Course Title: Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5365 Diploma of Nursing

Course Title: Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 60

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Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

HWSS6066C

City Campus

TAFE

174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Face-to-Face or Internet or Workplace

Term1 2020,
Term2 2020,
Term1 2021,
Term2 2021

HWSS8149C

Bundoora Campus

TAFE

174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science

Face-to-Face or Internet or Workplace

Term1 2021

Course Contact: Queenie William (BU) / Rebecca Rose-Moore (CTY)

Course Contact Phone: Queenie: 99252346

Course Contact Email: queenie.william@rmit.edu.au / rebecca.rose-moore@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and respond to instructions; to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology.

It applies to individuals who apply a broad range of competencies in various medical administration contexts. They may exercise discretion and judgment using appropriate knowledge to provide technical advice and support to a team.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None




National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

Elements:

1. Respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology

2. Carry out routine tasks

3. Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication


Learning Outcomes


Overview of Assessment

Assessment may include online quizzes, written assignments and laboratory activities