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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:

2024-09-01

Module Leader:

Emma Fawcett

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Lecture

Work Based Learning

Guided Independent Study

Practical Classes and Demonstrations

Synopsis

You will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in relation to assessment, diagnosis and management of minor illness, as well as generate differential diagnoses in addition to making informed collaborative decisions about the management of a patient’s presentation in your own clinical setting. You will be supported to … For more content click the Read More button below. You will be required to be working in a setting where patients present with minor illness. To support application of theory into practice you will need to undertake 3 weeks of practice-based learning supported by a clinical educator to guide your development and assess your competence in practice.

Learning Strategy

Students will participate in a variety of learning in order to understand both the theory and practice process. Enquiry based learning will also be used to support the module, alongside lectures, practical classes to facilitate the application of theory to practice. Access to learning technologies will also support the delivery … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

Clinical skills / Minor illnessesConsultation skillsRemote triagePhysical examination techniques and their application to minor illness managementRunning a minor illness clinicPharmacology and its application to minor illness managementWorking with diverse communitiesExploring barriers to healthcareEvidence-based practiceExploring issues around ethics, accountability and the law with specific reference to minor illness managementReflection / Critical … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Critically evaluate the assessment and management of a range of minor illnesses across the lifespan.
2.
Critically appraise the pharmacological issues around the use of therapeutics in the management of minor illness.
3.
Utilise appropriate clinical history taking, examination and decision-making skills in the management of minor illness.
4.
Critically reflect on your own competence in the assessment and management of minor illness including awareness of limitations of your professional role and context.
5.
Recognise and manage red flags relating to minor illnesses, so that the patient’s life and wellbeing are protected.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Oral presentation/assessment

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Portfolio

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

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 personal health information.        

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