Supporting Anticipatory Care for Long Term Conditions

SHE level 11
SCQF credit points 15
ECTS credit points 7.5
Module code MMB722903
Module Leader Sheila Cameron
School School of Health and Life Sciences
Subject Nursing
Trimester A (September start), B (January start)

Summary of content

This theory-based module aims to provide students with the opportunity to develop a critical understanding of the topic area by exploring and evaluating contemporary themes associated with Anticipatory Care for Long Term Conditions. From a bio-psychosocial perspective, students will critically explore the causes and effects of living with a Long Term Condition and the role of health care professionals/practitioners in contributing to and leading care delivery/service development. Consequently, students will have the opportunity to evaluate current strategies and frameworks associated with the assessment, planning and implementation of care.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 17
Tutorials 0
Practicals 0
Seminars 16
Independent Learning 93
Assessment 24
Placement 0

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 100 50 3000 word essay