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NUR559 - Trauma Nursing

2026

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Nursing

Credit Points

Equivalent Units

Prerequisites

Incompatible

Coerequisites

Must be enrolled in course version {SCNU01, USURN1}

Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

This unit explores the registered nurse's role in caring for the patient who has undergone surgical intervention after traumatic injury. Existing knowledge of anatomy and physiology creates a foundation for examining the kinematics of trauma, patterns and mechanisms of injury and the presentation of conditions that require surgical intervention. Evidence and research will be used to critique best practice person-centred nursing care across a range of traumatic injuries. The unit utilises inquiry-based learning and case studies to explore the physiological response to traumatic injury and surgical interventions.

Important Information

This unit is only available to students enrolled in the USURN1 Graduate Certificate of Surgical Nursing and SCNU01 Master of Clinical Nursing.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Articulate the kinematics of trauma and the patterns and mechanisms of injury that underpin traumatic injuries requiring surgical intervention.
2.	Conduct holistic and comprehensive assessment of patients that require and receive surgical interventions post traumatic injuries.
3.	Critically review and apply evidence to the provision of person centred care for patients who have been provided surgical intervention in response to traumatic injuries.
4.	Collaboratively design and develop a culturally safe person-centred care plan
5.	Critically analyse and justify the care provided to patients post traumatic injuries and associated surgery drawing on contemporary evidence.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Test (20 minutes)	10%	1,2'
2.	Case Study (3000 words)	45%	1,2,3,4,5'
3.	Professional Portfolio (equivalent 2500 words)	45%	2,3,4,5'

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2026	Semester 2	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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OLR: Internet access is required for this unit as students are required to access study materials provided on-line through Learnline. Please log into Learnline on the first day of each teaching period. For more information about Learnline, please click here.

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