Transitional Care

Module code: NUR7004-C

Module Aims

To critically evaluate the process of transition of care from children's services to adult services.

Outline Syllabus

Concept of transitional care to promote seamless movement of professional care from child to adult services.Psychological issues: loss of familiar service, staff.Adolescent development and support. Family support.Social issues, funding of care, welfare, service provision.National and local policy drivers for transitional care, relevant ethical, legal and cultural issues.Multi-professional communication and assessment, processes, protocols.Record keeping and tools for assessment: CAF, MARACCommunity children's services, integration between child and adult care.Services, carers and resources required for young people with complex needs.

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