AU3S122 - Applied science to the assessment of the critically ill patient 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | AU3S122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Applied science to the assessment of the critically ill patient | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Care Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Post-Registration (Professional Regulations) | ||
| Module Leader: | Pamela Davies | ||
| Module Team: | Meirion Williams, Christopher Nash | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100282 - critical care nursing | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
The aim of this module is to enable students to explore the impact disease has on the critically ill patient by exploring and analysing the pathophysiology of ill health.? This module will take a system-based approach to explore the physiology and pathophysiology related to disease processes. Additionally, this will be linked to the pharmacological management of disease and understanding of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Practitioners will build upon and expand their observational assessment skills underpinned by the contemporary evidence.
Content Summary
Applied anatomy and pathophysiology relevant to the body systems being examined including the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal and neurological systems.
Evaluate the variable clinical presentations of major critical illness found in the critical care environment. Explore the pathophysiological and clinical changes that occur as a resultant consequence.
Demonstrate an understanding of applied pharmacology to the range of critical illnesses.
Explore the practical and observational skills utilised by practitioners in the critical care environment.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 15 |
| Seminar | 15 |
| Tutorial | 8 |
| Work based learning | 75 |
| Independent Study | 24 |
| Directed Study | 25 |
| Active/Simulation Based | 8 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 30 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate an understanding of applied pathophysiology and pharmacology to the critically ill patient. |
| LO2 | Apply theoretical knowledge of the pathophysiology, pharmacology and assessment of critical illness using the Step 2 Critical Care Competencies. |
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | Narrative to support achievement of Step 2 competencies | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Online Assessment (Exam) | Online Closed Book Examination 1 | A range of MCQ and short answer questions exploring pathophysiology and pharmacology | 90 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |
| Online Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✘ | |