II.

Objectives

General

After three days of exposure in the Pediatric Ward, the student nurses will be able to acquire
knowledge, skills and attitudes related to the disease process and assume the proper role of a
nurse in rendering care to a client of Rheumatic Heart Disease in Failure.

Specific Objectives:

STUDENT-NURSE CENTERED

After 3 days of student nurse-patient interaction, the student nurse will be able to:

1. Discuss the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, respiratory

system and the Pathophysiology of Rheumatic Heart Disease.
2. Describe the patient’s functional patterns, health history and signs and
symptoms manifested.
3. Show potential and existing problems of the patient and the necessary nursing
interventions for each.

PATIENT-CENTERED

After 3 days of student nurse-patient interaction, the patient will be able to:

1. Verbalize adequate information to the student nurse regarding the patient’s

history, health condition, concerns and other relevant data.
2. Discuss actively with the student nurse in implementing the planned nursing
interventions.
3. Demonstrate improved capability in performing activities of daily living.