30 minute Seminar Presentation (100%) meeting outcomes 1, 2 and 4
Students will identify clinical risks throughout the surgical phase and discuss management of patient safety in accordance with local/national guidelines and policy

Practice Outcomes (0% Pass / Fail) meeting module outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4
Students will submit a completed assessment record and supporting evidence.

Students must pass both elements of assessment


Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):

Completion of a problem-based learning activity
Completion of surgical worksheets
Participation in aseptic technique workshop

Core Concepts:
Introduction to health & safety
Environmental conditions
Disposal of waste
Sharps safety
Accounting for swabs, needles & instruments
Introduction to microbiology & infection control principles
Standard Precautions
The surgical scrub
Principles of asepsis

Practice:
Surgical equipment
Surgical instrumentation
Equipment for minimally invasive surgery
Sutures & needles
Dressings
Drains
Electrosurgical equipment
Tourniquets & exsanguinators
Principles of planning surgical care
Surgical techniques
- Gynaecology
- Orthopaedic
- Gastrointestinal
- Urology
WHO Patient Safety Checklist
Correct site surgery
VTE assessment and prophylaxis
Pressure ulceration risk assessment and prophylaxis
Patient positioning

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (69 hours)
45 hours Lecture
4 hours Tutorial Support
10 hours Workshops
9 hours Problem-based learning support and formative assessment
1 hours Assessment

Guided Indepdendent Study: (231 hours)
135 hours Reading & Blackboard Activities
40 hours Assessment preparation
26 hours Completion of work sheets
10 hours Problem-based learning - student led
20 hours Reflection on Practice

Clinical Practice in accordance with professional body requirements

Skills laboratory and access to surgical gloves, gowns, drapes and surgical instrumentation

Henry, M. M. and Thompson, J. N. (2004) Clinical Surgery (2nd Edition). London: Saunders
McLatchie, G., Borley, N. and Chiwke, J. (2007) Oxford Handbook of Clinical Surgery (3rd Edition). Oxford: Oxford University Press
Phillips, N. (2007) Berry & Kohn's Operating Room Technique (11th Edition). Philadelphia: Mosby
Rothrock, J. C. (2011) Alexander's Care of the Patient in Surgery (14th Edition). St Louis: Elsevier Mosby

Students must meet the entry criteria for the Diploma (HE) Operating Department Practice Award or must be a registered health care professional working in the operating department.

1. Demonstrate fundamental clinical skills and knowledge associated with the provision of safe and effective surgical practice. (sg1, sg2, sg11) (application, Knowledge and Understanding, Learning)

2. Evaluate and interpret local and national policies and guidelines underpinning safe surgical practice. (sg1, sg2, sg4, sg6, sg8) (Analysis, Communication, Learning, Problem Solving)

3. Evaluate and effectively communicate data relating to the patient's condition during surgery. (sg1, sg2, sg4, sg6, sg10, sg11) (Analysis, Communication, Learning)

4. Demonstrate qualities and transferable skills for surgical practice and how these influence personal and professional development. (sg1, sg4, sg5, g7, sg12) (Analysis, Problem Solving, Reflection)