Management of Deteriorating Patient | Federation University

NURBN3104 Management of Deteriorating Patient

This unit prepares students to deliver safe, person-centred care to patients experiencing complex and life-threatening conditions in high-acuity settings. Students will build advanced knowledge of critical illness pathophysiology, develop skills in interpreting clinical assessments, and apply evidence-based strategies to manage acute deterioration. Through clinical laboratory sessions and 160 hours of supervised clinical placement, students will consolidate their skills, ensuring quality and safety in acute care, alongside ethical, culturally safe, and strengths-based nursing practices. The unit also supports the development of reflective practice, effective communication, teamwork, and self-care strategies to foster resilience and ongoing professional growth.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $1,185
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,185

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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