PE4S187 - Acute Renal, Metabolic and Toxicological Emergencies 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 3

Associated Module Information

Module Code: PE4S187
Module Title: Acute Renal, Metabolic and Toxicological Emergencies
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 2024 Final Year of Intake: 2029
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 3
Valid From 01 Sep 2024
Valid To 31 Aug 2030

Module Aims

The module aims to equip learners with the knowledge of methodologies and approaches to address complex cases, applying guideline and evidence-based care in the management of acutely ill patients presenting with renal, metabolic and toxicological conditions. 

Content Summary

This module is intended to cover the management of toxicological emergencies such as overdose both accidental and non-accidental, acute drug reactions and anaphylaxis. The module will also cover the presentation of the patient with metabolic and renal issues to include acute kidney injury, acid-base disorders, hyperkalaemia and acute hyponatraemia. It will also touch upon the implementation of renal replacement therapy including dialysis. 

Learning and Teaching Methods

Activity Type Hours
Seminars 40
Independent Study 80
Directed Study (including online independent learning) 40
Problem/Challenge based learning 40
Total Hours Selected 200

Learning Outcomes

# Learning Outcome
LO1 Synthesise and apply advanced theoretical knowledge and a critical understanding of selected methodologies and approaches in the diagnostic synthesis and management strategies employed in the treatment of patients presenting with acute renal, metabolic and toxicological emergencies.
LO2 Combine advanced theoretical and clinical knowledge with evidence-based practice to systematically appraise, reflect upon, and create ways forward in the treatment and management of patients presenting with acute renal, metabolic and toxicological disorders within a multi-disciplinary setting.

Module Requisites

N/A

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Category Assessment Type Description Duration Word Count Weight (%) Best of? Pass Mark
Asynchronous Assessment Case study 1 A concentrated inquiry into a single case or subject. Learna: Case-based scenarios and discussion forum related to acute renal, metabolic and toxicological emergencies. 0 2500 40 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 renal, metabolic and toxicological emergencies. 0 1000 20 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
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 MCQ examination related to renal, metabolic and toxicological emergencies to be completed within a 10-day period. 0 N/A 30 No 40

Assessment Matrix

Assessment Type Learning Outcomes
LO1 LO2
Case study 1
Project 1
Self Reflective Assessment 1
Time-constrained assessment (Online) 1

Reading List

Core Textbooks:

  • Matfin, G. eds., (2023) Acute Medicine Lecture Notes. Wiley Blackwell. 

  • Leach, R., Moore, K. and Bell, D. eds., (2016). Oxford desk reference: acute medicine. Oxford University Press. 

  • Ramrakha, P., Moore, K. and Sam, A., (2010). Oxford handbook of acute medicine. OUP Oxford. 

  • Sprigings, D. and Chambers, J.B. eds., (2018) Acute Medicine: A Practical Guide to the Management of Medical Emergencies. 5th edn. Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.

Core Journals/Databases: 

  • BMJ Best Practice 

Core Websites: 

Indicative Module 6 Reading: 

NICE (2019) NICE guideline [NG148]. Acute kidney injury: prevention, detection and management.

NICE (2022) Poisoning or overdose. 

Spasovski, G., Vanholder, R., Allolio, B., Annane, D., Ball, S., Bichet, D., Decaux, G., Fenske, W., Hoorn, E.J., Ichai, C., Joannidis, M., Soupart, A., Zietse, R., Haller, M., van der Veer, S., Van Biesen, W. and Nagler, E. (2014) 'Clinical practice guideline on diagnosis and treatment of hyponatraemia', European Journal of Endocrinology, 170(3), pp. G1-G47. 

In addition to the list above, each bespoke module reading list is available to the students to access via the learning platform (Moodle) and consists of up-to-date peer-reviewed journal articles and studies that are continually refreshed as guidelines change and new treatments and technologies emerge.

Additional reading resources are supplemented by the tutors during the running of the module.