Module code: NUR6028-C
To develop students' knowledge and understanding of haematological disorders, the treatment and care by examining the pathological processes involved and how these influence diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation.
To synthesise theoretical evidence and research based knowledge to inform clinical practice and role development in haematology and BMT care delivery
Cellular structure and function - haematopoiesis. The process of carcinogenesis and metastases.
Aetiology and epidemiology of haematological disorders
Patterns of cancer spread for common haematological disorders (eg leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma).
Cancer genetics and genetic counselling.
Immune response
Diagnostic procedures in haematological malignancy.
Staging cancers including histopathology.
Principles of treatment including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, bone marrow transplant, complementary and alternative therapies.
Clinical trials including informed consent.
Ethical, legal and professional issues
Common pathophysiological effects of haematological disorders and side effects of treatments including haematological emergencies (SVCO, hypercalcaemia, spinal cord compression, tumour lyis, neutropenia, disseminated intravascular coagulation)
Systemic effects of haematological disorders
National policy influencing cancer service, organisation and delivery across the age spectrum.
Spectrum of cancer care - prevention/health promotion, cure/survivorship, rehabilitation, palliative, end of life care.
Concept of social support, psychological impact of cancer, care approaches.
Quality assurance issues in cancer care.
Multiprofessional and multiagency team working.
Principles of effective communication.
Literature review