SHE level M SCQF credit points 30.0 ECTS credit points 15.0 Module code MMB126657 Module Leader David Blowers School School of Health and Life Sciences Subject Physiotherapy Trimester A (September start)
Summary of content Within the context of planned and unplanned care delivery, the advanced assessment and management of patients has become a requirement for Advanced Practitioners. Consequently, this module aims to enable practitioners, to develop the requisite knowledge and advanced clinical and leadership skills to assess, diagnose, manage and where necessary, appropriately refer-on patients. This module covers key themes which include the political, legal and ethical issues that underpin professional development advanced clinical assessment, clinical decision making and management.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward Diagnostic History taking and consultation skills Examination of the following body systems - musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and neurological systems Assessment and management across the lifespan including: falls, functional assessment, fluid/nutritional assessment, minor injuries, substance misuse and pain, collapsed patient Specific condition management including: Heart failure/ Dementia / Delirium / Depression / Renal failure / Pain (abdominal and chest) and Pain Management / Diabetes / Parkinson's disease /Stroke/ Acute Asthma/ Minor injuries (head, face, wounds and burns)/ Presentations related to Upper respiratory tract, Ear, nose and throat, Dermatology, Gastro-intestinal, Urology, Ophthalmic or Musculoskeletal issues Care of the Dying Patient Basic principles of Radiology and ECG Interpretation Local anaesthetic and wound closure techniques Referral and safety netting Anticipatory Care The role of digital health in Advanced Practice
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module students should be able to: 1. Apply a critical understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathology sufficient to underpin assessment and diagnosis of illness and injury 2. In simulated conditions, perform assessment and treatment techniques in a competent and safe manner, taking into account relevant dangers, safety precautions and contraindications in relation to 'patient' and self. 3. Critically evaluate and justify the management of simulated patients and/or case studies in a clinical reasoning discussion with peers, academic and/or clinical colleagues 4. Synthesise and critically evaluate evidence based literature to support management strategies for patients in the context of Advanced Practice 5. Critically analyse and evaluate complex ethical and professional problems and issues in accordance with current professional and/or ethical codes or practices
Indicative reading arrow_forward https://gcu.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/public/44GLCU_INST/lists/9236813840003836?auth=SAML
Transferrable skills arrow_forward Participation in this module will enable the student to develop the following transferable skills associated with Masters level study: Work in a self-directed manner, taking responsibility for own learning and continuing personal development and where appropriate practice competence Critical reflective skills and professional development ICT skills information literacy, data literacy, media literacy and digital research and scholarship to underpin effective learning. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a range of situations Professional communication skills, written, oral and listening Effective team-working Critical analysis of research literature
Module structure Activity Total hours Tutorials 36.00 Practicals 24.00 Seminars 12.00 Independent Learning 198.00 Assessment 30.00
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 50 45 2000 words Course Work002 0.5 50 45 Clinical Viva