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BEngrt Acute and Critical Care of the Child
Postgraduate
In Sheffield ()
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
Course description
You study disease processes including altered physiology of respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, renal/metabolic and immune systems, during the acute illness phase. This will include • pain management • alternative airway management and principles of stabilisation • techniques and specialist care relating to conditions which require critical and intensive care nursing.
You also explore the role of the multi-disciplinary team, including breaking bad news, sibling and family care and palliative care.
In addition, you cover ethical concerns and the legal implications of nursing children in acute and critical care situations, alongside stress management and professional development issues.
About this course
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to assess and manage the acute and critically ill child through supportive, evidence-based care that is sensitive to the psycho-social needs of children, young people and their families. It incorporates a systematic approach to the assessment and recognition of the acutely ill child.
Entry requirements
2017 entry requirements
Typically one of the following
• a first degree with honours or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard
• an ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field
Typically a minimum of 12 months work experience caring for children and families within the acute or critical care setting is also required. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your...
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Subjects
- Critical Care
Course programme
Part-time - one year
Start date September
Typical modules may include
Core modules• recognition and management of the acutely ill child • enhancing professional practice in children's acute and critical care
You also take two elective modules.
BEngrt Acute and Critical Care of the Child