3000 word critically evaluated case study which explores the pathophysiology, management and effects of heart failure.
(addressing all LO's)

Formative Assessment / Feedback:
Tutorials, seminar presentations

Scottish Intercollegiate Guidlines Network (2007) Management of Chronic heart failure, (online at www.sign.ac.uk)
National Centre for Health & Clinical Excellence (2010) Chronic Heart Failure: NICE Guidline (online at www.nice.org.uk)

Current Professional Registration in healthcare

Library
IT resources

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (42 hours)
7 hours Lectures
7 hours Group discussion
7 hours Problem-based learning
7 hours Group work
7 hours Case study analysis
7 hours Skills lab

Guided Independent Study: (108 hours)
58 hours Reading, Study and Blackboard
50 hours Assignment preparation

Physiology relating to the heart; Pathophysiology relating to heart failure; Aetiology; The Evidence base for interventions; Cardiac rehabilitation; The role of the multi-disciplinary team; Management of heart failure from a pharmacological and non-pharmacological perspective; Investigations and their interpretations; Surgical interventions; Psycho-social issues relating to care; Models of care; The recognition and management of acute exacerbation of heart failure; Palliative care; Promoting self-care; Principles of running a clinic for heart failure.

Managing heart failure effectively needs an integrated approach that encompasses evidence based medical care and lifestyle management to optimise symptom control and improve mortality. This module focuses on giving you the opportunity to increase your knowledge and understanding of heart failure and thus enhance the care of your patients with the disease.