PE4S153 - Disorders of the Thyroid 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2031 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Disorders of the Thyroid | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Allied Health and Chiropractic | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Clinical Services | ||
| Module Leader: | Karl New | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2017 | Final Year of Intake: | 2030 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100260 - healthcare science | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2031 |
Module Aims
Integrate advanced understanding of thyroid physiology and hormone function to critically assess and develop strategies for the diagnosis and management of thyroid disorders, considering emerging treatments and patient-specific factors.
Content Summary
Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
Topics may include:
The physiology of the thyroid gland, basics control of hormonal secretion and the effects of thyroid hormones.
Thyroid function tests and interpretation. Sick euthyroidism and non-thyroidal illness. Thyroiditis including DeQuervain’s thyroiditis. Thyroid eye disease.
Hypothyroidism – presentation, diagnosis and management. Causes of hypothyroidism.
Principles of thyroid hormone replacement and merits of T4 and T3 replacement.
Hyperthyroidism – presentation, diagnosis and management. Causes of thyrotoxicosis – Graves’ disease, Multinodular goitre and drugs.
Management of hyperthyroidism – surgery, drugs and radio-iodine. Preparation of the thyrotoxic patient for surgery.
Use of thionamides, side effects and management of thionamides. Use of radio-iodine, outcomes and contra-indications to its use. Thyroidectomy, outcomes and potential risks of surgery.
Management of the patient presenting with a thyroid nodule. Fine needle aspiration and classification of the aspirate.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Directed Study | 40 |
| Seminars | 40 |
| Problem/Challenge-based Learning | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically appraise thyroid disorders, integrating advanced knowledge of underlying physiological mechanisms. |
| LO2 | Exhibit advanced clinical decision-making skills in the diagnosis and management of patients with thyroid disorders, justifying chosen approaches. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Online Assessment | Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | Assessment to be completed in a specific timescale, which is neither an invigilated examination nor a piece of coursework. To be completed over an extended period (e.g. a 2-hour task to be completed within 48 hours, or a 24-hour assessment). Learna: End of module 1-hour Case-based Multiple-choice Examination related to Disorders of the Thyroid to be completed within a 10-day period. | 60 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Self Reflective Assessment 1 | A personal record of a student’s learning experiences. It requires students to record and reflect upon their observations and responses to situations, which can then be used later to explore and analyse ways of thinking and being in context. Generally involves critical diaries, learning logs and written / visual journals. Learna: Reflective journal. | 0 | 600 | 10 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Project 1 | A detailed analysis of a topic, involving some original research undertaken by the candidate who makes use of data and/or primary sources. Learna: Completion of an individual/group task related to Disorders of the Thyroid. | 0 | 1000 | 20 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Case study 1 | A concentrated inquiry into a single case or subject. Learna: Case-based scenarios and a discussion forum related to Disorders of the Thyroid | 0 | 2500 | 40 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Self Reflective Assessment 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Project 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Case study 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |