3 presentations, each reflecting the progress of the student in meeting their individual learning objectives.

Presentation

This document is carefully linked to the student&#39;s learning agreement and will enable them to demonstrate how they have met their learning objectives

Portfolio

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.

Developments in Renal Care - 6009HEAL

Developments in Renal Care

Plan, develop and present the students own negotiated learning objectives, within their area of practice.

Demonstrate knowledge of new technology in relation to the Renal area

Synthesize knowledge of holistic care to develop best practice, bench marking within renal care.

Critically evaluate health and safety issues impacting upon the patient, family and staff within renal care.

Critically analyse and promote their role within a framework of collaborative practice.

Develop an understanding of the relationship between psychological /psychosocial and physiological aspects of Renal care.

Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of normal and disordered physiology relevant to their renal specialty.

Critically analyse the contribution of interpersonal skills in relation to the promotion of collaborative practice.

Develop strategies that promote health education and patient empowerment within renal care.