- Docente: Giovanni Lorenzo Scotto
- Credits: 1
- SSD: MED/45
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Midwifery (cod. 6064)
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from Jan 15, 2026 to Jan 26, 2026
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module, the student has the ability to apply knowledge and understanding in relation to basic care practice in the medical-surgical area.
Course contents
Health needs, nursing theories, and care models
Assessment of health and illness: Data collection, physical examination, observation, and inspection.
The chain of infection transmission: main diseases, routes of spread, precautions to implement, and PPE.
Vital signs measurement, pain monitoring, and blood glucose monitoring.
Preparation and administration of therapy: routes of administration and proper use of medical devices.
Administration of blood components
Clinical documentation and information handover
Intestinal stomas and urostomy
Drainage systems and management
Teaching methods
Lecture, laboratory activities, group work, demonstration of equipment and recording tools
Assessment methods
Learning assessment takes place through a final exam that verifies the acquisition of the expected knowledge and skills in patient care through an oral and practical test, which includes 2 theoretical questions on the main topics covered during the lessons, and the execution of one of the techniques practiced during the practical exercises.
The test will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- knowledge, mastery, and in-depth understanding of the content
- correct execution of practical techniques according to the guidelines
Teaching tools
Mannequins and materials for practical simulation.
Computer and projector
Office hours
See the website of Giovanni Lorenzo Scotto