Therapeutic Investigation and Intervention level 11

Program Overview

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This course aims to develop practitioners knowledge of key clinical investigations including; Blood tests and analysis, Arterial Blood Gas analysis, ECG analysis and the fundamentals of X-Ray interpretation.

Program Outline

Interpret clinical history taking and examination findings to form differential diagnosis.

Decision making and rationale for investigating disease.

The underpinning evidence base of investigations.

Synthesise results in relation to wellbeing and patient outcomes.

Management strategies to correct abnormalities.

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for more information.

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Learning Methods

This module runs over 12 weeks, and is delivered online through the University's Virtual Learning Environment,

CampusMoodle

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Staff delivering on this course

The majority of the delivery will be by lecturers who are qualified ANPS with a wide range of Primary and Secondary care experience. In additions, there may be some input where appropriate from subject specialists within practice and other university departments.

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Independent Study

You are expected to undertake approximately 5 hours per week, over ten weeks, prior to the assessment.

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Assessment

Assessment is a written examination. This will be conducted using Moodle Quiz.

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Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.

The Inclusion Centre

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Study Skills Support

The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:

Academic writing

Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)

Maths and statistics

English language

Information technology support

Study Skills Support

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Prospects

Credit from this module may contribute to the MSc Advancing Practice (Health Visiting) or the University’s Professional Studies Framework.