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The essay is aimed at critically evaluating the content of the artefacts in the portfolio and the importance of using and evaluating evidence-based artefacts when caring for children, adolescents and their families in relation to current Australian nursing practice. This should include the following; • Demonstration of what learning was achieved through the content of the artefacts selected for the portfolio relevant to the chosen essay topic. • Evaluation of evidence and value of the information or message within the chosen artefacts. The essay will demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate the research contained in the artefact portfolio. This will be undertaken whilst discussing the importance/value of the evidence-base for future nursing practice. Please refer to the Criterion referenced rubric for ASSESSMENT TASK 1: CASE STUDY Part A Artefact Portfolio & Part B Essay Criteria for marking Unsatisfactory (0-49%) Pass (50-64%) Credit (65-74%) Distinction (75-84%) High Distinction (85-100%) Total Portfolio – Most artefacts are unrelated or inappropriate to the purpose of the portfolio. Most external links do not connect to the appropriate website. Not presented in an e-portfolio. Less than 5 artefacts presented. At least half of the artefacts are unrelated or inappropriate to the purpose of the portfolio. Many external links do not connect to the appropriate website. Presented in an eportfolio. 5 artefacts presented. Some of the artefacts are unrelated or inappropriate to the purpose of the portfolio. Some external links do not connect to the appropriate website. Presented in an eportfolio. 5 or more artefacts presented. There are some anecdotes describing the included artefact. Most artefacts are related to the purpose of the portfolio. The presentation of the portfolio creates interest. The content of the portfolio is enhanced somewhat in an original way. Most of the external links connect to the appropriate website. Most of the artefacts include anecdotal descriptors. 5 or more artefacts presented. All artefacts are clearly and directly related to the purpose of the portfolio. All of the portfolio navigation links connect to the appropriate website. The presentation is original, enhances the purpose of the portfolio, and creates interest. All artefacts include an accurate anecdotal descriptor of the content. 5 or more artefacts presented. 12.5% Essay Evaluation content –Evaluation relates specifically to the chosen topic. Discussion demonstrates critical thinking and relevant student learning in relation to the topic and to nursing care of the child/adolescent in the chosen topic. Evaluation demonstrates depth of understanding of the main value of evidence based practice. Cites relevant, current sources of learning and cites sources contained in portfolio The essay does not address the chosen topic. The essay summarises the artefact content and does not critically evaluate the information. No clear understanding of the artefacts content in relation to the scenario. The discussion presented is heavily biased or no discussion has been presented. There is no clear argument presented or arguments made are not supported by any evidence. Inappropriate citation of sources and no evidence of artefact use. The essay somewhat addresses the chosen topic. The essay summarises the artefact content with some critical evaluation of the information noted. Some understanding of the artefacts content demonstrated in relation to the scenario. The discussion presented is somewhat biased. There are some arguments presented but few are supported by any evidence. Few appropriate citations used some evidence of artefact use. The essay addresses the chosen topic. The essay demonstrates a sound critical evaluation of some of the artefact content. Demonstrates a clear understanding of the artefacts content in relation to the scenario. The discussion presented is somewhat biased. Many clear arguments are presented and supported by appropriate evidence. Demonstrates evidence of understanding artefact portfolio content. Appropriate citation of sources and evidence of artefact use. The essay clearly addresses the chosen topic. The essay demonstrates breadth of reading and important critical evaluation of the contents of the artefact selected for the portfolio. Clear understanding of the artefact content demonstrated in relation to the scenario. Important discussion points are evident. There are clear arguments and issues presented which are clearly supported by evidence based articles and sources. Appropriate citation of and extensive number of sources and evidence of artefact use. The essay clearly addresses the chosen topic. The essay demonstrates breadth of reading and important critical evaluation of the contents of the artefact selected for the portfolio. Clear understanding of the artefact content demonstrated in relation to the scenario. Outstanding discussion with higher level critical thinking demonstrated. Significant clinical arguments and issues presented which are clearly supported by higher order evidence based articles and sources. Appropriate citation of and extensive number of higher level sources and evidence of artefact use. 62.5% Organisation, Presentation and ReferencingPoor, written presentation & referencing, not at an academic/professional standard. Frequent APA referencing errors. Not submitted via LEO assignment drop box. No declaration of originality. Effective written communication although a number or errors of spelling and grammar. Many APA referencing errors. Submitted via LEO in assignment drop box. Declaration of Originality complete. Effective written communication with few errors of spelling, and grammar. Some APA referencing errors. Submitted via LEO in assignment drop box. Declaration of Originality complete. High standard of written communication with few errors of spelling, and grammar. Minor APA referencing errors. Submitted via LEO in assignment drop box. Declaration of Originality completed Flawless presentation. Referencing is APA. Submitted via LEO in assignment drop box Declaration of Originality completed1, 3, 5, 6, 7 & 8 3, 7, 8, 9urces web page (http://students.acu.edu.au/241467) provides links for each service. ONLINE RESOURCES AND TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS The LEO page for this unit http://leo.acu.edu.au/course/view.php?id=15787 contains further readings/ discussion forums. In addition, for this unit you will be required to use the following technologies: ePortfolio using the Mahara platform. Tutorials for the use of Mahara can be found on the LEO page and via the Library links. TEXTS AND REFERENCES: Required text(s) Berman, A.J., Snyder, S., Levett-Jones, T., Dwyer, T., Hales, M., Harvey, N., Stanley, D. (2012). Kozier & Erb’s fundamentals of nursing (2nd Australian ed.). Sydney : Pearson . or Berman, A.J., Snyder, S., Kozier, B., Erb, G., Levett-Jones, T., Dwyer, T., Hales, M., Harvey, N., Luxford, Y., Moxham, L., Park, T., Parker, B., Reid-Searl, K., & Stanley, D. (2010). Kozier and Erb’s fundamentals of nursing. Sydney: Pearson. (The above text/s are from 1st Year Nursing) Fraser, J., Waters, D., Forster, E., & Brown, N. (2014). Paediatric nursing in Australia:Principles for practice. Melbourne: Cambridge University Press. Recommended references Ball, J., Bindler, R. & Cowen, K. J. (2012). Principles of pediatric nursing: caring for children (5th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson. NRSG257 Child, Adolescent and Family Nursing Unit Outline 201560 Page 12 of 21 Ball, J., Bindler, R., & Cowen, K. (2013). Child health nursing: partnering with children and families (3rd ed.). Boston : Pearson. Barnes, M., & Rowe, J. (Eds.) (2013). Child, youth and family health: strengthening communities (2nd ed.). Sydney: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. Bowden, V.R., & Greenberg, C.S. (2013). Children and their families: the continuum of care (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Glasper, E. A. & Richardson, J. (Eds.). (2010). A textbook of children’s and young people’s nursing (2nd ed.). Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone. Gordon, B.K, Miles, S., McLeod, M., El Ali, M., & Gale, P.L. (Eds.) 2012. Child, Adolescent and Family Nursing. Sydney: Pearson. Haley, C. (Ed.). (2013). Pillitteri’s Child and family health nursing in Australia and New Zealand . Sydney: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Hockenberry, M.J., & Wilson, D. (2011). Wong’s nursing care of infants and children (9th ed.). St Louis: Elsevier – Health Sciences. Klossner, N.J., & Hatfield, N.T. (2010). Introductory maternity & pediatric nursing (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer / Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Kyle, T., & Carman, S. (2013). Essentials of pediatric nursing. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer / Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Further references Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. (2010). Child protection Australia 2008–09. Child welfare series No. 47 Cat. no. CWS 35. Canberra: AIHW. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. (2011). Young Australians: their health and wellbeing 2011. Cat. no. PHE 140. Canberra: AIHW. Copstead, L. & Banasik, J. (Eds.). (2013). Pathophysiology (5th. ed.). Philadelphia, Pa: St. Louis, Mo: Saunders Elsevier. Davidson, M.R., London, M.L., & Wieland Ladewig, P.A. (2012). Old’s maternal-newborn nursing and women’s health across the lifespan (9th ed.). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall. Engel, J. (2006). Mosby’s pocket guide to pediatric assessment (5th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby Elsevier. NRSG257 Child, Adolescent and Family Nursing Unit Outline 201560 Page 13 of 21 Lissauer, T., & Clayden, G.(Eds.) (2012). Illustrated textbook of paediatrics (4th ed.). Edinburgh: Mosby/Elsevier. National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) (2013). The Australian immunisation handbook (10th ed.). Canberra: Commonwealth of Australia. Pink, B., & Allbon, P. (2010). The health and welfare of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. ABS Catalogue No. 4714.0.055.55. Belconnen, ACT: Australian Bureau of Statistics. Santrock, J. (2011). Child development (13th International student ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. Tollefson, J. (2012). Clinical psychomotor skills: assessment tools for nursing students (5th ed.). South Melbourne: Cengage Learning. Extended reading A large number of further references and extended readings are linked within the online learning modules.10-week semester You should anticipate undertaking 150 hours of study for this unit, including class attendance, readings and assignment preparation. NRSG257 Child, Adolescent and Family Nursing Unit Outline 201560 Page 2 of 21 LEARNING OUTCOMES The Bachelor of Nursing (BN), Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse with Diploma in Nursing) (BNENDN), Bachelor of Nursing (Mental Health) (BNMH) and Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Business Administration (BNBADM) course are professional programs that require development of particular attributes for accreditation purposes. These are also included in the Learning Outcomes. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia has Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse. The competency standards developed in this unit are: NMBA Competency Standards: Learning Outcomes: Professional Practice 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 Critical Thinking and Analysis 3.2, 3.3 3, 4, 5, 8, Provision and Coordination of Care 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 7.1 – 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 8.1, 8.2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Collaborative and Therapeutic Practice 9.1 – 9.5, 10.2, 10.3 8, 9 Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to: 1. Outline major health priorities and related strategies for children and adolescents and their families; 2. Explain selected theories of growth and development as they apply to different ages for paediatric nursing practice; 3. Assess growth, development and health of children and adolescents taking account of underlying anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology; 4. Discuss factors contributing to injury in children and adolescents and the role of the nurse and family in injury prevention; 5. Discuss selected issues related to reproductive and sexual health for families; 6. Explain common early intervention and health promotion strategies to promote child and adolescent growth, development and wellbeing; 7. Plan and evaluate safe, holistic, evidence-based nursing care for children and adolescents; (GA6) 8. Develop appropriate evidence-based health education on growth, development and care for children and adolescents in collaboration with others; (GA7, GA8, GA9) 9. Apply selected legal and ethical frameworks in relation to the role of the nurse in child adolescent and family health care settings. (GA3) NRSG257 Child, Adolescent and Family Nursing Unit Outline 201560 Page 3 of 21 GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES Each unit in your course contributes in some way to the development of the ACU Graduate Attributes which you should demonstrate by the time you complete your course. You can view the ACU Graduate Attributes for all courses at http://www.acu.edu.au/204356. All Australian universities have their expected Graduate Attributes – ACU’s Graduate Attributes have a greater emphasis on ethical behaviour and community responsibility than those of many other universities. All of your units will enable you to develop some attributes. On successful completion of this unit, you should have developed your ability to: GA3 apply ethical perspectives in informed decision making GA6 solve problems in a variety of settings taking local and international perspectives into account GA7 work both autonomously and collaboratively GA8 locate, organise, analyse, synthesise and evaluate information GA9 demonstrate effective communication in oral and written English language and visual media GA10 utilise information and communication and other relevant technologies effectively