Module Specification 1. Factual information Module title Non-Malignant Palliative Care Level NQF Level 6 Module tutor Hannah Waterhouse Credit value Module type Distance Learning supported by facilitated study days Notional learning hours 30 (CATS) 15 (ECTS) 300 2. Rationale for the module and its links with other modules Improving the quality of life of people living with long-term conditions is a priority amongst healthcare professionals. The government strategy for palliative care encompasses this and highlights the importance of the provision of palliative care services for non-cancer patients. This module fits within the undergraduate long-term conditions programmes. It is underpinned by the principles of evidence based healthcare and incorporates key concepts of the NHS Long-Term Conditions agenda. Its focus on a management of symptoms across a range of long-term life-limiting conditions complements and underpins the concepts of the disease specific modules by enabling students to develop skills in a broad range of related subject areas. As such, the module has strong links with the optional disease focussed modules offered within the programme pathways. 3. Aims of the module This module is aimed at any health care professional who participates in the delivery and management of care for people experiencing long term symptoms, their families and carers. This module explores the aetiology and impact of major long-term life limiting disease and focuses on the role of symptom management in improving the patient’s quality of life. On completion of the course successful students will be able to suggest, initiate and vary treatment in response to individual needs. They will demonstrate sound knowledge of the literature relevant to symptom relief and supportive and palliative care in relation to the delivery of holistic, evidence based care to patients, their families and carers. 4. Pre-requisite modules or specified entry requirements None specified Non-Malignant Palliative Care NQF Level 6 5. Intended learning outcomes A. Knowledge and understanding Learning and teaching strategy At the end of the module, learners will be Comprehensive distance learning materials supported able to: by interactive activities and face-to-face study days. A1: Evaluate the different assessment tools Further support from student support services available to assess the impact of including telephone & e-mail support and a symptoms in long-term life-limiting comprehensive student guide. disease on quality of life. B. Cognitive skills Learning and teaching strategy At the end of the module learners will be Comprehensive distance learning materials supported able to: by interactive activities and face-to-face study days. B1: Critically examine the differing models Further support from student support services of palliative care and apply these to including telephone & e-mail support and a specific situations. comprehensive student guide. C. Practical and professional skills Learning and teaching strategy At the end of the module, learners will be Comprehensive distance learning materials supported able to: by interactive activities and face-to-face study days. C1: Critically examine the differing Further support from student support services management strategies available for including telephone & e-mail support and a alleviating symptoms in long-term life- comprehensive student guide. limiting disease, including both pharmacological and nonpharmacological options. D Key transferable skills Learning and teaching strategy At the end of the module, learners will be Comprehensive distance learning materials supported able to: by interactive activities and face-to-face study days. D1: Analyse the role of communication Further support from student support services between the multi-disciplinary team, including telephone & e-mail support and a the patient and their wider support comprehensive student guide. network and evaluate the impact of communication on the outcome of different management strategies. Non-Malignant Palliative Care NQF Level 6 6. Indicative content. The subjects covered include: • Understanding symptoms in major life-limiting long-term conditions - impact of co-morbidities • Assessing the impact of symptoms in major life-limiting long-term conditions and formulating a management plan • Maximising therapy (pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches) • Psychological interventions • Professional, moral & ethical issues as they relate to end of life care • Holistic care and patient choice • Evaluation of care and service delivery strategies 7. Assessment strategy, assessment methods and their relative weightings Students are assessed by written assignment. Assignment 1: Students are required to submit a 2000 word, fully referenced assignment which critically evaluates the role of communication in the management of symptoms in major life-limiting long-term conditions. The assignment should be based on a specific patient consultation and should demonstrate the student’s ability to evaluate their own role within this. Assignment 1 comprises 35% of the overall module mark. Assignment 2: Students are required to submit a 3,000 word, fully referenced case study of a patient with long-term symptoms of a major life-limiting long-term condition. Students must demonstrate the ability to critically analyse the relevant evidence base and apply theory to practice in relation to assessment, pharmacological and non pharmacological options for management and evaluating a palliative care approach to this scenario. Assignment 2 comprises 65% of the overall module mark. Criteria for a pass 40% in each element of assessment and 40% overall Reassessment is as per the regulations in the Student Guide Non-Malignant Palliative Care NQF Level 6 8. Mapping of assessment tasks to learning outcomes Assessment Tasks Assignment 1 (35%) Learning Outcome Assignment 2 (65%) A1: Evaluate the different assessment tools available to assess the impact of symptoms of life limiting disease on quality of life. B1: Critically examine the differing models of palliative care and apply these to specific situations. C1: Critically examine the differing management strategies available for alleviating long-term symptoms, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological options. D1: Analyse the role of communication between the multidisciplinary team, the patient and their wider support network and evaluate the impact of communication on the outcome of different management strategies. 9. Teaching staff associated with the module Tutor’s name and contact details Contact hours Hannah Waterhouse, Education for Health Mon – Fri 8:30am – 5:30 pm E-mail: [email protected] 10. Key reading list Author Year Title Publisher Location Department of Health 2009 Your health, your way A guide to long term conditions and self care Department of Health www.dh.gov.uk NICE 2004 Guidance on cancer services: Improving supportive care for adults with cancer NICE www.nice.org.uk 11. Other indicative text (e.g. websites) www.goldstandardsframework.nhs.uk www.endoflifecareforadults.nhs.uk Non-Malignant Palliative Care NQF Level 6
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