PE4S155 - Disorders of Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2031 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Disorders of Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone | ||
| 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
Critically appraise the interrelationships between parathyroid, calcium, and bone physiology and pathophysiology, and apply this advanced understanding to formulate and justify complex clinical management strategies for related endocrine disorders.
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 parathyroid glands, anatomy, basic physiology and pathophysiology
Hypercalcaemia, investigation and management to include:
Familial Hypercalciuric Hypercalcaemia(FHH)
Acute management of severe hypercalcaemia
Hypocalcaemia, investigation and management.
Primary hyperparathyroidism –
Presentation
Diagnosis
Management with reference to guidelines including when to refer for surgery and medical management
Calcium receptor mimetics
Secondary hyperparathyroidism
Vitamin D deficiency
Renal failure and replacement of vitamin D
Tertiary hyperparathyroidism
Investigation of bone mineralisation and interpretation of dual energy absorptiometry – DEXA
Osteoporosis
Diagnosis and management
Drugs including mechanism of action and reference to guidance
Strontium Ranelate, SERMS, Vitamin D and Calcium, Bisphosphonates and Calcitonin
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 | Devise and justify complex management strategies for patients with disorders of calcium metabolism and parathyroid function, integrating current research findings |
| LO2 | Critically appraise and synthesise evidence-based approaches for the investigation and management of patients presenting with osteoporosis. |
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 Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone 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 Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone. | 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 Parathyroids, Calcium and Bone. | 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 | ✔ | ✔ | |