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School:

School of Human and Health Sciences

Credit Rating:

30

Level (including FHEQ):

M (FHEQ Level 7)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2022-09-01

Module Leader:

Abbey Holden

Version Number

2022.01

Learning Methods

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Lecture

Practical Classes and Demonstrations

Work Based Learning

Guided Independent Study

Synopsis

This module will provide you with opportunity to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the pathophysiological effects of acute illness or traumatic injury along with the examination of current evidence and developments in this field of care. Emphasis throughout the module will be placed on the holistic assessment of the … For more content click the Read More button below. To support the module theory, you will be working in an acute or emergency care setting to gather evidence in support of the competencies based on the Royal College of Nursing (2017) Framework. This will contribute to achieving the learning outcomes for this module.

Learning Strategy

A student centred approach utilising shared experiences, reflection and critical appraisal will be encouraged. Varying blended teaching and learning strategies will be utilised including lectures, tutorials, group discussion, simulation based learning and computer-assisted learning.

Outline Syllabus

• A structured and holistic approach to assessing individuals who have experienced acute illness or injury.• Related anatomy and physiology.• A detailed understanding of disordered physiology in relation to specific acute illness or injury, for example sepsis, shock, tension pneumothorax. • Caring for adults requiring resuscitation • Medicine management in … For more content click the Read More button below.  

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Critically understand the systematic assessment, holistic care and management of an individual presenting for acute or emergency care with an acute condition or traumatic injury.
2.
Critically understand disordered physiology in relation to the individual’s acute condition or traumatic injury.
3.
Critically appraise the contribution of research and contemporary evidence base influencing the assessment, care and management of the individual presenting for care with an acute condition or traumatic injury.
4.
Evaluate the use of specific management plans used to promote safe, competent practice caring for the individual presenting for care with an acute illness or traumatic injury.
5.
Appraise their own role and the role of the inter-disciplinary team in the assessment, care and management of the individual presenting for care with an acute illness or traumatic injury.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Quizzes / polls

Assessment 2: Written practice exercise

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Practical Skills Assessment

Assessment 2: Portfolio

Assessment Criteria

• The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply.• The expectation is that text based assessment tasks will be submitted via Turnitin®.• Identities of individuals and organisations should be anonymised and confidences respected. Consent should be obtained from individual service users for use of any of their … For more content click the Read More button below. Both elements of assessment must be passed in order to gain credit for the module

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