CH3S18 - Clinical Diagnosis 2 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CH3S18 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Clinical Diagnosis 2 | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Allied Health and Chiropractic | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Chiropractic | ||
| Module Leader: | Monika Dobrowolska | ||
| Module Team: | Benjamin Stacey, Annie Newsam, Hayley Davies, Jayne Ludlow, Paul McCambridge | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100241 - chiropractic | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
To introduce a working knowledge of selected aspects of the clinical specialities (special populations) of dermatology, paediatrics, geriatrics, obstetrics & gynaecology and their role in chiropractic practice in a general diagnosis context. This will also include pharmacology, biochemistry and special test outcomes (imaging)
To develop student’s ability to undertake critical, evaluative and ethical analysis of various aspects of these specialties in a professional practice context.
To develop student’s ability to take patient history and perform specific, regional, physical examination giving consideration to specialist populations
Content Summary
Through a combination of combined pathology and symptomatology students will continue developing their ability to identify and differentiate common signs and symptoms of conditions routinely encountered in chiropractic practice.
Principles and practice of physical examination of body systems and associated conditions in specialist populations including adults, paediatrics, geriatrics.
Review of principles, procedures and problems of diagnosis in the clinical and chiropractic context (taking an effective case history). Case studies to embrace cardiovascular and respiratory (review), dermatology, head and neck, abdominal, Rheumatological, and psychological issues, including those related to special populations (paediatrics, geriatrics, obstetrics, reproduction and pregnancy). Cases relating to headaches and malignancy will also be introduced. Review of laboratory diagnosis, principles and role, wherever appropriate, together with interpretation. Safeguarding of vulnerable people (A1 in the GCC Education Standards) is reviewed, including recognising signs and symptoms of suspected abuse.
Attendance at the USW simulation suite to experience a range of scenarios.
Attendance of HYDRA suite allows for students to reflect on their own communication skills with an actor playing the role of a patient, which builds on case history taking and communication taught within the module (A2 of GCC Education Standards).
Case studies to recognise where our role as chiropractors lay, and when to refer to wider healthcare is required (A6 GCC Education standards). Case studies and HYRDA workshops allow for reflection on professional ethics and accountability when diagnosing and managing a patient.
Flip-classroom style demonstrative videos will be provided to students which will inform the discussions during the initial part of each lecture.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 44 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 40 |
| Independent Study | 66 |
| Placement | 2 |
| Directed Study | 44 |
| Active/simulation based | 2 |
| Groupwork | 2 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To analyse and integrate clinical information relevant to examinations of children, adults, and the pregnant patient in the context of chiropractic clinical practice. |
| LO2 | To perform a comprehensive examination of the adult and adolescent patients in the context of chiropractic clinical practice, whilst demonstrating understanding of how to apply these skills to a child, a geriatric, or pregnant patient. |
| LO3 | Interpret, critically evaluate and reflect upon the case history and other relevant information (including pharmacology and laboratory tests) in relation to physical examination findings in the general and chiropractic populations and diseases/conditions related to these patients. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | OSCE 2 | Practical and written OSCE station | 40 | N/A | 30 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | OSCE 1 | Practical and written OSCE station | 30 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | Clinical Practice based essay on pathophysiology and diagnosis. | 150 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| OSCE 2 | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
| OSCE 1 | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ |