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Post-Diploma Certificate in Principles and Science of Medical-Surgical Nursing (PDC1 of Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Medical-Surgical)) aims to prepare the learners in the following:

study key concepts in pharmacology which will form the foundation to understanding the rationale for pharmacological management of clients with complex health problems.
develop skills and knowledge in history taking and physical examination by integrating assessment findings to make appropriate clinical decisions.
apply appropriate evidence-based therapeutic regimes and individualized nursing interventions to clients who are experiencing potential/actual life-threatening conditions, or undergoing surgery for different types of cardiovascular disorders.
apply appropriate evidence-based therapeutic regimes and individualized nursing interventions to clients who are experiencing potential/actual life-threatening conditions, or undergoing surgery for different types of respiratory and neurological disorders.

What You'll Learn

Post-Diploma Certificate in Principles and Science of Medical-Surgical Nursing (PDC1 of Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Medical-Surgical)) covers the following:

Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Medical-Surgical Nursing (45 hrs)
Health Assessment and Clinical Decision-Making (45 hrs)
Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing for Cardiovascular Disorders (60 hrs)
Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing for Respiratory and Neurological Disorders (60 hrs)

Minimum Entry Requirement

Diploma in Nursing from a local Polytechnic or an equivalent qualification;
Singapore Nursing Board registration;
2 years post registration experience with a minimum of 1 year in the discipline of study.

Refer to course website for details – https://nypeservices.nyp.edu.sg/alls/course/cseDetails.jsp?id=HSAF29