Course description

NURS1007 introduces students to: anatomy, physiology & pathophysiology of the musculo-skeletal and integumentary systems; Nursing care of a minor who has sustained a musculo-skeletal injury, including associated pharmacological management, wound management and family centred care; Legal and ethical issues associated with informed consent of minors, and the legal and safe administration of pharmacological medications in relation to the case scenario; Prevalence and risk factors for musculoskeletal related health issues including cultural and socio-demographic factors, and the health education and promotional strategies that target risk factors.

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