1.1.1 The steps of the advocacy process are explained correctly.
1.1.2 Policies and procedures for the protection of clients are identified or created.
1.2.1 Health care in the primary health care environment is planned and managed according to the scientific method of nursing and within the scope of ethical norms.
1.3.1 Management of health issues will demonstrate knowledge of legislation applicable to the primary health care environment.
1.3.2 Professional legislation is applied and interpreted appropriately.
2.1.1 Data is obtained through history taking and examination to reach differential diagnoses.
2.2.1 Ability to prescribe drugs rationally.
2.2.2 Referral of clients in need, to the multidisciplinary team members for their specialised care.
2.2.3 Differentiate between conditions that need referral and those that can be treated at the primary level.
2.2.4 Appropriate first aid care is demonstrated in emergency situations.
2.2.5 Health care is managed within the framework of primary, secondary and tertiary levels of prevention and according to the scientific method and within the scope of ethical norms.
2.2.6 The community resources identified for utilisation in the various contexts are relevant in terms of clients needs.
2.2.7 Ability to keep records of all client-interventions done.
2.5.1 The knowledge of an correct use of relevant community resources is demonstrated, e.g. as may be required in a case study of an individual or family.
Nursing interventions demonstrates an understanding and an appreciation of the psycho-social, cultural and spiritual variables influencing health care within the South African context.
2.5.2 To deal with the crisis of the individual, family and community.
3.1.1 Policies and procedures appropriate for the protection of the health of the community are identified or created.
3.1.2 An acceptable policy for a specific primary health care context is debated. E.g. Sexually transmitted Diseases etc.
3.2.1 Health promotion programmes are based on needs assessment and are relevant to and accepted by the community.
3.2.2 A realistic health campaign is planned. E.g. on safety, prevention of HIV infection, immunisation etc.
3.3.1 Internationally recognised standards of health are used as frame of reference.
3.3.2 Programmes aimed at raising the health standard of the community are formulated.
3.4.1 Other sectors having an influence on health are correctly identified.
3.4.2 The need for and principles of intersectoral collaboration are identified and explained in the appropriate context.
3.5.1 Factors influencing policy and affecting the structure and functioning of primary health care services are identified.
3.6.1 Empower communities to plan and initiate sustainable health projects.
4.1.1 The identification of research needs and opportunities demonstrate an understanding of the current health status of the community.
4.2.1 The learner plans a research project based on scientific principles and focus on relevant primary health care issues.
4.2.2 Demonstrate knowledge and skills of data collection, analysis and make relevant recommendation of the available resources.
4.3.1 Demonstrate an ability to identify factors which promote or threaten the health of individuals in the primary health care context.
4.3.2 Research articles are evaluated critically.
4.4.1 Ethical principles applicable to nursing research are identified and applied where appropriate.
5.1.1 Opportunities for experiential learning are identified and utilised where appropriate.
5.1.2 The connection between nursing theory and practica is identified and promoted.
5.2.1 Primary health care service data is summarised and analysed.
5.3.1 A primary health care service is planned, using appropriate management principles.
5.4.1 Issues related to primary health care management needs are debated with the purpose of formulating realistic solutions within the current health care system.
5.5.1 Issues relevant to nursing management requiring the problem solving approach are identified and appropriate strategies are analysed and debated.
5.5.2 The learner demonstrates creative thinking.
5.6.1 An activity is carried out based in accepted principles of marketing.
5.7.1 A quality assurance programme is developed appropriate to the needs of the health services.
5.8.1 Factors influencing policy and affecting the structure and functioning of primary health care services are identified.
5.8.2 Analysis of health trends is used as a basis for planning of a health service within an appropriate context.
5.8.3 Existing service standards are identified and analysed appropriately.
5.9.1 Evidence of networking within specified contexts. E.g. attendance at a meeting relevant to nursing.
Assessment Criteria associated with Critical Outcomes:
1. Refer to assessments 5.5.1; 5.5.2
2. Refer to assessments 3.3.1; 3.4.1; 3.4.2
3. Refer to assessments 4.1.1; 4.2.1; 4.3.1
4. Refer to assessments 4.1.1; 4.2.1; 4.2.2; 4.3.1; 4.3.2
5. Refer to assessments 2.2.1; 2.2.6; 2.2.7
6. Refer to assessments 2.5.1; 4.2.1
7. Refer to assessments 2.5.1; 3.3.1; 3.6.1; 5.9.1
Integrated assessment:
Continuous evaluation: (formative and summative evaluations); summative evaluations (SANC written examination, practical examination on behalf of SANC); tests; written and oral; oral presentations; clinical assessment; individual and group projects; learning diaries; simulations; panel assessment.
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