Course Catalogue

Nursing and Advanced Practice

To develop a critical understanding of high quality, patient/client centred nephrology

Outline Syllabus:Outline Syllabus: Normal and disordered physiology relevant to the Renal specialty. Exploration of assessment strategies most relevant to the Renal area. Roles and responsibilities in relation to assessment of individual client groups. Specialist management using an holistic approach to individual client groups which incorporates a review of the patient ‘s journey from first contact including GP services in primary care and referral to nephrology services, intermediate care to continuing care and end of life. Examination and application of models, care pathways and benchmarking strategies applicable to client groups within the pathways. Review of traditional and complementary modes of management of clients with review of current evidence based practice. International, local initiatives and guidelines in relation to healthcare practice i.e. NHS plan, Patients Charter, NSF, NICE guidelines. Development of interpersonal skills which promote collaborative care. Develop strategies to promote the health and well being of individuals and prevention of adverse health effects. Development Knowledge of specialist equipment and devices. Demonstration of the collection, analysis and evaluation of evidence and research from a variety of informational base resources. Recognition of environmental factors implicated in the health and well being of individuals. Interpersonal and communication skills in relation to people management. Accountability and legal implications related to quality and standards in relation to health care. Roles and responsibilities in relation to ethical and moral dilemmas encountered within the healthcare setting. Use of audit to enhance care and practice within the clinical setting. Review and examine teaching methods and strategies in relation to the promotion of patient and peer education. Culture, equality and diversity issues. Consent, empowerment and decision making approaches.

Module Overview:
To develop a critical understanding of high quality, patient/client centred nephrology

Additional Information:Students will be enabled to utilize their theoretical and work based knowledge in order to advance practice in their clinical environment 1. The module learning outcomes and relevant subject benchmark statements are in line with the QAA framework for higher education qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The module is aligned to the Level 6 descriptors for a Level 6 Higher Education Qualification. 2. The module involves classroom attendance, which is further supported by a range of learning support tools. This is part time over 14 weeks. 3. The criteria for admission to the module require that candidates are currently working/engaging within renal services. 4. The final award is a Continuing Professional Development – Developments in Renal Care, 30 credits at Level 6. 5. The students have access to a VLE Canvas site and the University's other range of electronic support such as access to the electronic library facilities. The module has continued to develop with an up to date canvas site reflecting contemporary reading lists and links to journal articles. The module canvas site has also developed and now includes a number of presentations / Panopto 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 if this is viable. A module guide is also provided, which guides students to the wider range of support available to 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 canvas site. 8. Module review undertaken 2022 9. The methods for improving the quality and standards of learning are as follows: • continuous monitoring and enhancements (CME) • Liaison and feedback from the students • Reports from 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 is identified for the module. 11.The Intake date for the CPD is January. 12. CPD course code is 35812