Medical Surgical Nursing
Extension Activities in Clinical Practice
The Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing provides students with structured clinical learning experiences to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical nursing skills. The department focuses on developing clinical competence, critical thinking, patient safety and evidence-based nursing practice.
Theoretical
Knowledge
Practical
Nursing Skills
Clinical
Competence
Patient Safety
& Care
Compassionate Care
Integrating learning with real-world clinical practice
Major Clinical Activities
The department provides structured clinical experiences that help nursing students develop practical skills, clinical judgment, and professional competence through supervised patient care and healthcare activities.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision and guidance of nursing students during clinical postings and practical training.
Patient Care
Comprehensive nursing care for medical and surgical patients in clinical settings.
Patient Assessment
Patient assessment, history collection, and systematic evaluation of health conditions.
Nursing Care Plans
Preparation and implementation of individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs.
Medication & Treatment
Learning safe medication administration and appropriate treatment-related nursing procedures.
Pre & Post-operative Care
Providing nursing care and monitoring patients before and after surgical procedures.
Wound Care & Dressing
Practising wound assessment, dressing techniques, and appropriate wound management procedures.
IV Therapy
Developing knowledge of intravenous therapy, fluid management, and related nursing practices.
Vital Signs Monitoring
Monitoring vital signs and observing changes in patient health conditions.
Infection Prevention
Following infection prevention and control practices to promote patient safety.
Patient & Family Education
Educating patients and families about health, treatment, and preventive care.
Case Studies
Conducting case studies and case presentations to strengthen clinical understanding.
Clinical Demonstrations
Participating in clinical demonstrations and return demonstrations of nursing procedures.
In-service Education
Participating in in-service education programmes to improve clinical knowledge and skills.
Health Awareness
Taking part in health awareness, screening, and community health programmes.
Clinical Administration
Learning clinical administration, coordination, and management activities in healthcare settings.
Research & Evidence-Based Practice
Participating in research activities and applying evidence-based approaches to nursing practice.
Patient Counselling
Providing patient counselling and discharge health education to support continuity of care.
Nursing Skills Laboratory
The Nursing Skills Laboratory provides a realistic and well-equipped clinical learning environment where students can practise essential nursing procedures before and during their clinical postings.
The laboratory facilitates practical training through demonstrations, supervised practice, and simulation-based learning. It serves as an essential bridge between theoretical learning and real-world clinical practice.
Skills Developed in the Laboratory
Students practise essential nursing procedures and develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical abilities needed for safe and effective patient care.