NURSING (TURKISH)
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
HEM4060	Oncology Nursing	Spring	2	0	2	6

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	Turkish
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EVİN KORKMAZ
Course Lecturer(s):	Assoc. Prof. İSMAİL TOYĞAR Instructor EMİNE ÖZDEMİR ASLAN
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to provide basic information that will guide the student in the care of the oncology patient.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. To be able to define the cancer development process and the risk factors that play a role in the development of this disease
2. To be able to define important interventions in the prevention of cancer
3. Should be able to explain the approaches used in the early diagnosis of cancer
4. To be able to explain the approaches used in the diagnosis of cancer and the necessary patient preparation
5. Should know the treatment process of cancer and be able to plan the care specific to the needs of the patient
6. Understand the importance of education of the patient and his family in the completion of a good treatment process.
7. To be able to define the roles and responsibilities of the oncology nurse in the cancer diagnosis and treatment process.

Course Content

Clinical oncology nursing covers the major theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Course Introduction, Cancer epidemiology in our country and in the world
2)	Cancer prevention, early diagnosis and etiological factors
3)	Carcinogenesis-cancer formation
4)	Classification and diagnosis methods in cancer
5)	Treatment methods in Cancer
6)	Symptom Management in Cancer-1
7)	Symptom Management in Cancer-2
8)	Midterm
9)	Supportive treatment and applications in cancer
10)	Common cancers and their care-1
11)	Common cancers and their care-2
12)	Approach to the patient and family in the cancer process, Palliative care in cancer
13)	Intensive care and approach to the patient in the terminal period
14)	Professional and legal dimension in Virtual Classroom Oncology Nursing Evaluation of the course

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Ders notları haftalık olarak verilecektir.
Course notes will be given weekly.

References:

1. Can G. (2019). Onkoloji Hemşireliği. Ed. G. Can, İstanbul: Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri. ISBN: 978-605-335-068-2.
2. Onkoloji Hemşireliğinde Kanıta Dayalı Bakım, 2010 İstanbul Konsensusu, ed. G.Can Nobel Tıp Kitapevleri Ltd. Şti, İstanbul 2010. ISBN:978-975-420-775-0.
3. Akdemir N, Birol L. (2019). İç Hastalıkları ve Hemşirelik Bakımı. Güncellenmiş 5. Baskı. İstanbul: Akademisyen Tıp Kitabevi.
4. Karadakovan A, Eti Aslan F. (2014). Dahili ve cerrahi hastalıklarda bakım. Geliştirilmiş 3. Baskı, Ankara: Akademisyen Tıp Kitabevi.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 60
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	2	28
Presentations / Seminar	2	20	40
Homework Assignments	2	20	40
Midterms	1	20	20
Final	1	20	20
Total Workload			148

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To plan and assess nursing care within a holistic approach, in accordance with theoretical and evidence-based practices.	4
2)	To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in Nursing practices.	3
3)	To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.	1
4)	To use Nursing models/theories in health promotion, protection and care.	4
5)	To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.	2
6)	To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community.
7)	To be sensitive to health problems of the community and and to able to offer solutions.	4
8)	To be able to use interpersonal and intercultural communication skills effectively in Nursing pratices.	4
9)	To be able to use healthcare/information technologies in Nursing practice and research.	3
10)	To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.
11)	To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.	2
12)	To take responsibility and lead in events in order to contribute to health services and Nursing profession.	2