BASIC CARE PRINCIPLES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
DYP151	BASIC CARE PRINCIPLES	1	4	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer İKBAL DEMİRALP
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer İKBAL DEMİRALP
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to understand human beings and their needs; the concepts and definitions of health and illness; and to communicate with and meet the needs of sick individuals.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Basic Concepts in Patient Care, Concepts of Health and Illness Filling Out Forms Taking and Monitoring Vital Signs IV Drug Administration IM Drug Administration SC Drug Administration Preparing Medications Venous and Capillary Blood Sampling Transfusion of Blood and Blood Products Fluids and Intravenous Fluid Infusion Administering Oxygen Therapy to the Patient

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
This describes the place, role, and responsibilities of a dialysis technician within the healthcare system.
They recognize the principles and methods of healthy communication.
It defines fundamental concepts related to patient care.
It identifies behaviors that are and are not in line with ethical principles and values ​​in patient care.
The patient uses critical thinking skills when encountering problems during the care process.
It prioritizes patient safety.
They know how to control infectious diseases and how to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Search	Basic Concepts in Patient Care,	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
2	Literature Search	Concepts of Health and Illness Filling Out Forms,	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
3	Literature Search	Vital Signs Collection and Monitoring	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
4	Literature Search	IV Drug Administration	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
5	Literature Search	IM Drug Administration	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
6	Literature Search	SC Drug Administration	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
7	Literature Search	Short Quiz	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
8	Literature Search	Preparing Medications	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
9	Literature Search	Venous and Capillary Blood Sampling	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature Search	Transfusion of Blood and Blood Products	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
12	Literature Search	Short Quiz	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
13	Literature Search	Fluids and Intravenous Fluid Infusion	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
14	Literature Search	Administering Oxygen Therapy to the Patient	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
15	Literature Search	Practical Exam	Lecture/Discussion-based Lecture, Supporting and Structural Examples, Demonstration, Application
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Final Exam	1	100		Computer-Lab-Practice Exam
TOTAL	1	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It explains fundamental knowledge and concepts related to its field.						5
2	It conducts occupational health and safety risk analysis.				3
3	It monitors current developments in professional technology.		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The student identifies the names and functions of the basic equipment used in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis processes.		1
2	The student explains the basic concepts related to uremia, fluid-electrolyte balance, and dialysis indications.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She effectively applies written and oral communication techniques related to his/her field.				3
2	It develops appropriate solutions for complications that occur during dialysis.			2
3	He/She follows and effectively utilizes the latest developments in his/her field.			2

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses information systems and technical equipment used in professional practices correctly and effectively.				3
2	It monitors current developments and clinical protocols in dialysis technology.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Updates the competencies related to the field with the awareness of lifelong learning and develops himself/herself personally.						5
2	Uses basic knowledge and skills related to the field.						5
3	Interprets data related to the field.				3
4	Evaluates the data related to the field.					4
5	Identify and solve possible problems related to the field.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares professional knowledge effectively, clearly, and understandably with the healthcare team, both in writing and orally.				3
2	He/She acts in accordance with professional ethical principles.					4
3	By embracing the necessity of lifelong learning, they continue their professional developmen						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She follows scientific developments in his/her field by using a foreign language.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	In the processes of recording clinical data related to the field of dialysis, we act in accordance with scientific, cultural and ethical values.					4
2	The dialysis technician fulfills the responsibilities required by the profession.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	14	2	28
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	10	3	30
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	1	1	1
TOTAL	56	0	132