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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
HEM3075 Complementary Care Approach 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: Non-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: To give students the ability of gaining theoretical knowledge and skill with a general point of view about the complementary and alternative treatment methods that are used commonly on healthy and sick individuals, of evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of these methods, and of exploring how they can be integrated into the care practices.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1 Knows the importance of the complementary and alternative treatment practices within the framework of the holistic approach.
2 Being able to classify the complementary and alternative treatment approaches that are commonly used both in Turkey and in the world.
3 Classifies the cognitive-behavioral therapies, mind-body medicine, biology-based therapies, energy therapies, and manipulative and body-based systems.
4 Describes the mechanism of action of the complementary and alternative treatment approaches in nursing care practices.
5 Knows the advantages and disadvantages of the selected complementary and alternative treatment methods.

Course Content

It includes the complementary and alternative treatment approaches (CAT), its definitions and historical development both in Turkey and in the world, and the CAT approaches in cognitive behavioral therapies (group therapies, individual therapies, hypnosis, dance, relaxation exercises, breathing exercises, meditation, yoga), religious approaches, energy approaches (reiki, biotherapy, reflexology, bioenergy, acupuncture), manipulative approaches (massage, acupressure), alternative medical systems (Chinese medicine, homeopathy, chiropractic and Ayurveda medicine), biological approaches (vitamins, multivitamins, aromatherapy), and in drug-plant interactions, nursing care, research and practices.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction of the Course
2) Overview of Complementary and Alternative Treatment Approaches ib the World and in Turkey, Historical Development
3) Cognitive Behavioral Therapies 1
4) Cognitive Behavioral Therapies 2
5) Energy Approaches 1
6) Energy Approaches 2
7) Manipulative Approaches
8) Alternative Medical Systems 1
9) Alternative Medical Systems 2
10) Biological Approaches 1
11) Biological Approaches 2
12) Drug-Plant Interactions
13) Final Decision, Should the CAT Approaches Be Used?
14) Evaluation of the Course

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Haftalık olarak verilecektir.
Course notes will be given weekly.
References: 1.Topuz, E.(2005) Kanserde alternatif ve tamamlayıcı tıp (bilimsel yaklaşım),İstanbul:İletişim yayınları2-Mıcozzi, M.(2011), Fundamentals of complementary and alternative medicine, United States: Saunders Elsevier

2.Mıcozzi, M.(2011), Fundamentals of complementary and alternative medicine, United Stated: Saunders Elsevier

3-Snyder, L. (Ed.) (2007), Complementary and alternative medicine, ethics, the patients and the phsician, United States:humanapress

4-Araz, A., Harlak, H., & Meşe, G. (2007). Sağlık davranışları ve alternatif tedavi kullanımı. TSK koruyucu hekimlik bülteni, 6(2).

5-Kav, S., Hanoğlu, Z., & Algıer, L. (2008). Türkiyede kanserli hastalarda tamamlayıcı ve alternatif tedavi yöntemlerinin kullanımı: literatür taraması. Uluslararası hematoloji-onkoloji dergisi, 18(1).

6-Neldner, K. H. (2000). Complementary and alternative medicine. Dermatologıc clınıcs, 18(1).

7-Papas, S., & Perlman, A. (2002). Complementary and alternative medicine. Medical clinics of North America, 86(1).

8-Turan, N., Öztürk, A., & Kaya, N. (2010). Hemşirelikte yeni bir sorumluluk alanı: Tamamlayıcı terapi. Maltepe Üniversitesi hemşirelik bilim ve sanat dergisi, 3(1).

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
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) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design complex Energy systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering.
6) Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications.
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions.