Injury or illness may occur suddenly or may arise as a consequence of an underlying condition. It may have life threatening implications The purpose of this module is to consider and explore the common illnesses and injuries of clients attending the Emergency department. The accepted initial and definitive management of these illnesses and injuries are critically evaluated, through the use of effective teamwork and inter-disciplinary collaboration, and related to current key policy drivers in the practice situation.

This module is a theory/practice module in which the student will learn both in the classroom and in the practice area. Learning and teaching methods in the classroom will include a variety of methods such as lectures, seminars, group work, scenarios, etc. Learning and teaching in clinical practice will be under the supervision of an experienced practitioner within the students own clinical area.

Assessment

The module is assessed from both a theory and practice perspective. The theory is assessed via a series of OSCE stations. The student's practice is assessed by a practice supervisor through achievement of clinical competencies.

Delivery dates:

Induction 20 January 2014
29 January 2014
5, 12, 19 and 26 February
5, 12, 19 and 26 March
2 April

For more information please contact:-

Ian Mann (Module Leader Chelmsford)
Tel 0845 196 4169
Email ian.mann@anglia.ac.uk

Contracts Officer
Margaret Parker
Tel 0845 196 4608
Email margaret.parker@anglia.ac.uk