AU3S052 - An Introduction to Cardiothoracic Nursing 01 Sep 2017 - 31 Aug 2023 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | AU3S052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | An Introduction to Cardiothoracic Nursing | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Community and Professional Practice Nursing | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Professional Nursing Practice | ||
| Module Leader: | Owena Simpson | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | MAR 2013 | Final Year of Intake: | 2022 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100290 - nursing | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2017 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2023 |
Module Aims
To enable students to develop and enhance their knowledge and understanding of issues relating to cardio thoracic nursing.
Content Summary
This module will explore the care and management interventions within the cardiothoracic speciality. The module will explore – Anatomy and physiology, aetiology, incidence and prevalence. Atherosclerosis, Acute coronary syndrome, atrial fibrillation, ECG’s, pharmacology, pacing, cardiac surgery, congenital abnormalities, heart failure management, respiratory disease, blood gas analysis, chest drain management, renal disease. It will also provide opportunity for the student to explore evidence based practice.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 30 |
| Seminar | 3 |
| Tutorial | 7 |
| Independent Study | 120 |
| Directed Study | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically analyse a variety of care and technological interventions for patients requiring cardiothoracic care. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the pathophysiology related to cardiothoracic care. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Exercise - Time Constrained (EX) | Classroom Test Time Constrained (EX) 1 | Class test | 75 | N/A | 25 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Essay (CW) 1 | Reflective account | 0 | 4000 | 75 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test Time Constrained (EX) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Essay (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |