Overview
In this unit, you will study the stages and milestones of the lifespan and consider the implications of life stages on health and end of life experiences. The uniqueness of people’s experiences as they reach milestones will be considered in developing person-centred care. You will have the opportunity to reflect on end of life experiences and the impact this may have on the person, their significant others and yourself as a health professional.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
There are no requisites for this unit.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
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Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
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Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Student evaluations
Microsoft Teams was an added bonus. Unit Coordinators made weekly announcements/contact to keep us on track and let everyone know what was on that week (e.g. assessment, tutorials & PASS sessions). I never felt 'lost' with the weekly content.
Continue to utilise Microsoft Teams to communicate with students, facilitate discussion, answer questions and provide timely updates.
Feedback from Staff feedback
Online weekly Zoom sessions were not recorded. Students who attended the online sessions felt more comfortable and were willing to engage. Students who were unable to attend the online sessions were concerned that they missed out on important information.
Consider alternate strategies to facilitate learning for students who are unable to attend online sessions.
Feedback from Student evaluations
I loved that there was a zoom session offered in the evening so that many of us with daytime commitments were able to attend.
Continue to offer online sessions at varied times to cater to student needs.
- Describe the stages and milestones of the lifespan
- Identify broad health challenges that may be associated with people at a particular life stage and consider individual differences to be able to ensure person-centred care
- Discuss individual circumstances that could impact on health outcomes and the provision of care to individuals such as those who may be homeless, identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer or Questioning (LGBTIQQ), those impacted by domestic and/or family violence, alcohol and/or other drug use, or disability, those from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background, religion, refugees or other displaced persons
- Describe the impact of life stage on end of life experiences on a person, their significant others and yourself as a health professional.
Content in this unit incorporates a number of professional nursing requirements
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Registered Nurse Standards for Practice
Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice
Maintains the capability for practice
Develops a plan for nursing practice
Provides safe, appropriate and responsive quality nursing practice
Evaluates outcomes to inform nursing practice
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Nursing Code of Conduct
Legal compliance
Person-centred practice
Cultural practice and respectful relationships
Professional behaviour
Research in health
Health and wellbeing
International Council of Nursing Code of Ethics for Nursing
Nurses and People
Nurses and Practice
Nurses and the Profession
Nurses and co-workers
National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards
Partnering with consumers
Comprehensive care
Communicating for safety
Patient Safety Competency Framework
Person-centred care
Therapeutic communication
Cultural competence
Teamwork and collaborative practice
Clinical reasoning
Evidence-based practice
Preventing, minimising and responding to adverse events
Infection prevention and control
Medication safety
Aged Care Quality Standards
Consumer dignity and choice
Ongoing assessment and planning with consumers
Personal care and clinical care
Services and supports for daily living
Organisation’s service environment
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 15% | ||||
| 2 - Reflective Practice Assignment - 50% | ||||
| 3 - Case Study - 35% | ||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Communication | ||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | ||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | ||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | ||||
| 5 - Team Work | ||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | ||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | ||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | ||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | ||||
| 10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | ||||
Textbooks
Kozier and Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing
Edition: 5th (2020)
Authors: Berman, A., Frandsen, G., Snyder, S., Levett-Jones, T., Buston, A., et al.
Pearson Australia
ISBN: 9781488626593
Reading related to each academic week can be found in the weekly Moodle tile.
Reading related to each academic week can be found in the weekly Moodle tile.
Skills in Clinical Nursing
Edition: 2nd (2021)
Authors: Berman, A., Snyder, S., Levett-Jones, T., Burton, A., Harvey, N. et al.
Pearson Australia
ISBN: 9781488620690
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
- Academic Learning Centre services
- Computer - ability to access study materials, including instructional videos and scan and upload assessment.
- CQ U library search engines for research articles
- CQUniversity library literature search tools
- EndNote Bibliographic programme
- Zoom app on your smart phone or access to Zoom on your laptop
- CQUniversity Library Resources
- Micorsoft word
- Zoom (both microphone and webcam capability)
- studiosity
- Zoom Account (Free)
- Microsoft CoPilot Generative Artificial Intelligence tool.
- CQUniversity Library Nursing/Midwifery/Social Work Resources
- Australian Standards (through CQU library)
- Word processing, spreadsheeting and PowerPoint software
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
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Module/Topic
Growth and development: Babies, toddlers and children
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Welcome and Unit Introduction.
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Activity: Access the General Discussion page and introduce yourself to your colleagues by providing your name and maybe why you are studying this unit and course.
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessments: Review the assessment tasks and make a study plan.
Foundations of Academic Integrity Program: Complete your annual program.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
Adolescents and young adults.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 1: Complete the practice quiz questions under 'Concept Check' in your prescribed textbook at the end of chapters 21 and 22.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
Pregnancy and families.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site..
Events and Submissions/Topic
Census Date is next week. If you are struggling, please contact your Unit Coordinator for help.
Recorded presentations:
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 2: Create an assessment plan by reviewing task instructions, using supporting videos, identifying key terms, and developing a focused literature search to answer the assessment questions. Search the CQU Library for reliable, relevant, and up-to-date literature.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
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Assessment 1: Online Quiz.
Open: from 00:01 hours (AEST) Monday, 24th November 2025. Close: on 23:59 hours (AEST) Wednesday, 26th November 2025.
Module/Topic
Women's and Men's Health.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Census Date: Tuesday, Week 4
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 2: Read the literature to identify the credibility of the evidence and continue preparing your assessment. Develop a detailed outline to answer question 1. Write paragraphs focusing on a single point and provide evidence and explanation for your discussion.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
Older adults' health.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 2: Create a detailed outline to answer question 2. Write paragraphs focusing on a single point and provide evidence and explanation for your discussion.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
End-of-life health.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 2: Create a detailed outline to answer question 3. Write paragraphs focusing on a single point and provide evidence and explanation for your discussion.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
Vacation week: Whether you celebrate Christmas, another tradition, or simply enjoy a well-earned break, I wish you a joyful, restful, and safe holiday season.
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
No timetabled learning activities. Please use this week to progress your assessments.
Module/Topic
Vacation week: As the year ends, thank you for your efforts and contributions throughout the past two months. The New Year is a time for reflection, renewal, and hope, regardless of how or when you celebrate.
Wishing you a peaceful and rewarding start to the year ahead. May 2026 bring new opportunities, good health, and ongoing success in everything you aim for.
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
No timetabled learning activities. Please use this week to progress your assessments.
Module/Topic
Individual circumstances.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 2: Review your assessment for clarity, coherence, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Include a title page and a declaration of use of AI, and properly reference AI sources. Use headings as directed.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Assessment 2: Reflective Practice Due: Week 7 Wednesday (7 Jan 2026) 4:00 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Culture and religion.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 3: Create an assessment plan by reviewing task instructions, using supporting videos, identifying key terms, and developing a focused literature search to answer the two case studies. Search the CQU Library for reliable, relevant, and up-to-date literature.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
LGBTIQA+
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 3: Read the literature to identify the credibility of the evidence and continue preparing your assessment. Develop a detailed outline to answer case study 1. Write paragraphs focusing on a single point and provide evidence and explanation for your discussion.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
Domestic and family violence.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 3: Develop a detailed outline to answer case study 2. Write paragraphs focusing on a single point and provide evidence and explanation for your discussion.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Module/Topic
Homelessness, refugees and displaced persons.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Assessment 3: Review your assessment for clarity, coherence, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Include a title page and a declaration of use of AI, and properly reference AI sources. Use headings as directed.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Student Unit and Teaching Evaluation survey: We encourage you to provide feedback about your unit and teaching experiences in this unit. The survey opens in week 11 and closes one week before the release of grades.
Assessment 3: Case Study Due: Week 11 Wednesday (4 Feb 2026) 4:00 pm AEST
Module/Topic
Intellectual and physical disability.
Chapter
The e-reading list contains all the necessary readings. For this week's learning activities, please visit the NURS11169 Moodle site.
Events and Submissions/Topic
Recorded presentations:
Weekly lecture
Assessment online tutorial (Tuesdays 4:00 PM-5:00 PM)
Weekly class online tutorials (Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)
Weekly drop-in session with the UCs: This session occurs online every Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM to support students with general queries.
Announcements and Discussion Forums: Check for posts and updates.
Student email: Check your email at least twice weekly for important messages.
Student Unit and Teaching Evaluation survey: Please complete the unit evaluation survey.
Congratulations on completing this unit. Do not forget to check your unit enrolments for next term.
Module/Topic
Nil
Chapter
Nil
Events and Submissions/Topic
Nil
In this unit, you may be allowed to re-attempt one failed assessment task to demonstrate your achievement of one or more of the unit's learning outcomes. A re-attempt will only be considered if you have reasonably attempted to complete the assessment task. If the unit coordinator allows you to re-attempt an assessment task, you must resubmit your revised work within seven (7) consecutive days of being notified about the re-attempt opportunity. A re-attempted assessment will receive a mark no greater than the minimum pass mark allowance for the original assessment task. For a supplementary assessment to be considered at the end of the term, all assessment tasks must be reasonably attempted in this unit. A supplementary assessment is assigned only if the student has achieved a grade between 44.5 and 49.5 percent.
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As this unit is offered online, students are asked to prepare their own individual study plan to undertake self-led and self-directed study throughout the term. A key to your success is a strategic self-directed approach to learning and regular contact with your Unit Coordinators. Please check the Announcements and Discussion forums at least twice a week. Regular announcements about assessments and unit resources will be made throughout the term, and reviewing this information is essential to unit knowledge and your success. CQUniversity communicates with students through the CQUniversity email. We recommend that you access your CQUniversity email at least twice a week to avoid missing vital information about your studies.
1 Online Quiz(zes)
You will complete an online quiz to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the stages and milestones of the lifespan and broad health challenges that may impact individuals at different life stages.
Instructions:
Please refer to the assessment task instructions on the unit Moodle site.
Academic Integrity
You must abide by the principles of academic integrity (see Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure). Completion of this assessment with another party or sharing of responses is not permitted at any time. This assessment requires students to adhere to the guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence tools as specified in the Artificial Intelligence Assessment Scale (AIAS). Any misuse or lack of disclosure regarding the use of AI tools will be considered a breach of academic integrity. No Generative AI use is permitted in the completion of this assignment. You must not use AI tools or technology to produce substantive content. You are permitted to use technology or tools that assist with spelling, grammar or formatting.
Level of GenAI Use Allowed: Level 1: You must not use AI at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.
Extensions:
Extensions to this assessment are not available as per policy. The 72-hour grace period does not apply to this assessment.
Minimum Pass Criteria
· You must achieve a cumulative grade of at least 49.5% across all assessments to pass this unit.
· In order for a supplementary assessment to be considered, all assessment tasks must be reasonably attempted in this unit.
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Other
The quiz will open from 00:01 hours (AEST) Monday 24th November 2025 and will close on 23:59 hours (AEST) Wednesday 26th November 2025.
Quiz results will be available immediately after the attempt is completed.
Assessment criteria will be available on the Moodle site.
- Describe the stages and milestones of the lifespan
- Identify broad health challenges that may be associated with people at a particular life stage and consider individual differences to be able to ensure person-centred care
2 Reflective Practice Assignment
You must write a Reflective Practice Assignment and demonstrate your understanding of the life span, and the broad health challenges associated with various life stages from the lens of the health professional.
Please note that some content in this assessment may be sensitive or confronting, so please approach it carefully and seek support from CQUniversity Counselling and Wellbeing if needed.
Instructions
Please refer to the assessment task instructions on the unit Moodle site.
Academic Integrity
You must abide by the principles of academic integrity (see Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure). Completion of this assessment with another party or sharing of responses is not permitted at any time. This assessment requires students to adhere to the guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence tools as specified in the Artificial Intelligence Assessment Scale (AIAS). Any misuse or lack of disclosure regarding the use of AI tools will be considered a breach of academic integrity. CQUniversity Gen AI tools approved for use in this assessment are Microsoft CoPilot (protected version), Studiosity and Grammarly. You are permitted to use technology or tools that assist with spelling, grammar or formatting.
Level of GenAI Use Allowed:
Level 2: You may use Al for planning, idea development, and research. Your final submission should show how you have developed and refined these ideas.
Extensions
Extensions to this assessment are available as per policy. The 72-hour grace period may apply to this assessment.
Minimum Pass Criteria
· You must achieve a cumulative grade of at least 49.5% across all assessments to pass this unit.
· In order for a supplementary assessment to be considered, all assessment tasks must be reasonably attempted in this unit.
Week 7 Wednesday (7 Jan 2026) 4:00 pm AEST
Week 10 Wednesday (28 Jan 2026)
Refer to the marking rubric on the Moodle site for more detail on how marks will be assigned.
Please note that some content in this assessment may be sensitive or confronting, so please approach it carefully and seek support from CQUniversity Counselling and Wellbeing if needed.
Instructions
Please refer to the assessment task instructions on the unit Moodle site.
Academic Integrity
You must abide by the principles of academic integrity (see Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure). Completion of this assessment with another party or sharing of responses is not permitted at any time. This assessment requires students to adhere to the guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence tools as specified in the Artificial Intelligence Assessment Scale (AIAS). Any misuse or lack of disclosure regarding the use of AI tools will be considered a breach of academic integrity. CQUniversity Gen AI tools approved for use in this assessment are Microsoft CoPilot (protected version), Studiosity and Grammarly. You are permitted to use technology or tools that assist with spelling, grammar or formatting.
Level of GenAI Use Allowed:
Level 2: You may use Al for planning, idea development, and research. Your final submission should show how you have developed and refined these ideas.
Extensions
Extensions to this assessment are available as per policy. The 72-hour grace period may apply to this assessment.
Minimum Pass Criteria
· You must achieve a cumulative grade of at least 49.5% across all assessments to pass this unit.
· In order for a supplementary assessment to be considered, all assessment tasks must be reasonably attempted in this unit.
- Describe the stages and milestones of the lifespan
- Identify broad health challenges that may be associated with people at a particular life stage and consider individual differences to be able to ensure person-centred care
- Discuss individual circumstances that could impact on health outcomes and the provision of care to individuals such as those who may be homeless, identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer or Questioning (LGBTIQQ), those impacted by domestic and/or family violence, alcohol and/or other drug use, or disability, those from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background, religion, refugees or other displaced persons
- Describe the impact of life stage on end of life experiences on a person, their significant others and yourself as a health professional.
3 Case Study
You must prepare a written assessment in response to two (2) case studies and demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the impact of life stage and individual circumstances on health outcomes and the provision of care to individuals throughout the lifespan and at the end of life.
Week 11 Wednesday (4 Feb 2026) 4:00 pm AEST
Wednesday 25th February 2026
Refer to the marking rubric on the Moodle site for more detail on how marks will be assigned.
- Describe the stages and milestones of the lifespan
- Discuss individual circumstances that could impact on health outcomes and the provision of care to individuals such as those who may be homeless, identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer or Questioning (LGBTIQQ), those impacted by domestic and/or family violence, alcohol and/or other drug use, or disability, those from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background, religion, refugees or other displaced persons
- Describe the impact of life stage on end of life experiences on a person, their significant others and yourself as a health professional.
As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.
Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.
Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.
As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.
What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
Where can I get assistance?
For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.
What can you do to act with integrity?
