B.Sc. - Nursing

This particular Clinical Practice supports students to implement at the clinical environment, the relevant principles of the nursing process, thus, convert theoretical knowledge into practice. At the same time, they go through the experience of developing the relationship between patient and nurse in real circumstances of nursing services provision.  Among others, students will apply the principles of personalized and holistic nursing care which constitute the most important elements of their training, in order to understand the concept of the nursing process which, aims at the maintenance, promotion and rehabilitation of the individual’s health, who is always, at the center of attention of this nursing process.

The purpose of the course is to familiarize the student with the modern Nursing Science by understanding its conceptual and philosophical context and its clinical dimensions. Furthermore, the course describes Nursing’s contribution to disease prevention and treatment, rehabilitation, and health promotion. At the same time, special emphasis is placed on the development of the nursing process so that students understand the management of patient care in a scientific, holistic, and dynamic way. Modern nursing theories are also presented and developed.

The objective of the course is to study the structure and function of the human body, including cells, tissues, and organs. Emphasis will be given on the physiological functions, involved in homeostasis maintenance of each of the biological systems. In addition, the diseases that could be developed from a possible dysregulation of any of these systems will be analyzed.

The course aims to familiarize the students with Bacteriology, Virology and Parasitology, subjects which are integral for numerous fields, including Nursing.  The objective of the course the introduction of the structure as well as the impact that the microorganisms can have on the human organism

Introduction to the principles of personalized and holistic nursing care is a fundamental component of students’ education to understand the concept of the nursing process aimed at maintaining, promoting and rehabilitate the health of the individual, who is at center of the particular process. The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with the basic scientific knowledge needed- to provide effective and quality nursing care at the individual, family, and community level, to understand the principles that support, interpret, and document nursing applications, and develop basic skills to provide nursing care in various health or illness situations. Settings for their addicted behavior.

To introduce the concepts that underpins nursing care in various contexts. To develop an appreciation of patient/client perceptions of nursing care. To enable the students to consider the international and national origins and contexts of nursing and health care. 

This course aims in introducing students to the basic concepts of communication by focusing on its nature and functions and on its place and role in society and culture.  In addition, this course aims in providing students the knowledge and skills necessary for quality communication in a dynamic and diverse workplace. 

The objective of the course is to study the structure and function of the human body, including cells, tissues, and organs. Emphasis will be given on the physiological functions, involved in homeostasis maintenance of each of the biological systems. In addition, the diseases that could be developed from a possible dysregulation of any of these systems will be analyzed.

The objective of the course is to introduce the students to the chemistry of the human organism as well as to broadly understand the terms biophysics and radiology via applying physical principles and techniques to different problems in biology.

This course focuses on introducing basic and foundational concepts related to community health nursing. Students will explore public health and the barriers and facilitators associated with community health problems. The purpose describes the importance of identifying community health needs, family, individuals, the impact of social, intercultural, environmental problems, environmental health risks, the importance of sound planning and the provision of prevention, promotion and maintaining health education, crisis management, and effective problem-solving in a healthy and weak population.

The aim of the course is to acquire basic knowledge of pathology and to understand the basic concepts of pathophysiology and the deviation from the normal function that leads to the diseases, of cardiovascular system, respiratory system, urinary tract, immune system, acid-base balance, electrolyte disturbances.

The purpose of the module is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the concepts of Health & Safety, raise awareness and create familiarity with the core Health & Safety Legislation both at a national and European level and promote safe working practices. At the same time, to facilitate the understanding of the importance of hazard identification and the importance of risk assessment and the appropriate control measures. Alongside with the understanding the principles of Health & Safety Management, the module aims to help students identify and recognize the legal, financial, and ethical consequences of poor Health & Safety practices. The module is designed with healthcare in its epicenter and as such emphasis will be given on health and safety issues and challenges related to health services.

First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or to promote recovery. It includes initial intervention in a serious condition prior to professional medical help being available, such as performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while waiting for an ambulance, as well as the complete treatment of minor conditions, such as applying a plaster to a cut. A First aid is generally performed by someone with basic medical training. Mental health first aid is an extension of the concept of first aid to cover mental health There are many situations which may require first aid, and many countries have legislation, regulation, or guidance which specifies a minimum level of first aid provision in certain circumstances. This can include specific training or equipment to be available in the workplace (such as an automated external defibrillator), the provision of specialist first aid cover at public gatherings, or mandatory first aid training within schools. First aid, however, does not necessarily require any particular equipment or prior knowledge, and can involve improvisation with materials available at the time, often by untrained people. Bearing in mind the above mentioned, the purpose of the course is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge, which will enable them to accurately assess and apply immediate.

The basic knowledge of sociology is essential for understanding social interaction in many work and social settings. This course introduces the sociological concepts and theories influencing society and introducing comprehensive factors necessary for a broad-based understanding of social organization.

This particular Clinical Practice supports students to implement at the clinical environment, the acquired knowledge relevant to nursing care offered to patients in pathological and surgical clinics.  Among others, students will experience the development of relationship patient- nurse and more specifically they develop this relationship with the patient, pro and after surgery. Furthermore, the students will provide nursing care to patients with severe medical problems

The aim of the course is to acquire basic knowledge of pathology and to understand the basic concepts of pathophysiology and the deviation from the normal function that leads to the diseases, of cardiovascular system, respiratory system, urinary tract, immune system, acid-base balance, electrolyte disturbances.

This course focuses on introducing basic and foundational concepts related to Surgical nursing.  The course’s purpose is to familiarize students with the concepts, principles, and technical practices of Surgical Nursing and provide theoretical knowledge and clinical skills for evaluating, diagnosing, and addressing the health problems of the surgical patient with the application of the nursing process provide quality perioperative, intraoperative and postoperative nursing care.

This course focuses on introducing basic and foundational concepts related to medical nursing.  The course’s purpose is to familiarize students with the concepts, principles and technical practices of Medical Nursing and provide theoretical knowledge and clinical skills for evaluating, diagnosing, and addressing the medical health problems of the patient. Also develop and apply a personalized nursing care plan and provide quality medical nursing care.

Health psychology is a field within Psychology that focuses on the behavioral, cognitive, psychosocial, and physiological factors that influence individual responses to health and illness. The purpose of the course is to familiarize the student with the concepts of health sociology and the acquisition that will enable them to understand the importance of the social environment in health and illness and to explain the reasons and processes that specific socio-economic and cultural conditions affect species and the distribution of diseases in different population groups. The purpose of the course is to provide students with the basic knowledge for understanding the psychosocial needs of the patient (adolescent and child) and for developing a “supportive” relationship, especially when it concerns a chronic and life-threatening health problem, and familiarize the students with the concepts of health sociology and the acquisition that will enable them to understand the importance of the social environment in health and illness and to explain the reasons and processes that specific socio-economic and cultural conditions affect species and the distribution of diseases in different population groups

It is commonly accepted that rapidly changing healthcare systems demand that health professionals possess knowledge of the effective use of informatics and technology to enhance patient care. 

The use of Information Technology in the field of health provides a number of important benefits, which are related to better patient service as well as facilitating the Nursing Personnel and health professionals, in general. Accordingly, the purpose of this course is to acquire the aforementioned knowledge from students who also contact with Health Informatics applications and provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve patient outcomes through effective use of these technological resources.

The purpose of the Health Economics course is to familiarize students with the subject and importance of Health Economics in order to gain the necessary knowledge about the role and application of finances to health and health care. Specifically, subjects considered are the allocation of scarce resources and how decisions are made to allocate them to the health system, the role of government intervention in the field of health care, the way health systems are evaluated as well as the health policies, the challenges facing the health sector today and how to address them. It is noted that Health Economics is looking for ways to maximize the health of the population based on the limited health resources available to a given society.

The objectives of the course are offers a thorough introduction to the science of Health Economics, illustration, and application of various methods from the microeconomics to investigate, how the health care system operates and assess the impact of the various policies applied, deepen issues related to efficiency, value and behavior in the production and consumption of health services and healthcare. To explain the functioning of healthcare systems. To apply financial models, techniques, and Decision Theory to answer key health care questions and explain behaviors that affect health status.

The purpose of the Health Economics course is to familiarize students with the subject and importance of Health Economics in order to gain the necessary knowledge about the role and application of finances to health and health care. Specifically, subjects considered are the allocation of scarce resources and how decisions are made to allocate them to the health system, the role of government intervention in the field of health care, the way health systems are evaluated as well as the health policies, the challenges facing the health sector today and how to address them. It is noted that Health Economics is looking for ways to maximize the health of the population based on the limited health resources available to a given society.

The objectives of the course are offers a thorough introduction to the science of Health Economics, illustration, and application of various methods from the microeconomics to investigate, how the health care system operates and assess the impact of the various policies applied, deepen issues related to efficiency, value and behavior in the production and consumption of health services and healthcare. To explain the functioning of healthcare systems. To apply financial models, techniques, and Decision Theory to answer key health care questions and explain behaviors that affect health status.

The purpose of this course is to apply and incorporate principles and concepts of mental health, psychopathology, and treatment modalities related to the nursing care of patients and their families while continuing to incorporate the concepts of nursing, environment, person, and health. Also, the course provides theoretical and clinical knowledge with the aim of acquiring skills related to the integrated nursing care of people with psychiatric and psychological disorders and the learning and application of the principles of mental health in the fields of nursing in all areas where it is practiced. Furthermore, the nurse’s role as a provider of care and as a coordinator of care for clients having psychiatric and psychological disorders, the concepts of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention are applied to these behavioral disorders, the nurse’s pursuit to promote continuity of care for the client as the client transitions from inpatient to outpatient agencies are discussed.

The course’s purpose is to provide theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to provide integrated personalized nursing care to an adult patient with surgical health problems and apply the appropriate nursing process and take decisions on the basis of evidence based clinical practice.

This course focuses on introducing basic and foundational concepts related to Surgical nursing.  The course’s purpose is to familiarize students with the concepts, principles and technical practices of Medical Nursing and provide theoretical knowledge and clinical skills for evaluating, diagnosing, and addressing the medical health problems of the patient. Also, to develop and apply a personalized nursing care plan and provide quality medical nursing care.

This course introduces law, ethics, code of conduct related to nursing practice and assess ethical and legal issues confronting nurses in a variety of health care delivery settings. Also, this course examines concepts, theories, and values applied in ethical decision-making that are related to a variety of ethical dilemmas in nursing practice and health care.

 This course through psychopathology introduces the concepts of mental health and mental illness, psychological theory of personality development, human adaptability, and relevant defense mechanisms. At the same time, the factors   environmentαl factors that may affect an individual’s mental health are discussed. Particular emphasis is placed on the psychiatric examination of the psychiatric patient, the therapeutic relationship, taxonomic systems, and psychiatric semantics.

 This course through neuropathology introduces the concepts of neurology and neurological illness, specialties related to neurology, human adaptability and knowledge of symptoms, signs and treatment of common neurological diseases At the same time, the factors that may affect an individual’s neurological condition are discussed. Particular emphasis is placed on the neurological examination of the patient, the therapeutic relationship, taxonomic systems, and neurological semantics.

This course focuses on introducing basic and foundational concepts related to community health nursing. Students will explore public health and the barriers and facilitators associated with managing chronic disease/illness in a complex and evolving healthcare system.

Furthermore, students exemplary and effectively addressing complex community nursing problems in day care units and home care for chronically disabled people, elderly and other similar venerable groups of people.   Also, community nurses assess the specific health and disease needs of the community’s population, promote its health, and provide integrated nursing services in primary health care structures, mainly at home, preventing health problems, promoting this level of health every age group and every special group, providing tertiary-level services in an out-of-hospital setting and covering the wide range of rehabilitation services in the community.