This module will: provide an opportunity for students to explore the theory of wound management to support personal reflection and clinical practice, to facilitate an awareness of applying research based findings in order to change practice. Students will also consider the impact of professional judgement and accountability when manageing acute and chronic wounds.

Key Lecturers and use of specialist spacers 20%
Debate and reflection on practice 10%
Discussion and group work 5%
Independent Study 65%

Summative Assessment:
A case study weighted at 100% (contributes to LO 1,2,and 3)
A systematic evaluative and reflective case study of a client from practice. With particular reference to the assessment, implementation, management and evaluation of their wound management in the context of the holistic proless.

Formative Assessment:
Tutorials, Problem solving activities

Working where tissue viability management is a key feature

Dealey, C. (2003), The Care of Wounds, A Guide for Nurses, 3rd edition, Oxford, Blackwell Science Ltd (ISBN 0-632-05237-6)
White, R.J. (2003) Trends in Wound Care, Vol II, Quay Books, Salisbury. (ISBN 1-85642-246-1)
White, R.J. (2004) Trends in Wound Care, Vol III, Quay Books, Salisbury. (ISBN 1-85642-280-1)

Clinical Nurse Specialists in Tissue Viability
Libraries - CD ROM, Internet, Blackboard
Computer facilities, videos and textbooks
Journal of Wound Care and other Professional journals
Health Service documentation and reports
Local and National Clinical Guidelines