1. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of the key aspects of anaesthetic practice, including a detailed knowledge of contemporary anaesthetic equipment and drugs used in elective and emergency situations (Knowledge & understanding)

2. Analyse and communicate data relating to the patient's condition appropriately and accurately demonstrating effective problem solving and decision making in routine, complex and unpredictable situations (Application, Communication, Problem Solving)

3. Critically evaluate local and national guidelines and policies in relation to clinical emergencies, demonstrating their application in patient care and treatment during emergency situations (Analysis, Application)

4. Manage own learning and workload to demonstrate the qualities and transferable skills necessary for developing best clinical practice in anaesthetic care (Reflection)

Case Study - a 3000 word analysis and evaluation of an agreed anaesthetic technique to provide a rationale for choice of procedure, drugs used and patient care interventions. Weighted 50% (assessing LO's 1 and 2)

Viva voce of 45 minutes - Students will discuss identification, pathophysiology and management of 2 clinical emergency situations selected at random from 5 possible emergency scenarios. Weighted 50% (assessing LO's 2 and 3)

Practice outcomes - Student will submit a completed, assessment record and supporting evidence. Weighted 0% - Pass/Fail -(assessing LO's 1, 2, 3 and 4)

Students must pass ALL elements of assessment

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Students will attend assessment tutorials to receive feedback on assignment plans and areas of revision.
Students will participate in discussion forums and receive feedback on their contributions.
Formative feedback will be provided during clinical placements at mid-placement.

Course Introduction/Introduction to Anaesthesia:
- Course introduction and assessment process.
- Launch assessments
- Anaesthetic equipment & standards for minimal monitoring

Pharmacology
- Triad of anaesthesia
- Narcosis
- Relaxation
- Analgesia
- Medical gases
- Intra-venous infusion
- Local/regional anaesthesia

Monitoring:
- Haemodynamic monitoring
- Blood gas analysis
- Respiratory & ventilatory support

Specialist techniques:
- ENT anaesthesia
- Obstetric anaesthesia
- Paediatric anaesthesia

Emergencies:-
- Emergency anaesthesia
- Management of haemorrhage
- Shock
- Cardiovascular & respiratory drugs
- Clinical emergencies
- Intercurrent disease

Applicants must have registered status (NMC or HCPC) and must be employed in the operating department. Consideration may be given to registered nurses from other practice areas but they must be able to access supervised practice in the operating department in line with course requirements

Access to Blackboard
Hardware to conduct tutorials via Skype (webcam & microphone/headset)
Copyright permissions to develop and publish selected readings from key texts

Aitkenhead, A. R., Moppett, I. and Thompson, J. (2013) Smith and Aitkenhead's Textbook of Anaesthesia: Expert Consult (6th Edition). Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone
Allman, K. and Wilson, I. (2011) Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia (3rd Edition). Oxford: Oxford University Press
Al-Shaikh, B. and Stacey, S. (2013) Essentials of Anaesthetic Equipment (4th Edition). London: Churchill Livingstone
Smith, S., Scarth, E. and Sasada, M. (2011) Drugs in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care (4th Edition). Oxford: Oxford University Press

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (58 hours)
56 hours Workshops
2 hours Group tutorial

Students will also undertake a period of supervised & assessed clinical practice to provide access to a relevant range of clinical experiences to complete the practice-based element of assessment. This equates to a further 330 hours

Guided Independent Study: (542 hours)
236 hours Reading
150 hours Blackboard Activities
156 hours Preparation for assessments

This module will enable you to demonstrate a systematic understanding of the key aspects of anaesthetic practice, including a detailed knowledge of contemporary anaesthetic equipment and drugs used in elective and emergency situations. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of the pharmacology of anaesthesia, including the triad of anaesthesia, narcosis, medical gases, analgesia, and local/regional anaesthesia. You will develop your clinical skills in haemodynamic monitoring, blood gas analysis, and respiratory and ventilatory support. You will gain experience in specialist techniques for ENT, obstetric and paediatric anaesthesia. You will critically evaluate national and local policies, procedures and guidelines relating to clinical emergencies, management of haemorrhage and shock, cardiovascular and respiratory drugs, and emergency anaesthesia. You must be a registered practitioner (NMC or HCPC) working in the operating department, and you will undertake a period of supervised and assessed clinical practice to provide access to a relevent range of clinical experiences to complete the practice-based element of assessment.