PE4S270 - Hypertension 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Hypertension | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology and Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Module Leader: | Karl New | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | MAR 2024 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| 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 | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
To enable participants to investigate and evaluate the diverse factors contributing to hypertension development and its impact on cardiovascular health.
To equip participants with the skills to implement evidence-based guidelines for hypertension diagnosis, monitoring, and management.
To promote interdisciplinary collaboration in hypertension care, enhancing treatment adherence and patient outcomes.
Content Summary
The Hypertension module focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and management of hypertension, a common yet critical component of metabolic medicine. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the underlying mechanisms of hypertension, its risk factors, and its association with cardiovascular diseases. The module emphasises evidence-based approaches to blood pressure control, aiming to reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
Pathophysiology and Risk Factors
Evaluation and Diagnosis of Hypertension
Non-Pharmacological Management
Pharmacological Treatment of Hypertension
Hypertension in Special Populations
Hypertensive Emergencies and Complications
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 100 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically evaluate the evidence relating to different diagnostic approaches and classification systems for hypertension, ensuring accurate assessment and appropriate management. |
| LO2 | Critically evaluate the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for blood pressure control in diverse patient populations, and implement personalised hypertension management plans that would consider individual patient characteristics, comorbidities, and potential drug interactions. |
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 Hypertension, 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 hypertension. | 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 hypertension. | 0 | 2400 | 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 | ✔ | ✔ | |