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Health Assessment and Clinical Decision-Making (45 hrs) The module provides learners with an in-depth knowledge and skills of health assessment to develop their abilities to perform systematic assessment for clinical decisions and interventions. Advanced Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Paediatric Nursing (60 hrs) This module provides an in-depth study of general and systemic pathophysiology followed by further knowledge of pathophysiology processes related to paediatric nursing. Learners should be able to integrate the pathophysiological knowledge gained with the various clinical presentations and complications of disease states. In addition, learners will study key concepts in advanced pharmacology which will form the foundation to understanding the rationale for pharmacological management of patients with complex health problems. The advanced knowledge from this module will provide a sound basis for advanced nursing practice. Psychosocial Perspectives of Paediatric Nursing (30 hrs) This module equips the students with the psychosocial perspective to enhance their understanding of the child, adolescent and family in the delivery of quality nursing care in the hospital and community settings. It also includes basic theory and skills of counseling to prepare advanced practice nurses to manage challenging situations in practice.

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