USE AND MAINTENANCE OF DIALYSIS EQUIPMENT PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
DYP154	USE AND MAINTENANCE OF DIALYSIS EQUIPMENT	2	4	2	6

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 explain the technical aspects of hemodialysis and to provide general information about the standard systems and consumables required to perform hemodialysis
Contents of the Course Unit:	Acute and Chronic Kidney Disease Water System Mobile Water System Hemodialysis Machines Hemodialysis Solutions Short Quiz Hemodialysis Dialyzers Hemodialysis Sets and Needles Setting Up a Hemodialysis Machine Short Quiz Na and UF Profiles Dialysis Machine Disinfection Systems Performing Hemodialysis Procedure Practical Exam Practical Exam

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
The student learns about the standard systems found in a hemodialysis center.
They become familiar with the systems and consumables used in hemodialysis (water system, hemodialysis machine, arterial and venous needles and sets, dialyzers, dialysis solutions).
They gain knowledge about dialysis consumables. They learn about single-needle dialysis.
They learn hemodialysis techniques.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Acute and Chronic Kidney Disease	-
2	-	Water System	-
3	-	Mobile Water System	-
4	-	Hemodialysis Machines	-
5	-	Hemodialysis Solutions	-
6	-	Short Quiz	-
7	-	Hemodialysis Dialers	-
8	-	Hemodialysis Sets and Needles	-
9	-	Setting up the Hemodialysis Machine	-
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	-	Short Quiz	-
12	-	Na and Uf Profiles	-
13	-	Dialysis Machine Disinfection Systems	-
14	-	Performing Hemodialysis Procedure	-
15	-	Practice Exam	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
GÖKDOĞAN F (2015). Dialysis Principles and Techniques for Nurses and Technicians, Akademisyen Kitapevi
Daurgidas, J., Blake, PJ., Ing TS.(2020). Dialysis Handbook.(trans.). Semra Bozfakıoğlu, Halil Yazıcı, Yaşar K. Çalışkan. 5th Edition. Güneş Tıp Kitapevi

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

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.					4
2	It conducts occupational health and safety risk analysis.				3
3	It monitors current developments in professional technology.					4

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.						5
2	The student explains the basic concepts related to uremia, fluid-electrolyte balance, and dialysis indications.						5

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.			2
2	It develops appropriate solutions for complications that occur during dialysis.				3
3	He/She follows and effectively utilizes the latest developments in his/her field.					4

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.						5
2	It monitors current developments and clinical protocols in dialysis technology.						5

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.						5
4	Evaluates the data related to the field.					4
5	Identify and solve possible problems related to the field.					4

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.						5
2	He/She acts in accordance with professional ethical principles.						5
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.						5

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.		1

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	3	42
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	14	3	42
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	0	0	0
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	58	0	156