Overview
Extension of prior knowledge, using case-based approaches covering altered health states, complex pathological processes (including cancers) and autoimmune diseases. Introduction to pharmacological principles, medications and polypharmacy relating to cases and clinical practice.
In this paper students will extend the knowledge gained from Nursing Science 1. The paper aims to integrate chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology knowledge and critically apply these to clinical reasoning and altered health states. Students will develop extensive knowledge of pathophysiological processes and the associated alteration in function, deepening their knowledge of pathophysiology and its relevance to pharmacology.
About this paper
| Paper title | Nursing Science 2 |
|---|---|
| Subject | Nursing |
| EFTS | 0.125 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | 1st Non standard period (3 August 2026 - 4 December 2026) (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,676.50 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- NURS 443 and NURS 445
- Limited to
- MNSc
- Eligibility
- An undergraduate degree in any discipline with at least three years' full-time study and a B average in the final two years of the degree
- Contact
- More information link
- View more information about the Master of Nursing Science (MNSc)
- Teaching staff
Convenor: Dr Kit Doudney
- Teaching Arrangements
Taught face-to-face on the Christchurch campus. Some online attendance may be possible for distance learners.
- Textbooks
Craft & Gordon (2020). Understanding pathophysiology (4th edition). Australia: Elsevier.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate integrated knowledge of the cellular processes underlying categories of diseases
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of pathophysiology and disease processes
- Critically appraise aetiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical manifestations in respect of gender, age and ethnicity and apply this knowledge in practice to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Integrate knowledge of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics and their role in medication administration
- Demonstrate competence with medication calculations
- Critically appraise clinical manifestations of altered physiological states and conditions to inform clinical reasoning and decision making in clinical practice
- Demonstrate clinical reasoning skills integrating bio-science knowledge and relevant research in case-based learning experiences and clinical practice
- Effectively communicate relevant pathophysiological concepts to clients and families/whānau
- Use knowledge of pathophysiology to clearly articulate clinical reasoning in communications with the health care team
- Practise in accordance with the Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies and professional standards
Overview
Extension of prior knowledge, using case-based approaches covering altered health states, complex pathological processes (including cancers) and autoimmune diseases. Introduction to pharmacological principles, medications and polypharmacy relating to cases and clinical practice.
In this paper students will extend the knowledge gained from Nursing Science 1. The paper aims to integrate chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology knowledge and critically apply these to clinical reasoning and altered health states. Students will develop extensive knowledge of pathophysiological processes and the associated alteration in function, deepening their knowledge of pathophysiology and its relevance to pharmacology.
About this paper
| Paper title | Nursing Science 2 |
|---|---|
| Subject | Nursing |
| EFTS | 0.125 |
| Points | 15 points |
| Teaching period | 1st Non standard period (2 August 2027 - 3 December 2027) (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- NURS 443 and NURS 445
- Limited to
- MNSc
- Eligibility
An undergraduate degree in any discipline with at least three years' full-time study and a B average in the final two years of the degree.
- Contact
- More information link
- View more information about the Master of Nursing Science (MNSc).
- Teaching staff
Convener: Dr Kit Doudney
- Teaching Arrangements
Taught face-to-face on the Christchurch campus. Some online attendance may be possible for distance learners.
- Textbooks
- Craft, J., & Gordon, C. (2020). Understanding pathophysiology (4th ed.). Elsevier.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate integrated knowledge of the cellular processes underlying categories of diseases.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of pathophysiology and disease processes.
- Critically appraise aetiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical manifestations in respect of gender, age and ethnicity and apply this knowledge in practice to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Integrate knowledge of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics and their role in medication administration.
- Demonstrate competence with medication calculations.
- Critically appraise clinical manifestations of altered physiological states and conditions to inform clinical reasoning and decision making in clinical practice.
- Demonstrate clinical reasoning skills integrating bio-science knowledge and relevant research in case-based learning experiences and clinical practice.
- Effectively communicate relevant pathophysiological concepts to clients and families/whānau.
- Use knowledge of pathophysiology to clearly articulate clinical reasoning in communications with the health care team.
- Practise in accordance with the Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies and professional standards.