NURSING (ENGLISH)
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
NUR3087	Pain Control	Fall	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:	English
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Hybrid
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EVİN KORKMAZ
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to teach basic concepts and theories related to pain, to criticize the situations related to pain and nature and to gain knowledge and skill.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
"Learning Outcomes:
Learn the basic theoretical concepts about pain and nature
Describe the effects of pain on the general health status of the individual and its relation with diseases
Pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments related to pain are applied to the profession and profession
He knows the types of pain, plans and applies necessary education for painful individual and his / her family.
"

Course Content

Basic pain concept, pain types, nursing care

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Definition, content and objectives of the course
2)	Historical factors affecting pain, pain perception and control
3)	Pain epidemiology
4)	Mechanisms of pain
5)	Pain concepts
6)	Classification of pain
7)	Evaluation of pain
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Pain control methods
10)	Pharmacological and nonpharmacological methods in pain treatment
11)	Pain developed due to diagnosis and treatment procedures, postoperative pain
12)	Pain in special situations (cancer, trauma, burns, etc.)
13)	Case Study
14)	Evaluation of the course

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	Eti Aslan F. Ağrı Doğası ve Kontrolü. I. Basım, Avrupa Tıp Kitapçılık Ltd. Şti. İstanbul, 2006.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	1	% 20
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	13	2	26
Study Hours Out of Class	12	10	120
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			150

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. "	5
2)	To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in Nursing practices.	4
3)	To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.	4
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. "	3
7)	"To be sensitive to health problems of the community and and to able to offer solutions. "	3
8)	"To be able to use interpersonal and intercultural communication skills effectively in Nursing pratices. "	3
9)	"To be able to use healthcare/information technologies in Nursing practice and research. "	1
10)	To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.	1
11)	To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.	1
12)	To take responsibility and lead in events in order to contribute to health services and Nursing profession.	2