Core Module Information
Module title: Care of the Sick Child

SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: CHN08100
Module leader: MRS MAGS CROWLEY
School
Subject area group: Nursing Midwifery & Social Care
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

Pathophysiology, treatment and management of the following in a family centred care context:
Respiratory disorders Cardiac disorders
Neurological disorders Orthopaedic disorders
Gastrointestinal and Liver disorders Genitourinary and Renal Endocrine and Metabolic disorders disorders
Haematology, Oncology and Immunology disorders Ear nose, throat and
Burns and Plastics disorders Dermatology disorders
Preparation for procedures and surgery Consent and legal capacity
Preparation for discharge Bio-psychosocial model of care
Developmental anatomy and physiology of children

Learning Outcomes for module:

LO1: Examine developmental anatomy of infants, children and young people
LO2: Discuss pathophysiology related to illness and injury in childhood
LO3: Discuss physiological aspects of assessment and management
LO4: Utilising a problem solving approach apply pathophysiology to the care planning of infants, children and young people
LO5: Consider the bio-psychosocial impact of illness or injury in a family centred care context

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