Formative feedback: tutorials, seminar presentation

4,000 word case study focussing on an issue from practice which is relevant to the indicative content and learning outcomes of the module - 100%
This module will run over 2 semesters, with contact primarily occurring during the first semester. This will allow for adequate time for reflection, application and independent study in the second semester.

All learning outcomes achieved

Registered Nurses/Midwives/Health Visitors or any professionally qualified healthcare worker with at least 6 months experience, whose sphere of work involves the care of people with cancer in an appropriate setting.

Clarke D Flanagan J & Kendrick K (eds)(2002) Advancing Nursing Practice in cancer and palliative care. Palgrave Macmillan ISBN ) 0-333-77766-2
Department of Health - Cancer website at www.doh.gov.uk/cancer
Diamond J (1998) C: Because Cowards get cancer too. Vermillion. London
Houldin A (2002) Patients with cancer - understanding the psychological Pain. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Kaye P (1999) Decision Making in palliative Care. EPL Publications. Northampton

Recommended texts, journals, and reputable web based information, key evidence based practice resources, key policy and practice documents, video, taught module content.

Interactive lectures10%, specialist lectures 10%, peer group learning 10%, debate 2%, seminars 8%, reflection 25%, tutorials 1%, accessing reputable web based materials 4%, independent study 30%.

The nature of cancer
The organisation of cancer services, including an exploration of current Government Targeted Health Care Strategies
Current and innovative treatment approaches
The scope of cancer care practice
Health promotion, education and screening
Rehabilitation and survivorship
Quality of Life as a concept
Interpersonal skills
Differing professional roles
Moral and ethical issues in cancer care
Cancer, body image and sexuality
Supportive care and symptom management
Evidence based practice