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Accredited ModuleNewcastle UniversityLevel 7, 10 credits

Health Care Quality

What is it about?

This module provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding required for gastrointestinal (GI) physiology.

Who is it for?

Health care science workforce


What will participants learn?


Intended Knowledge Outcomes:
•Describe the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system
•Describe the action and control of saliva, gastric acid & pepsin, pancreatic enzymes and bicarbonate and bile salts.
•Describe the parasympathetic & sympathetic nerves, intrinsic nerve plexuses and the concept of neurotransmitters & hormones in relation to the gastrointestinal tract.
•Describe the enzymatic breakdown of protein, polysaccharides & sugars, solubilisation & hydrolysis of fat, mucosal digestion & transport, water & fat soluble vitamins and vitamin B12 in relation to digestion and absorption.
•Describe techniques used in the investigation of the motility of the gastrointestinal tract.
Explain the test protocols relating to non-invasive breath tests.
•Discuss the clinical concepts of intubation of the gastrointestinal tract including infection control and asepsis.
•Critically discuss the major risk factors, common disease and infections of gastrointestinal disorders.
•Discuss intubation & extubation techniques and complications in the investigation of benign gastrointestinal disease and the patient pathway in relation to common pathological conditions associated with gastrointestinal disorders.

 

How will it be delivered?

Approx. 5 teaching days across 6 weeks


How will participants be assessed?

60 minute written examination
1000 word written exercise


What experience / qualifications do participants need?

Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2:1) in a pure or applied science area relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. Applicants with a relevant 2:2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying.


Code

HSC8048

Level / Credits

7 / 10

When is it?  

31/09 - 8/11/2019


Where is it?

Newcastle University


What are the contact dates students need to attend university?

31/09 - 8/11/2019 (approx. 5 days within this block)

 
University Contact Details

Name: Rob Carter
Email: pgclinsci@ncl.ac.uk
Telephone: 0191 208 7223

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