Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Nursing and Advanced Practice
Learning Methods
Lecture
Module Offerings
7000ACHD-APR-CTY
7000ACHD-JAN-CTY
7000ACHD-SEP-CTY
Aims
To develop a critical understanding of the aetiology, presentation and impact of congenital heart disease in adults. To explore the specific care requirements of this group of patients.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Demonstrate a higher level of knowledge relating to the impact of common congenital cardiac anomalies on the physical, psychological and social needs of adult patients
2.
Demonstrate a higher level of knowledge of the common interventions and subsequent specific care needs of adult patients with a congenital cardiac anomaly
3.
Demonstrate skills in locating and evaluating a range of relevant bibliographic and information sources in order to inform and develop a critical understanding of current issues in the Congenital Heart Disease field.
4.
Challenge arguments and construct, develop and defend a coherent argument using the conventions and skills of academic scholarship.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:
Developmental anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system - including embryological development of congenital heart defects (CHD) - Pathophysiology and management of different congenital heart conditions - Assessment and therapy strategies to minimise the long-term effects of CHD Healthcare and psycho-social implications - including aspects of the transition from paediatrics to adult care Patient perspective Ethical issues
Developmental anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system - including embryological development of congenital heart defects (CHD) - Pathophysiology and management of different congenital heart conditions - Assessment and therapy strategies to minimise the long-term effects of CHD Healthcare and psycho-social implications - including aspects of the transition from paediatrics to adult care Patient perspective Ethical issues
Module Overview:
This module focuses on developing a critical understanding of congenital heart disease in adults, including its origins, presentation, and impact, and addresses specific care requirements. Topics covered include cardiovascular anatomy, pathophysiology, management, long-term effects, healthcare implications, patient perspectives, and ethical issues.
This module focuses on developing a critical understanding of congenital heart disease in adults, including its origins, presentation, and impact, and addresses specific care requirements. Topics covered include cardiovascular anatomy, pathophysiology, management, long-term effects, healthcare implications, patient perspectives, and ethical issues.
Additional Information:
The assessment has one element: Case report of 4500 words, providing generic information on a relevant condition, but with in-depth focus of a specific area relating to the student's area of work. This could include surgery, post operative ITU care, psychosocial aspects etc. The programme start date will be September 1. The programme has taken account of the appropriate levels of the Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (FHEQ) and is aligned to level 7 descriptors. https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/~/media/sample-sharepoint-libraries/policy-documents/246. pdf This is reflected in the module learning outcomes. The programme has been informed by the most recent QAA Subject Benchmark Statement: Health care Programmes (Nursing) (QAA, 2001; 2015). 2. The module involves classroom attendance, which is further supported by a range of learning support tools. The module is part time and will run over 6 full day sessions. This includes assessment time. 3. Admission criteria onto the module requires candidates to be working or previously have worked within a cardiac speciality. Candidates will have evidence of ability to study at academic level 7. Whilst ideally candidates will have a minimum of a degree (level 6), it is appreciated that some nurses will have not have studied to this level. Additional study skills training will be offered to this group (these are routinely available through the library) Completion of a cardiac 'workbook' as revision of normal cardiac anatomy and physiology will be offered to all students prior to commencement of teaching. 4. The final award is a Level 7 Continuing Professional Development – Adult Congenital Heart Disease: Care of the Patient through their Lifespan 5. The students will have access to a VLE site and the University's other range of electronic support such as access to the electronic library facilities. The module VLE site reflects contemporary reading lists and links to journal articles. The module VLE site also includes a number of presentations for students to access on areas such as critical writing and library support. The students also have access to the module leader through phone contact, emails and face to face meetings. A module guide is also provided, which guides students to the wider range of support available. Students will have an identified a mentor who will offer tutorial support and guidance in the writing of their case study. An Off-Campus Support Gateway is available for students and staff who wish to access LJMU computing and information resources while off-campus. This service is aimed particularly at distance learners, part-time, placement and learning at work students 6. The programme is assessed and run in line with the Academic Framework https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/public-information/academic-quality-and-regulations/academic-framework 7. Attendance is required throughout the module; although some learning material will be available through the VLE site. 8. Validated 2019 9. The methods for improving the quality and standards of learning are as follows: • Continuous Monitoring and Enhancement • Liaison and feedback from the students • Reports from the External Examiner • Programme team ensuring the module reflects the values of the current teaching and learning strategy • Module leader updating knowledge and skills to ensure these remain current and relevant 10. This is a standalone CPD. A specific external examiner will be identified for the module. 11. The approved intake month(s) is flexible 12. Programme Code is 36383
The assessment has one element: Case report of 4500 words, providing generic information on a relevant condition, but with in-depth focus of a specific area relating to the student's area of work. This could include surgery, post operative ITU care, psychosocial aspects etc. The programme start date will be September 1. The programme has taken account of the appropriate levels of the Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (FHEQ) and is aligned to level 7 descriptors. https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/~/media/sample-sharepoint-libraries/policy-documents/246. pdf This is reflected in the module learning outcomes. The programme has been informed by the most recent QAA Subject Benchmark Statement: Health care Programmes (Nursing) (QAA, 2001; 2015). 2. The module involves classroom attendance, which is further supported by a range of learning support tools. The module is part time and will run over 6 full day sessions. This includes assessment time. 3. Admission criteria onto the module requires candidates to be working or previously have worked within a cardiac speciality. Candidates will have evidence of ability to study at academic level 7. Whilst ideally candidates will have a minimum of a degree (level 6), it is appreciated that some nurses will have not have studied to this level. Additional study skills training will be offered to this group (these are routinely available through the library) Completion of a cardiac 'workbook' as revision of normal cardiac anatomy and physiology will be offered to all students prior to commencement of teaching. 4. The final award is a Level 7 Continuing Professional Development – Adult Congenital Heart Disease: Care of the Patient through their Lifespan 5. The students will have access to a VLE site and the University's other range of electronic support such as access to the electronic library facilities. The module VLE site reflects contemporary reading lists and links to journal articles. The module VLE site also includes a number of presentations for students to access on areas such as critical writing and library support. The students also have access to the module leader through phone contact, emails and face to face meetings. A module guide is also provided, which guides students to the wider range of support available. Students will have an identified a mentor who will offer tutorial support and guidance in the writing of their case study. An Off-Campus Support Gateway is available for students and staff who wish to access LJMU computing and information resources while off-campus. This service is aimed particularly at distance learners, part-time, placement and learning at work students 6. The programme is assessed and run in line with the Academic Framework https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/public-information/academic-quality-and-regulations/academic-framework 7. Attendance is required throughout the module; although some learning material will be available through the VLE site. 8. Validated 2019 9. The methods for improving the quality and standards of learning are as follows: • Continuous Monitoring and Enhancement • Liaison and feedback from the students • Reports from the External Examiner • Programme team ensuring the module reflects the values of the current teaching and learning strategy • Module leader updating knowledge and skills to ensure these remain current and relevant 10. This is a standalone CPD. A specific external examiner will be identified for the module. 11. The approved intake month(s) is flexible 12. Programme Code is 36383