SJ, Levett-Jones, T, Burston, A, Dwyer, T, Hales, M... & Stanley, D 2021, Kozier and Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing: Concepts, Process and Practice, 7th Australian edition, Pearson Australia, Melbourne, Victoria.

 

Clinical Psychomotor Skills: Assessment tools for Nurses

Tollefson, J & Hillman, E 2022, Clinical Psychomotor Skills: Assessment Tools for Nurses, 8th edition, Cengage Learning Australia Pty Limited, South Melbourne, Victoria.

 

Mental Health
Proctor, N, Hamer, HP, McGarry, D, Wilson, RL & Froggatt, T 2020, Mental Health: A person-centred approach, 2nd edition, Cambridge University press, Melbourne, Victoria.

 

Nursing Course Texts (Recommended)

Bullock, I, Clark, JM & Rycroft-Malone, J 2020, Adult nursing practice: using evidence in care, Oxford University Press, Oxford.

 

Bickley, L, Szilagyi, P, Hoffman, R & Soriano, R 2021, Bates' guide to physical examination and history taking, 13th edition, Wolters Kluwer, Philadelphia.

 

 

All course related materials are available on your learnonline course site which you will be able to access from the ‘my Current Studies’ section in myUniSA (https://my.unisa.edu.au).

Access to Previous Courses
You will have access to your previous course sites for a period of 4 years. After this time, the course sites will be archived and will be unavailable.

Note: Course readings provided via the University Library are only made available to current students and staff due to licensing and copyright restrictions. Students may download their course readings while they are enrolled in the course for their personal research purposes only.

Academic integrity is fundamental to the University of South Australia’s (UniSA) reputation and the credibility of its staff and students. It reflects the university community’s commitment to producing academic work that is , honest, trustworthy, fair, respectful, and responsible, accurately representing the true authorship.

 

At UniSA, we expect students to demonstrate genuine learning, ensuring that their qualifications earned with integrity and are trusted by both students and their future employers. This means students must present work that reflects their own knowledge while accurately acknowledging the contribution and ideas of others. Presenting work without correct citation is considered Academic Misconduct.

 

Academic integrity is supported by government legislation and university policies:

Government Legislation: In Australia, providing academic cheating services to university students is illegal, whether the provider is based in Australia or overseas (refer to Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Amendment (Prohibiting Academic Cheating Services) Bill 2019 - https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2020A00078). “Academic cheating services” includes providing or undertaking work for students, where that work forms a substantial part of an assessment task.

University Policies: UniSA has established and procedures to promote academic integrity and address academic misconduct. More information is available in the Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure (https://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/university-policies/). For instance, electronic submissions by students are checked for plagiarism using Turnitin http://www.turnitin.com, a text comparison tool.

Course Level Guidance: In addition to university-wide policies, your course instructor may provide specific instruction and guidance regarding the use of tools such as translation software, writing aides, or artificial intelligence in completing learning tasks and assessments. If you are ever unsure about what is permissible, it is important to ask your teaching team.

 

To learn more about academic integrity and how to avoid academic misconduct, please refer to the Academic Integrity Module: https://lo.unisa.edu.au/mod/book/view.php?id=252142

The assessment tasks for this course are designed for you to demonstrate your learning.

 

It is important to recognise that information generated by artificial intelligence tools, can sometimes be unreliable, inaccurate, and incorrect potentially hindering your learning and to achievement of the Learning Outcomes.

 

You are responsible for complying with the conditions outlined for each assessment task as detailed in the assessment description. Any use artificial intelligence tools must be ethical, responsible and adhere to the assessment conditions.

 

Using artificial intelligence tools that go beyond the stated assessment conditions will be considered a breach of academic conduct, as per the Academic Integrity Policy (AB-69) - https://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/university-policies/academic/ab-69/

All students must adhere to the University of South Australia's procedures about assessment: http://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/codes/assessment-policies/.

Details of assessment submission and return are listed under each assessment task. Assessment tasks will be returned to you within 15 working days of submission.

 

Cover sheets

 

A cover sheet is not required for assessment tasks submitted via learnonline, as the system automatically generates one.

 

If the Course Coordinator allows submissions in hard copy format, you will be required to attach an Assignment Cover Sheet which is available on the learnonline student help (https://asklearnonline.unisa.edu.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/2222/kw/coversheet) and in myUniSA.

 

Further information on re-marking and re-submission is available in the academic policy, AB-68 P4 Re-marking and Re-submission Procedure

Assessment 1 Nursing case study report (2500 words)

Due Date Monday 31st March @ 12:00 pm 2025
Submission Process Via Learnonline

 

Please note the following vital information:

 

No use of generative Artificial Intelligence  in this assessment ( please refer to NURS 2023 Learnonline course site information).

• Resubmission of any previous assignments from this course or any other course is not permitted.

This assessment will consist of a nursing case study report.
Assessment Aim:
According to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s (2016) Registered nurse standards for practice, nurses need to be able to;

• Think critically and analyse nursing practice (Standard 1),
• Comprehensively conduct assessments (Standard 4),
• Develop a plan for nursing practice (Standard 5),
• Provide safe, appropriate, and responsive quality nursing practice (Standard 6),
• Evaluate outcomes to inform nursing practice (Standard 7).
• Thus, the aim of this assessment is to provide students with an opportunity to analyse and evaluate a clinical case scenario so that the development of critical thinking and reflection is promoted.

In this assessment, students will be required to interpret clinical information and draw upon their knowledge of pathophysiology, the nursing process and evidence-based nursing practice, and articulate new learnings in the case study report.

What you need to do:

For access to additional information about this assignment, please review the learnonline site assessment one nursing case study  [https://lo.unisa.edu.au/course/view.php?id=32459&sectionid=866536 ]

 

Based upon the clinical scenario provided, you will need to construct a case study report. This includes a detailed report of the person’s clinical presentation, nursing management and inter-professional plan of care. The case report will draw upon your knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and relevant academic literature to support an evidence-based nursing plan of care.

• The case report must be presented using the headings provided.

 

A description of the content for each section of the report is located in the  learnonline site assessment one nursing case study [https://lo.unisa.edu.au/course/view.php?id=32459&sectionid=866536 ] . It is important that all sections of the report are conceptually connected. For example, your knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology, and your understanding of this person, should underpin the identified nursing problems. In turn, evidence-based nursing care and interprofessional care that relate to the problems should be clearly discussed and must be relevant to the clinical scenario.

Further information on re-marking and re-submission is available in the academic policy, AB-68 P4 Re-marking and Re-submission Procedure

Assessment 2: Objectively Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
The NURS 2023 OSCE will be conducted during the timetabled HHHS sessions during week 8 of the study period for internal students (and on the final day of the intensive workshop for external students).

Submission:
The OSCE will be completed in-person using the NURS 2023 OSCE-Rubric feedback form and uploaded to the assessment link by the tutor.

What you need to do:
This assessment will require you to demonstrate clinical decision making to conduct a focused physical assessment for the development of a person-centred plan of care for an adult in the simulated environment.

Preparation for OSCE Success:
In order to prepare for success in the OSCE, you are encouraged to attend the weekly HHHS workshops.

Objectively Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)

 

For access to additional information about this assignment, please review the learnonline site assessment two OSCE [https://lo.unisa.edu.au/course/view.php?id=32459&sectionid=866537] 

The allocated tutor will observe you conducting a focused physical assessment on one allocated patient within the timetabled HHHS simulation session. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of the physical assessment skills and the clinical findings by responding to tutor-directed questions.

 

Examples of focused physical examination for NURS 2023 OSCE:

• Respiratory assessment,
• Cardiovascular assessment,
• Neurovascular assessment,
• Neurological assessment,
• Gastrointestinal assessment,
• Pain assessment.

Extension and Resubmission:
Extensions and resubmissions will NOT be available for this assessment item.

Students who are unable to attend the OSCE, due to unexpected / exceptional circumstances or medical circumstances at the time of the assessment, may be provided with the opportunity to re-sit this assessment. As per AB-68 P2 Variation to Assessments Procedure, ’for unexpected or exceptional circumstances’, supporting documentation must be provided.

 

• Following the provision of evidence, any negotiation for this assessment item will be with the course coordinator.
  
  

Students by virtue of presenting to the HHHS workshop or their scheduled OSCE assessment in uniform, are confirming that they are ready and prepared for being assessed.

 

Remarking

Eligibility to complete this assessment is verified by all students once they have declared their Fitness for Practice Declaration in the recording. Therefore, retrospective requests for remarking/reassessment are NOT available.

All failed assessments are moderated by the NURS 2023 Health of Adults teaching team as per AB-68 P4 Re-marking and Re-submission Procedure.

Further information on re-marking and re-submission is available in the academic policy, AB-68 P4 Re-marking and Re-submission Procedure

 

Exam

For the exam, students will be instructed to sign off on an academic integrity declaration that will be included at the beginning of the exam.

  

For access to additional information about this assignment, please review the learnonline site assessment three Exam [https://lo.unisa.edu.au/course/view.php?id=32459&sectionid=866539]. 

• It will be important to read the additional information provided on the learnonline course site in preparation for your exam.
• The examination will be completed online in the form of an online quiz.
• Students can access the exam via the exam link of the NURS 2023 Learnonline course site.

Access to the online quiz will commence at the start time of the scheduled exam.

The examination will be conducted during the examination period at the end of the study period and the exam timetable has been published via Campus central. Students should ensure that all days in this time frame (including Saturdays) are kept free until the exam period is concluded. Students can access the Exam Timetable via the following link Study Period 2 Exam Timetable

As per the usual process, ensure that you do check the exam timetable for any changes prior to the exam date. Any information that is misinterpreted as a result of being advised of exam details verbally will not be accepted as a valid reason or sufficient cause for absence from an exam.  

Duration of Examination

2 Hours

Examination Format

The exam will consist of 80 multiple choice questions (MCQs) to assess knowledge, understanding and application of all course topics. The exam will also include 10 medication calculations that will include oral, intravenous, subcutaneous medication and Intravenous fluid and blood calculations (MCQ format). There is only one (1) correct answer for each question. Marks will be awarded for correct answers and each MCQ is worth one (1) mark.

Students who are not 100% accurate in the medication calculations will be contacted by the course coordinators and encouraged to undertake further individual work in order to meet the required RN competence for safe administration of medicines in the future.

This examination is not invigilated.

Students can choose the locations of where to complete the online exam. Make sure the venue is quiet, well-lit and ventilated.

Locations for where students may select to complete this examination could include:

• Home setting
• On-campus

 

Students who select to come to a campus to complete the examination have the following options:

• Computer pools/barns at each campus (not bookable).
• Designated quiet spaces in metropolitan campus libraries during the exam period (not bookable).
• Please note that on-campus spaces will not be supervised.

Students who select to come on campus are encouraged to arrive an hour before your exam is due to start to locate a space and get set up.

Marking Criteria and Standards

Marks will be awarded for correct answers. There is only one correct answer for each question. The marks for each question will be indicated in the exam paper. Students must achieve a minimum of 50% to pass the exam.

Exam Preparation

Please refer to the Learnonline content and contact the Student Engagement Unit for further information about the exam and preparing for this assessment item:

Technical issues during exam:

Students who experience any technical issues which impact their ability to complete the online exam should contact the IT Helpdesk. This includes issues related to:

• Internet connection and/or;
  Computer performance

When raising an issue, please note the specific details of the technical issue, including time and any screen shots or other evidence to support the request. The IT Helpdesk can be contacted on the following phone numbers:

• Local: (08) 8302 5000
• Interstate & Country: 1300 558 654 (cost of a local call)
• International: (+61 8) 8302 5000 (we can call you back to minimise your call costs)

Please do not hang up, even if placed on hold, as a service ticket will be raised once the call is answered. This service ticket will be the evidence of an issue occurring. Once the issue has been resolved it is recommended to continue with the online exam unless advised otherwise.

Deferred Examination:

Applications for deferred examinations are approved in accordance with AB-68 P2 Variations to Assessments Procedure

The feedback proforma is available on your course site.

 

Please note: Students may be asked to complete an academic integrity declaration for written assignments in this course. This information will be found on the assignment instructions on the course site.

 

Submission of previously submitted assessments to this course, or those submitted to other UniSA courses is not permitted for resubmission in this course

 
Extensions to assessment tasks will follow the University of South Australia Assessment Policies and AB-68 P2 Variations to Assessments Procedure - Extension to complete an assessment task.

All assessment extensions requests must be: submitted via the Learnonline site to the Course Coordinator lodged before the date/time the assessment item is due include a valid reason for the extension request supported with documentary evidence as detailed in the Assessment Policies and Procedures. (see below)
Reasons for request Documentary Evidence

 

• Medical or compassionate circumstances as outlined in the AB-68 P2 Variations to Assessments Procedure
•  Other unexpected or exceptional circumstances as outlined in the AB-68 P2 Variations to
  Assessments Procedure

Requests for an extension of more than seven days will only be granted under extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of the Course Coordinator and relevant Program Coordinator
and/or Program Director.

 

• Late applications for an extension for an assignment will not be considered.

The only exception to this is where the student can provide evidence of unexpected or exceptional circumstances as detailed in the AB-68 P2 Variations to Assessments Procedure for example being unexpectedly hospitalised as evidenced by a medical certificate.

 

The following examples are NOT grounds for requesting an extension:

• Assessment tasks in another course due within a similar timeframe;
• Computing problems;
• Work commitments;
• Social commitments such as recreation leave, domestic or international travel; and
• scheduled clinical placement/s.

 

There are no additional assessment requirements identified for this course.

Feedback

• Will normally be provided within 10 working days, but no longer than 15 working days following the deadline for submission of the assessment task.
• Is provided for all summative assessment tasks (excluding final examinations).
• Feedback will include comments in response to key components of the task and/or a summary comment.
• A marking rubric will be provided as feedback for Assignment 1 Case Study and Assignment 2 OSCE 

 

Marking process will reflect the requirements Assessments Policy and Procedures

 

Late Submissions of Assignments

Late submission of assignments will result in a penalty. The penalty for late submissions will be:

 

1. a deduction of 10 marks per day or part day, for each day that the assignment is late up to a maximum of 5 days.

2. assignments more than 5 days late will not be marked and will be assigned a zero grade inclusive of non-graded pass work.

Example 1:

If you submit a paper one and a half days late you will receive a penalty of 20 marks Your paper will be marked and the 20 marks will be deducted from the mark which you would have obtained if your paper was submitted by the due date. A paper which was given a mark of 70/100 but was submitted 2 days late will receive a final mark of 50.

Example 2:

A paper due 11.45pm on Monday and submitted after 11.45pm on Saturday will not be marked and assigned a zero grade. Considerations of unexpected or exceptional circumstances are as per AB-68 P2 Variations to Assessments Procedure

 

 

This course includes a non-invigilated online exam as part of the assessment. You will receive advanced notice of the scheduled online exam. All exams will be scheduled in South Australian time. You are required to sit your examination online at the scheduled South Australian date and time irrespective of any conflict with planned holiday or special event or regular work commitment, including students sitting in other time zones in Australia or internationally. (Examination Procedure A3 http://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/codes/assessment-policies/).

Please refer to Procedure AB-68 P3.1 Section A.3.,p.1

Deferred assessment or examination is available for this course.

Supplementary assessment or examination offers students an opportunity to gain a supplementary pass (SP) and is available to all students under specific conditions unless supplementary assessment or examination has not been approved for the course.

Specific conditions and further information is available in the Variations to Assessment Procedure. http://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/codes/assessment-policies/

Supplementary assessment will be available for this course.

Special consideration is available for this course.

Details for which variation may be considered are discussed in the Variations to Assessments Procedure (http://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/codes/assessment-policies/). Variation to assessment in unexpected or exceptional circumstances should be discussed with your course coordinator as soon as possible.

More information about variation to assessment is available in the Variations to Assessments Procedure (http://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/codes/assessment-policies/).

 

Students with disabilities or medical conditions please refer to Students with disabilities or medical conditions.

Students with disabilities or medical conditions or students who are carers of a person with a disability may be entitled to a variation or modification to standard assessment arrangements. See the Variations to Assessment Procedure at: http://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/codes/assessment-policies/ and Policy C7 Students with Disability at: https://i.unisa.edu.au/policies-and-procedures/university-policies/corporate/c-7/

 

Students who require variations or modifications to standard assessment arrangements must first register for an Access Plan with the UniSA Access & Inclusion Service. It is important to contact the Access & Inclusion service early to ensure that appropriate support can be implemented or arranged in a timely manner.

 

Students who wish to apply for an Access Plan must book an appointment with a UniSA Access & Inclusion Advisor by contacting Campus Central or via the Online Booking System in the Student Portal. For more information about Access Plans please visit: https://i.unisa.edu.au/students/student-support-services/access-inclusion/

 

Once an Access Plan has been approved, students must advise their Course Coordinator as early as possible to ensure that appropriate supports can be implemented or arranged in a timely manner.

 

Students are advised there are also strict deadlines to finalise Access Plan arrangements prior to examinations. Further information is available at: http://i.unisa.edu.au/campus-central/Exams_R/Before-the-Exam/Alternative-exam-arrangements/

Students are encouraged to complete an online course evaluation myCourseExperience which will be available to students at the end of the study period.

 

• Assessment tasks have been revised and clarified in response to student feedback.
• An orientation video for the HHHS has been included.
• A resource folder and video has also been included as a guide to OSCE success.
• The HHHS patients now align to each weeks pathophysiology.

Student feedback will continue to be welcomed and will lead to improvements to the future offerings of this course, so your participation is appreciated.

 

The information below show the suggested alterations/considerations for assessment items and exam dependent on the duration of the unplanned  outage

 

less than 1 hour outage. No impact on either assessment or examination

 

1 to 4 hour outage.     Assessment  - Consider an extension. Examination - No impact.

 

4 to 24 hour outage.     Assessment - 24 hour extension. Examination - Be mindful of outage when marking

 

Over 24 hour outage.   Assessment - 48 hour extension. Examination- Be mindful of outage when marking