Table 2

Sample course plan: infectious diseases, year 2

Competency
Sub-competency
Learning objectives
Content source
Learning methods
Assessment method

A. Prevent HIV infection among individuals and the community
A.5 Prevent and treat accidental blood exposure (ABE)
Describe the role of nurse in the prevention and treatment of ABE (K)
Chapter 3 in HIV Reference Manual
Large group discussion and lecture
Written exam




Indicate the risks and degree of risk of ABE (K)
Chapter 3 in HIV Reference Manual
Case study
Case analysis




Respond with legitimating statements when a victim of ABE expresses shock (A)
Chapter 3 in HIV Reference Manual
Role play
Observation checklist




Demonstrate capacity to apply universal precautions and waste management (S)
Chapter 3 in HIV Reference Manual
Clinic rotation
Observation checklist

(K) = Knowledge, (S) Skill, (A) Attitude

Knebel et al. Human Resources for Health 2008 6:17   doi:10.1186/1478-4491-6-17