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
NUR4060	Cancer Care	Fall 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:	English
Type of course:	Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Hybrid
Course Coordinator :	Assist. Prof. SELDA POLAT
Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to provide basic information to guide the student in the care of oncology patient.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
"1 Describe the cancer development process and risk factors that play a role in the development of this disease
2 Be able to define important interventions in cancer prevention
3 Explain the approaches used in the early diagnosis of cancer
4 Explain the approaches used in the diagnosis of cancer and 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 patient and family in completing a good treatment process.
7 Define the roles and responsibilities of oncology nurse in cancer diagnosis and treatment process
"

Course Content

". Explains the roles and responsibilities of the nurse in the care of the oncology patient.
• It covers important theoretical knowledge in the care of oncology patient."

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Oncology Nursing Course
2)	Cancer Problem in the World and Our Country
3)	Primary and Secondary Prevention in Cancer
4)	Diagnosis and Treatment Process in Cancer
5)	Safe Chemotherapy Application
6)	Pain in Cancer Patient
7)	Tiredness in Cancer Patient
8)	Midterm
9)	Treatment-Related Hematological Problems
10)	Treatment-Related Gastro-Intestinal Problems
11)	Treatment-Related Skin Reactions
12)	Sexuality in Cancer Patient
13)	Anxiety - Depression in Cancer Patient
14)	Care of the Patient Approaching Death - Burnout in Caregivers

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	". Evidence Based Care in Oncology Nursing, 2010 Istanbul Consensus, ed. G.Can Nobel Medical Bookstore Ltd. Şti, İstanbul 2010. ISBN: 978-975-420-775-0 • Oncology Nursing. Ed. G. Can, Nobel Medical Bookstores, January 2015, ISBN: 978-605-335-068-2"
References:

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. "	1
2)	To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in Nursing practices.	1
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.	1
5)	To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.	1
6)	"To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. "	1
7)	"To be sensitive to health problems of the community and and to able to offer solutions. "	1
8)	"To be able to use interpersonal and intercultural communication skills effectively in Nursing pratices. "	1
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.	1