PE4S312 - Hypertension in Special Circumstances 19 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2031 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PE4S312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Hypertension in Special Circumstances | ||
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2031 |
Module Aims
This module aims to equip students with an in-depth understanding of the unique pathophysiological considerations, challenges, and evidence-based diagnostic, therapeutic and monitoring approaches required to effectively manage hypertension in complex situations and special populations.
Content Summary
This module explores the complexities of hypertension in special circumstances, including pregnancy, diabetes, elderly patients, individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, malignant hypertension, difficult-to-treat or resistant hypertension, and secondary hypertension. Participants will gain specialised knowledge and skills required to manage hypertension effectively in these specific populations. The module will cover the unique considerations, challenges, and evidence-based approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring in each of these scenarios, highlighting the importance of individualised care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Indicative content to include topics outlined below and/or any other relevant current topics to fulfil the module aims and learning outcomes:
Hypertension in Pregnancy
Hypertension in Diabetes
Hypertension in Elderly Patients
Hypertension in Ethnic Minority Populations
Malignant Hypertension, Difficult-to-treat and Resistant Hypertension
Secondary Hypertension
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Seminars | 40 |
| Independent Study | 80 |
| Direct Study (including online independent learning) | 40 |
| Problem/Challenge-based Learning | 40 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically analyse and evaluate the unique pathophysiological considerations, challenges, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches for managing hypertension in complex cases and special populations such as pregnancy, diabetes, elderly patients, and ethnic minorities. |
| LO2 | Critically implement knowledge of secondary hypertension, difficult-to-treat and malignant hypertension to integrate evidence-based management to optimise patient outcome and mitigate complications. |
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 hypertension in special circumstances | 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 hypertension in special circumstances. | 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 | Classroom Test - Time Constrained (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 in special circumstances 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 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Classroom Test - Time Constrained (Online) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |