Dialysis
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

General course introduction information

Course Code:

DYZ207

Course Name:

Nephrology

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
4	0	4	5

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

Course Level:

Associate

TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Short Cycle

EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Öğr.Gör. MERYEM PAYDAŞ

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The diseases related to the urinary system, especially diagnosis and treatment methods of chronic renal failure, hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and kidney transplantation.To give information about risk factors of kidney failure, prevention, psychological status of patient and family, education.
Course Content:	Ensure the adoption of the principle that the kidney is in the human body. To teach the working principles of the kidney. To have information about kidney diseases and to teach systemic effects.To comprehend the approach and problems of dialysis patient and the importance of dialysis complications and early recognition

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Having basic theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources including current information in the field based on the qualifications gained at secondary level.
2) To gain the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge in the same field at an advanced level or at the same level. - To be able to interpret and evaluate the data by using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, to identify and analyze the problems, to develop solutions based on evidence.
3) Defines the basic knowledge of kidney anatomy and physiology.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Can classify nephrological diseases and identify their main symptoms.
2) Can plan essential interventions for the care of nephrology patients.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) To be able to communicate the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills that are in possession of the field through written and oral communication.
2) Can communicate effectively with nephrology patients and their families by showing empathy.
Learning Competence
1) Follows scientific developments in the field of nephrology and updates oneself accordingly.
Field Specific Competence
1) Can interpret laboratory results in nephrological disorders.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) Fulfills responsibilities individually during the care process of nephrological diseases.

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction and Etiology of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)	Essentials of Nephrology, introduction chapter
2)	Kidney Anatomy and Physiology	Anatomy atlas, physiology textbooks
3)	Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) and Management	KDIGO AKI Guidelines
4)	CKD Staging and Monitoring	KDIGO CKD 2023, clinical cases
5)	Anemia in CKD and Treatment Approaches	Current guidelines for renal anemia
5)	Anemia in CKD and Treatment Approaches	Current guidelines for renal anemia
6)	Mineral Bone Disorder in CKD (CKD-MBD)	KDIGO MBD Guidelines
7)	Cardiovascular Complications and Hypertension in CKD	Hypertension in nephrology articles
8)	Midterm Exam	-
9)	Infections and Immune Dysfunction in CKD	Immunology and nephrology textbooks
10)	Overview of Renal Replacement Therapies (RRT)	Clinical nephrology practice manuals
11)	Hemodialysis and Basic Applications	Hemodialysis clinical protocols
12)	Hemodialysis Complications	Case book for diabetic nephropathy in nursing
13)	Peritoneal Dialysis and Patient Approach	Peritoneal dialysis nursing sources
14)	Kidney Transplantation and Follow-Up	Transplantation and immunosuppression literature
15)	Final Exam	-

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Daugirdas, John T., Blake, Peter G. and Ing Todd S. Diyaliz El Kitabı (S. Bozfakıoğlu, Çev.) Ankara: Güneş

Sever.M.Ş,Ok.Ercan,Başçı.A.;Kronik Hemodiyaliz Hastası Takip ve Tedavi Rehberi
TND yayınları,Eylül 2011İstanbul.

Diyaliz teknikerleri için Nefroloji Kitabı:Ed.Birsen Y,Gökdoğan F.Nesrin.N..Akademisyen Yayın Evi, Ankara,2015.
Nicolas T.Renal Nursing fourt.ed. Çeviri editörü. Karadokovan A.Nobel Tıp Yayınevi,2016.

References:

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	3	4	2	10	5	6	7	8	9
Program Outcomes
1) - To have the theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources which contain current information in the field based on the qualifications gained at the level of central education.
1) Having theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources that contain up-to-date information in the field based on competences gained at the level of education.
2) Gaining the ability to use the same level of theoretical and practical knowledge at the same level in an advanced level of education or in the same field.
2) - To gain the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge in the same field at an advanced level or at the same level. - To be able to interpret and evaluate the data by using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, to identify and analyze the problems, to develop solutions based on evidence.
3) To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to identify and analyze data, to develop evidence-based solution proposals using basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field.
4) To be able to communicate the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills that are in possession of the field through written and oral communication.
5) To be able to communicate the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills that are in possession of the field through written and oral communication.
6) Take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in field related applications. - Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project.
7) To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collection, application and announcement of data about the field.
9) Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project.
12) - Universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values and environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	- To have the theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources which contain current information in the field based on the qualifications gained at the level of central education.	5
1)	Having theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources that contain up-to-date information in the field based on competences gained at the level of education.	5
2)	Gaining the ability to use the same level of theoretical and practical knowledge at the same level in an advanced level of education or in the same field.	5
2)	- To gain the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge in the same field at an advanced level or at the same level. - To be able to interpret and evaluate the data by using the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field, to identify and analyze the problems, to develop solutions based on evidence.	5
3)	To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to identify and analyze data, to develop evidence-based solution proposals using basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field.	5
4)	To be able to communicate the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills that are in possession of the field through written and oral communication.	5
5)	To be able to communicate the thoughts at the level of basic knowledge and skills that are in possession of the field through written and oral communication.	5
6)	Take responsibility as a team member to solve complex and unforeseen problems encountered in field related applications. - Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project.	5
7)	To have social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collection, application and announcement of data about the field.	5
9)	Carrying out activities for the development of employees under the responsibility of a project.	5
12)	- Universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values and environmental protection, occupational health and safety issues.	5

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Expression
Lesson
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	13	4	52
Study Hours Out of Class	15	5	75
Midterms	1	1	1
Final	1	1	1
Total Workload			129