Modiwl NHS-4443:
Critical Care 2 Advanced
Advanced Critical Care 2024-25
NHS-4443
2024-25
School of Health Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Eirlys Walker
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 C-
-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
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse and evaluate the advanced care and management of the critically ill patient and their family in the critical care environment
- Critically analyse and evaluate the provision and application of evidence based practice within the speciality of critical care
- Critically appraise and synthesise the concept of legal and ethical complexities related to critical care
- Critically examine and evaluate the appropriate interventions when caring for a critically ill patient and their family
- Demonstrate a deep and systematic understanding of altered anatomy and physiology
Assessment method
Case Study
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Case Study
Weighting
100%
Due date
28/08/2025
Assessment method
Clinical Practical Assessment
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Clinical Competencies Students will be expected to complete Clinical Competencies. These will be the National Competency framework for Adult Critical Care Steps 2 and 3 competencies. The students will be allocated the competencies in sections according to the topics covered in the taught sessions.
Weighting
0%
Due date
28/08/2025
Assessment method
Clinical Practical Assessment
Assessment type
Summative
Description
OSCE The students will be expected to complete an OSCE assessment based on assessment and management of a critically ill adult.
Weighting
0%
Due date
14/08/2025