Overview

This course may include but is not limited to Pathophysiology Respiratory/ Cardiovascular/Renal/Neurological systems, Haemodynamic monitoring, Fluid Management, Pharmacology, Principles of Ventilation, Respiratory support, tracheostomy, condition specific care, Haemofiltration, Ethical consideration of withdrawal of care/end of life/Organ Donation

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -Basic understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module. Basic understanding of professional issues related to critical care. Students will be required to achieve a minimum of D-

-good -Very good understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module and evidence of additional evidence gained by the student. Very good understanding of professional issues in critical care. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade B- in the Grading Criteria

-excellent -Excellent understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module and evidence of additional evidence gained by the student. Excellent understanding of professional issues in critical care. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade A- in the Grading Criteria

-another level-Good understanding of the facts and principles specific to the topics covered in this module and evidence of additional evidence gained by the student. Very good understanding of professional issues in critical care. This equates to a minimum mark of Grade C- in the Grading Criteria

Learning Outcomes

• Analyse and evaluate the advanced care and management of the critically ill patient and their family in the critical care environment

• Analyse and evaluate the provision and application of evidence based practice within the speciality of critical care

• Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of altered anatomy and physiology

• Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical complexities related to critical care

• Examine and evaluate the appropriate interventions when caring for a critically ill patient and their family