PE4S311 - Management of Hypertension - Lifestyle Modifications, Pharmacological Treatment 19 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2031 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S311 | ||
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| Module Title: | Management of Hypertension - Lifestyle Modifications, Pharmacological Treatment | ||
| 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: | MAR 2025 | Final Year of Intake: | 2030 |
| 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 |
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| Valid From | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2031 |
Module Aims
This module aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage hypertension in clinical practice, with an emphasis on lifestyle interventions and pharmacological therapies to optimise blood pressure control and improve patient outcomes.
Content Summary
This module focuses on the management of hypertension, emphasising lifestyle modifications and pharmacological treatment strategies. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the lifestyle factors that contribute to hypertension and explore evidence-based interventions to promote healthy behaviours and lifestyle changes. The module will also cover the pharmacological options available for the treatment of hypertension, including different drug classes, mechanisms of action, and their respective indications, contraindications, and side effects. Practical approaches to medication adherence and monitoring will be addressed.
Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
Lifestyle Modifications for Hypertension Management
Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Hypertension
Antihypertensive Drug Classes and Mechanisms of Action
Initiation and Titration of Antihypertensive Medications
Individualised Pharmacological Treatment for Hypertension
Medication Adherence and Monitoring in Hypertension Management
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 | Critically appraise and evaluate the evidence base for advising modifiable lifestyle factors contributing to hypertension and develop evidence-based strategies to facilitate positive behaviour change for blood pressure management, demonstrating advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. |
| LO2 | Critically apply knowledge of pharmacological therapies and clinical guidelines to clinical practice in selecting and titrating antihypertensive medications to inform safe, patient-centred practice in managing hypertension. |
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 a discussion forum related to the management of hypertension, including lifestyle modifications and pharmacological treatment. | 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 the management of hypertension, including lifestyle modifications and pharmacological treatment | 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 Case-based Multiple-choice Examination related to the management of hypertension, including lifestyle modifications and pharmacological treatment to be completed within a 10-day period. | 60 | 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 | ✔ | ✔ | |