Module NHS-3210:
Critical Care 2 Advanced
Advanced Critical Care 2024-25
NHS-3210
2024-25
Ysgol Gwyddorau Iechyd
Modiwl - Semester 1 a 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 D-
-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
-another level-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 C- in the Grading Criteria
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse and evaluate the advanced care and management of the critically ill patient and their family in the critical care environment
- Analyse and evaluate the provision and application of evidence based practice within the speciality of critical care
- Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of altered anatomy and physiology
- Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical complexities related to critical care
- Examine and evaluate the appropriate interventions when caring for a critically ill patient and their family
Assessment method
Case Study
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Patient Case Study
Weighting
100%
Due date
28/08/2025
Assessment method
Clinical Practical Assessment
Assessment type
Crynodol
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
Crynodol
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