What is it about?
Develop knowledge and skills for undertaking a comprehensive health history and physical assessment. In order to ensure safe patient care, students will be engaged in practical skills and knowledge and development.
Who is it for?
It is suitable for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists, paramedics. It is aimed at practitioners who undertake these skills as part of their role and able to perform in practice.
What will participants learn?
The module content includes;
- patient-practitioner communication;
- health history;
- clinical examination of physical systems;
- symptom recognition;
- patient management
How will it be delivered?
Blended and simulation.
How will participants be assessed?
Student assessment is via examination which involves an objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) and written paper.
What experience / qualifications do participants need?
The student must be in a role where assessment of the newborn and neonate are required. This will enhance learning by ensuring a strong theory-practice link. It is strongly recommended that students identify clinical support mechanism for the duration of the module to aid learning.
Code
AC6711
Level
6
Credits
20
When is it?
From October 2019
Where is it?
Northumbria University and practice environments (if required).
University Contact Details
Name: Peter Dryden
Email: P.Dryden@northumbria.ac.uk
Telephone: 0191 349 5600
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