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| Unit | FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES |
| NURSING PR. | |
| Code | HML240 |
| Name | Infectious Diseases Nursing and Epidemiology |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. FERİT KUŞCU |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MÜJDE KERKEZ
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to enable nursing students to understand the epidemiology of infectious diseases, the chain of transmission, prevention strategies, and infection control principles; and to acquire the professional competence to plan evidence-based nursing care at the individual, family, and community levels.
Course Content
Introduction to infectious diseases, infectious disease agents, infectious disease, clinical features of infectious diseases, findings-indication, control, protection, hand hygiene, immunization, epidemiology of infectious diseases, airborne, water and food, via skin and mucosa, , Blood and blood products and zoonotic infections, hospital infections and management, risk groups in infectious diseases, infectious diseases in international health, data sources and internet use
Course Precondition
none
Resources
Ercan Şahin, N. (2023). Infectious diseases and nursing care. Nobel Academic Publishing. Görak, G., Savaşer, S., & Yıldız, S. (2018). Infectious diseases nursing. Nobel Medical Bookstores. World Health Organization. (2021). Immunization Agenda 2030: A global strategy to leave no one behind. United Nations. (2015). Transforming our world: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Notes
Ercan Şahin, N. (2023). Infectious diseases and nursing care. Nobel Academic Publishing. Görak, G., Savaşer, S., & Yıldız, S. (2018). Infectious diseases nursing. Nobel Medical Bookstores. World Health Organization. (2021). Immunization Agenda 2030: A global strategy to leave no one behind. United Nations. (2015). Transforming our world: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development..
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | It explains the basic concepts and epidemiological characteristics of infectious diseases. |
| LO02 | It analyzes the components of the infection chain; plans and implements evidence-based nursing interventions to prevent transmission at the individual, family, and community levels. |
| LO03 | It evaluates the principles of immunization and their importance for public health in light of evidence-based information and monitors current developments through a lifelong learning approach. |
| LO04 | It applies care approaches for respiratory, digestive, contact, and vector-borne diseases in accordance with evidence-based guidelines and safe care principles. |
| LO05 | It assesses and manages zoonotic and disaster-related infection risks in accordance with evidence-based approaches and risk management principles. |
| LO06 | It describes strategies for preventing healthcare-associated infections in line with evidence-based guidelines and links them to safe care practices. |
| LO07 | It discusses the role of surveillance systems in infectious disease control in light of evidence-based data and monitors current systems using a lifelong learning approach. |
| LO08 | It plans preventive health programs for community education in line with evidence-based approaches and supports them with sustainable learning strategies aimed at improving community health literacy. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the structure and functions of the cells, tissues, organs and systems that make up the human body and the relations of these systems with each other. Explains the structure and physiological functions of healthy and sick individuals, defines deviations from health, plans appropriate nursing interventions. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The individual applies advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of health, in accordance with basic human needs, to provide nursing care to individuals, families, and communities. | 4 |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Using evidence-based scientific knowledge, ethical principles, and effective communication techniques, the individual applies the appropriate nursing process within the framework of their roles and responsibilities to promote and protect health. | 5 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Evaluates the developments related to nursing by using scientific methods. Knows the ways of benefiting from evidence-based applications in meeting the health care needs of healthy and sick individuals | 5 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows how to use the learning and teaching process in nursing services | 4 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows how to use health policies, health legislation and management process in nursing services, duties, authorities and responsibilities | 3 |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the methods related to the production of scientific knowledge. Knows how to use scientific problem solving method | 3 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific, cultural values and professional ethical principles | 4 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It contributes to the establishment of health policies and to the health level of the society. | 4 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Take responsibility for solving professional problems | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develop a positive attitude towards lifelong learning in the awareness of learning needs. Participates in activities that contribute to personal development in scientific, social, and cultural fields (such as national projects supported by TÜBİTAK, professional events, university social clubs, etc.)." | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility as an active member of the team in health-related practices | 4 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | In addition to his professional development, he develops himself / herself by determining learning needs in scientific, social, cultural and artistic fields in accordance with his / her interest abilities. Follows developments in their field using a foreign language and applies them in their professional practices. | 3 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses information and communication technologies required by the field. | 2 |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Determines nursing care priorities in situations such as natural disasters, epidemics, etc., that affect public health on a large scale, and takes an active role in crisis management. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to infectious diseases, definitions and concepts. | This course examines the basic concepts related to the definition of infectious diseases, the chain of infection, and routes of transmission. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Epidemiology of infectious diseases | Review of current resources on the epidemiology of infectious diseases, global disease burden, and strategies for prevention within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (2021–2030). | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Infection Process and General Characteristics of Infectious Diseases | Review of fundamental and current resources on the stages of the infection process (agent, host, environment), the infection chain, and the general characteristics of infectious diseases. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Immunization services | Reviewing current and evidence-based resources on the scope of immunization services, types of vaccines, national immunization programs, and the control of vaccine-preventable diseases. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Immunization services and the Expanded Immunization Program | The study includes examining Goal 3 of the Sustainable Development Goals 2030, reviewing the Ministry of Health's Expanded Immunization Program guidelines, and examining current and evidence-based resources on the National Immunization Program and the control of vaccine-preventable diseases. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Respiratory tract infectious diseases and nursing care (Common cold, influenza, measles, rubella, mumps, chickenpox, scarlet fever, whooping cough, diphtheria, pneumonia, meningitis, tuberculosis, SARS) | Review of current national and international evidence-based resources on the epidemiology, transmission routes, clinical characteristics, and nursing care approaches of respiratory infectious diseases. Review of the Ministry of Health's Infectious Diseases Guide. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Airborne diseases and nursing | This study examined the national-level Infectious Diseases Surveillance and Control Guide published by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and the publications of the General Directorate of Public Health of Turkey regarding infectious diseases transmitted through the digestive tract; as well as the Foodborne Diseases Burden Epidemiology Reference Group (FERG) reports prepared by the World Health Organization at the international level, and fact sheets on cholera, Hepatitis A, and poliomyelitis. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Contact-Related Diseases and Nursing Care (Tetanus, Trachoma, Head Lice Infestation, Scabies, Leprosy, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, HIV/AIDS) | Review of national guidelines and control programs published by the Turkish Ministry of Health and the General Directorate of Public Health regarding infectious diseases transmitted through contact; as well as current guidelines prepared by the World Health Organization at the international level for tetanus, trachoma, HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Zoonotic Diseases and Nursing Care (Rabies, Toxoplasmosis, Cystic Echinococcosis, Brucellosis, Anthrax, Covid-19) | Review of international guidelines related to the One Health Joint Plan of Action (2022-2026), developed under the leadership of the World Health Organization, which addresses the interaction between human, animal, and environmental health within the framework of the One Health approach and emphasizes multi-sectoral cooperation. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Vector-Borne Diseases and Nursing Care (Malaria, Zika Virus Disease, Dengue Fever, Sandfly-borne Diseases, Lice-borne Diseases, Epidemic Typhus, Tick-borne Diseases, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever, Lyme Disease) | Review of national guidelines published by the Turkish Ministry of Health and the General Directorate of Public Health regarding Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, malaria, and other vector-borne diseases; as well as current international guidelines prepared by the World Health Organization regarding malaria, dengue, Zika, and other vector-borne diseases. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Infectious Diseases and Nursing Care in Disasters | Review of current guidelines and reports on infection control, surveillance, and outbreak management in disasters at the Turkish and international levels. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Healthcare-Associated Infections and Surveillance System | Review of the Infectious Diseases Surveillance and Control Principles Regulation and related guidance documents published by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey regarding the monitoring and control of infectious diseases. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Prevention and Outbreak Control of Infectious Diseases | Review of the Ministry of Health Surveillance Guide. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Health Education and Ethical Issues in Infectious Diseases | Analyzing case examples prepared in accordance with patient rights, the Nursing Regulations, and professional ethical principles, and evaluating ethical dilemmas. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,00 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||