Module Descriptors
THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF RESPIRATORY DISORDERS (COPD) LEVEL 3
XCPD60434
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 6
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 52
Independent Study Hours: 98
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- CASE BASED STUDY weighted at 100%
- CLINICAL PRACTICE weighted at 0%
Module Details
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Any qualified health care professional working with persons with COPD
Module Texts
Muncey, T and Parker, A (2002) Chronic Disease Management - A practical guide. PALGRAVE, London ISBN 0 ? 333-73693-1
Bellamy, D and Booker, R (2004) COPD in Primary Care. Class Publishing ISBN 1- 859-59104-3
Bellamy, D and Booker, R (2004) COPD in Primary Care. Class Publishing ISBN 1- 859-59104-3
Module Learning Strategies
Structured study days comprising : interactice class discussion (25%); lectures (35%); tutorials (5%) experiential work in the clinical environment (15%); group work (20%)
Independent study hours comprising self directed activity, reading, library time, writing assisgnment
Independent study hours comprising self directed activity, reading, library time, writing assisgnment
Module Additional Assessment Details
A reflective CASE STUDY length 3000 words. The written case study relates to the assessment and delivery of quality care for a patient with COPD focusing on collaborative working (contributes to the achievement of learning outcomes 1,2,3,4)
A CLINICAL PRACTICE assessment be must passed which includes demonstration of peak flow measurement, spirometry, inhaler technique.(pass/fail)
(contributes to the achievement of learning outcomes 1,2)
Formative feedback :Tutorials
Both Assessments elements must be passed.
A CLINICAL PRACTICE assessment be must passed which includes demonstration of peak flow measurement, spirometry, inhaler technique.(pass/fail)
(contributes to the achievement of learning outcomes 1,2)
Formative feedback :Tutorials
Both Assessments elements must be passed.
Module Resources
Library
Internet Access
COPD Clinics and respiratory specialists
Internet Access
COPD Clinics and respiratory specialists
Module Indicative Content
Physiology and pathophysiology of the respiratory system; diagnosis and management of COPD; the application and interpretation of lung function tests; practical aspects of spirometry and inhaler technique; patient education; therapeutic management of acute exacerbations; collaborative working for optimal patient care; review of guidelines and political drives influencing COPD; review of evidence based nursing care; monitoring and evaluation of care; patient perception of intervention.