Anglia Ruskin University

Disordered tissue perfusion is a feature of critical illness and the ability to recognise early signs and institute suitable interventions are essential skills for those working in critical care. This module will take a detailed look at the pathophysiology of shock and altered tissue perfusion and explore the practice and interpretation of haemodynamic assessment in its many forms.

Optimisation of haemodynamic function is a key to maintaining tissue perfusion therefore a thorough understanding of all aspects of haemodynamic assessment and monitoring, and of interventions used to support the cardiovascular system, is essential. Medical and nursing management of conditions which interfere with homeostasis and may lead to haemodynamic instability will be explored and current research will be examined in order to develop evidence based practice.

Undertaking this module and its assessment will enable practitioners to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence to respond to the ever-changing needs of the level three critically ill patient.

Assessment

• Clinical competencies

An essential element of the module is the time spent working with mentors in clinical practice and a manager's agreement to facilitate this supervision is essential. A set of clinical competencies will provide the basis for identification of learning needs and the opportunity for students to receive feedback on performance to enable them to develop their skills and become proficient practitioners. Achievement of proficient level in all clinical competencies is required to pass the practice element.

• Three hour short answer exam paper

Theory will be assessed through an examination which will require a thorough understanding of pathophysiology, the ability to interpret haemodynamic observations and knowledge of current research and best clinical practice. This knowledge will have been developed throughout the module using interactive lectures, scenario discussions and workshops and through time spent with mentors in practice.

Chelmsford:
Induction 20 January 2014
5, 12, 19 and 26 February
5, 12, 19 and 26 March
2 and 9 April

Fulbourn:
Induction 21January 2014
5, 12, 19 and 26 February
5, 12, 19 and 26 March
2 and 9 April

Teaching days and times are for guidance only and are subject to change.

For more information please contact:-

Sarah McGloin (Module Leader Chelmsford)
Tel: 0845 196 4163
Email: sarah.mcgloin@anglia.ac.uk

Tutor: Naim Abdulmohdi (Module Tutor Fulbourn)
Tel: 0845 196 5538
Email: naim.abdulmohdi@anglia.ac.uk

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

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