FOUNDATIONS IN CHILDREN’S NURSING MODULE Introducing the module Jeremy

Overall principles Module not designed to be ‘difficult’, it is an introduction; However, it has a lot of breadth; Be sure to look at the past exam papers; Do more than turn up for the sessions, prepare for the sessions and contribute to them;

Teaching principles You are expected to be adult learners The keynote lectures are designed to guide your study – not to tell you everything you need to know Designed to stimulate learning NOT designed to help you pass the exam You should study in the library – if you haven’t tried this yet, consider doing so.

We like you to be: Eager to learn Motivated to study as well as to practice Enthusiastic, vigorous and motivated Eager to address your learning deficits

The web site

It’s here! The module handbook No Hard Copy!

The web site - access The module web site, It is necessary to have access to this; You will need basic IT skills; Tell Jeremy if access problematic; You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader (free):

If you read nothing else - Small range of core textsrange Alan Glasper’s ‘A textbook of children’s and young people’s nursing (or similar) Shaffer’s Developmental psychology Meggitt’s Child development

Assessment Examination – prepare by doing mock exam on website; Details in module guide; Ensure learning in drug calculations, child development, history and …; Ensure you know about what children’s nursing is, where it has been and where it is going, get a general ‘hold’ on current issues in children’s nursing; Exam details (time of exam etc.) are published on the Portal, ask Exam office for clarification.

Your practice Be energetic, enthusiastic, motivated to learn Don’t hide from new opportunities Do embrace your fears Be clear about what it is you want to achieve on your placement Be prepared to be emotionally challenged If you need help – tell someone.

I don’t like it! You should enjoy this module, you should have fun doing it, if you don’t enjoy it – tell me. Jeremy Jolley Dearne 125 (see me anytime, or me to arrange a meeting) Mobile (call or text me anytime)

So.. Enjoy yourself Enjoy the privilege of being a student Enjoy your practice Start to become an amazing paediatric nurse Your module leader: Dr Jeremy Jolley Room 125 Dearne.