Module NHS-4131:
Infection Prevention 1
Infection Prevention Microcredit 1 2024-25
NHS-4131
2024-25
School of Health Sciences
Module - Semester 2
5 credits
Module Organiser:
Tracey Cooper
Overview
The module explores key practices in relation to infection prevention and control, and critically appraises best practice evidence.
Course content may include the following: - Infection risks presented by invasive devices and extremes of age - Best practices in relation to the management of invasive devices - Mitigating the risks of infection which arise from extremes of age
This builds upon the core learning in Infection Prevention Microcredit 1.
Course content may include the following:
- Introduction to online module –“how to” guide
- Infection risks presented by invasive devices and extremes of age
- Best practices in relation to the management of invasive devices
- Mitigating the risks of infection which arise from extremes of age
Assessment Strategy
Students at level 7 will have their work assessed based on the following criteria:
50% - 59% Pass - Students demonstrate a satisfactory level of knowledge, understanding and strategies to introduce sustainable practices in their setting.
60% - 69% Merit - Students demonstrate a good level of knowledge, understanding and strategies to introduce sustainable practices in their setting.
70% + Distinction - Students demonstrate an excellent level of knowledge, understanding and strategies to introduce sustainable practices in their setting
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse the burden of healthcare-associated infections and their impact on individuals and wider society.
- Critically appraise literature pertaining to infection prevention.
Assessment method
Blog/Journal/Review
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Students will submit a reflective assignment of 1000 words on an aspect of the module in order to meet the module learning outcomes.
Weighting
100%
Due date
27/03/2025
Assessment method
Blog/Journal/Review
Assessment type
Formative
Weighting
0%
Due date
27/02/2025