Optimising the Management of COPD
Postgraduate
Blended learning in Liverpool
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Methodology
Blended
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Location
Liverpool
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Class hours
7h
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Duration
30 Weeks
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Credits
30
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Personal tutor
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
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Examinations- physical attendance required
Yes
This module is aimed at the following audience :-
- Specialist Nurses
- Physiotherapist
- Physiologist
- Registered Nurse
- General Pratitioner
Please see attached document for the following :-
- Module Aims
- Skills & Attributes
- Module Content
- Module Assessment
- Attendance Requirements
There are 4 study days timetabled into this 30 week module
Important information
Documents
- 7FHH1086 Optimising the Management of COPD Aims & Outcomes.pdf
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
The programme is offered in part-time modes and leads to the award of MSc Respiratory Practice. Students have up to six years to complete the full MSc award.
Applicants would normally have, at a minimum, a lower 2nd class honours degree in health or social care related subject. Students without an honours degree who wish to access pathways/awards must demonstrate knowledge and skills at a level to that of degree study prior to commencement.
Students should have access to a computer and would need to be working in a clinical area with access to an appropriate client group
Reviews
Subjects
- Education Respiratory postgraduate programme
- Health and Social Care
- Education and training
- Education Development
Teachers and trainers (1)
Dave Burns
MSc programme lead
Dave Burns is the MSc programme lead. For more information on this module, please contact Gill Butler on 0151 529 6254, e-mail gill.butler@respiratoryeduk.com. For information on REUK’s academic pathways, please contact 0151 529 2598, e-mail help@respiratoryeduk.com http://www.respiratoryeduk.com/Page/Academic-Team.html
Course programme
Level 7 Module - 30 credits
Module Code: 7FHH1086
Optional Module - MSc Respiratory Practice
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to enable students to enhance their understanding of the complex nature of COPD including respiratory and systemic effects and critically analyse one intervention employed in COPD management.
Intended Learning Outcomes:
Knowledge and Understanding:
Successful students will typically be able to:
1. Critically examine the pathophysiological changes which occur in COPD and relate them to symptomatology.
2. Critically analyse the complexities involved in managing one aspect of COPD.
Skills and attributes:
Successful students will typically be able to:
1 Synthesise current evidence pertaining to one selected aspect of COPD management.
2. Critically compare the evidence to their current practice and reflect on identified discrepancies/deficits.
Module content:
This module will explore epidemiological, aetiological and pathophysiological aspects of COPD before considering the multifaceted approach to COPD management. Diagnostic and management issues will be explored, including issues around spirometry, pharmacological management and management of exacerbations.
Students will consider the number of people with COPD in the UK and explore important issues in the development of the condition and its diagnosis. Emphasis will be given to what is now recognised to be a systemic pathology, despite the title of the condition.
Pharmacological management will be described and analysed and, following on from this, a variety of issues reflecting the systemic nature of COPD will be addressed, together with their respective management strategies. Examples here include psychological, nutritional and cardiovascular aspects along with acute exacerbations of COPD.
Module Assessment:
1,000 word analysis
4,000 word essay
Coursework :
Analysis: 100% Weighting: 20%
Essay: 100% Weighting: 80%
A 1,000 word analysis which critically compares the airway in COPD to the normal airway. Students will be expected to demonstrate how normal airway calibre is reduced in COPD and the mechanisms driving this. These changes should relate to the pathophysiology and the symptoms which occur as a consequence, e.g. breathlessness.
A 4,000 word essay within which the student will use the focus from the above comparison to critically explore one intervention employed in the management of e.g. breathlessness in COPD and the role the intervention plays in airway maintenance. The selected intervention should be subjected to a rigorous examination with regard to its relative importance, perceived efficacy and the evidence underpinning it. Having done this the student should compare their findings to how the intervention is managed within their own practice setting and make suggestions for enhancement of practice locally.
Attendance requirements:
There are four study days timetabled into this 30 week module.
The module is run on a flexible learning basis supported by comprehensive course materials (including course packs and e-learning modes). Four structured study days will facilitate classroom-based workshops, lectures and discussions. In addition, student participation, interaction and peer support will be facilitated through the use of an electronic platform.
These approaches will enable students to reflect upon existing knowledge and skills, evaluate evidence, develop problem-solving skills and thus develop personal knowledge in this area of respiratory care.
Additional information
This is the only dedicated MSc programme in the UK.
Please contact Gill Butler on :-
0151 529 6254 or gill.butler@respiratoryeduk.com
Optimising the Management of COPD