Clinical Examination and Case Management

Module code: MID7013-C

Module Aims       

The aim of this blended learning module is to enable students to gain bespoke skills and competencies associated with their area of practice.
They will develop an understanding of advanced practice, subject specific principles and underpinning theory for examining their client group. Clinical skills in assessment will be developed in order to undertake safe examinations amongst specified client groups, with the ability to demonstrate higher level clinical reasoning and problem solving.

Outline Syllabus   

Case histories drawn from practice, covering a range of normal anatomy/ physiology and pathological changes. Applied pharmacology and kinetics, skill dependent equipment management and history taking.  Face to face/ on line teaching materials around assessment of systematic anatomy and physiology and deviations from the norm. Problem solving and clinical decision making. Ethical, legal and professional issues around extending roles. Protocols, procedures and guidelines. Auditing of practice. Critical reading skills. Utilising research evidence to inform best practice.

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