AH1S11 - Anatomy, Physiology and Applied Sciences 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | AH1S11 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Anatomy, Physiology and Applied Sciences | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Allied Health and Chiropractic | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Operating Dept Practice | ||
| Module Leader: | Craig Griffiths | ||
| Module Team: | Deborah Ryan, Ashley Davies, Filipa Machado, Bethan Kent | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100273 - operating department practice | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
This module aims to equip students with the underpinning knowledge in anatomy, physiology and applied sciences required to be a competent Operating Department Practitioner. Students will be able to identify the form and functions of major organ systems of the body as well as scientific principles within perioperative practice including SI units, gas laws and electrosurgery.
Content Summary
This module will explore an organ systems-based approach to anatomy and physiology giving students an underpinning understanding of anatomy and physiology that can be applied to operating department practice. Students will also explore complimentary science relevant to each area of operating department practice.
Topics studied include:
The form and function of Organ Systems including their application and relevance to perioperative practice:
• The Cell and Tissues
• Genomics and their application
• Integumentary System
• The Skeletal System
• The Muscular System
• The Nervous System
• Sensory Systems (Eyes, Ears and Nose)
• The Endocrine System
• The Haematological System
• The Cardiovascular System
• The Respiratory System
• The Digestive System
• The Urinary System
• The Reproductive System
Pharmacology to include:
• An Introduction to pharmacology principles such as pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
• Anaesthetic Induction agents
• Neuromuscular blocking agents
Complimentary applied sciences:
• The chain of infection and how to break it
• SI units
• Gas laws and its application in anaesthetic practice
• Electricity and its uses in perioperative practice
• Ultrasound and its application within healthcare
• Equipment design within perioperative practice
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 8 |
| Independent Study | 72 |
| Directed Study | 80 |
| Active/Simulation Based | 18 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 22 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate and apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to operating department practice |
| LO2 | Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacological principles and how this applies to operating department practice |
| LO3 | Demonstrate knowledge of applied clinical sciences and their application within operating department practice |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | MCQ and Short Answer Exam | 120 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |