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Core Module Information
Module title: Assessing Need And Delivering Holistic Care In Learning Disability Nursing
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: LDN08119
Module leader: Ian Stables
School School of Health & Social Care
Subject area group: Nursing
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module will build on your knowledge and understanding in relation to person/relationship centred care delivery in Learning Disability nursing. You will engage in scenario based learning to support your development of holistic assessment skills in relation to the health and well-being of people with Learning Disabilities. You will examine the results of patient assessments and following review of the evidence base, including clinical guidelines, you will prioritise and plan delivery of care utilising both pharmacological and non-pharmacological nursing interventions in relation to Learning Disability nursing You will consider the impact of altered health on individuals and explore the importance of communicating effectively with people with Learning Disabilities /families and carers to develop a shared understanding of prescribed treatments.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Formulate a plan of care based on a holistic person/relationship centred assessment.

LO2: Identify altered health and its impact on individuals.

LO3: Explore evidence to prioritise both pharmacological and non-pharmacological care.

LO4: Develop insight into the principles of pharmacodynamics/pharmacokinetics.

LO5: Exemplify the ability to work with individuals, families and carers to develop a shared understanding of prescribed treatments.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, Blended, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Ian Stables
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 24 TUTORIAL group tutorials will be offered focussed on supporting module content and discussing the formative assessment task and will involve a peer feedback session. This is intended to support all students in the tutorial to learn from each other fostering an assessment for learning approach.
Face To Face Lecture 6 LECTURE Learning & Teaching Activity - Lecture LTA Description - Lectures will be pre-recorded and uploaded weekly on the VLE at least 5 days prior to the seminar to allow you to access at a time most suitable for you.
Online Guided independent study 170 Each week reading materials and resources will be issued on Moodle (these will also be shared via the Module leganto list at the beginning of the module should you wish more time to engage with the materials). You are expected to read and reflect on the essential reading material which can be discussed during the seminar sessions. Resources to help you to read and take productive study notes created by the University's Academic Skills team can be accessed on the module moodle page.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Structures Clinical Exam (OSCE) 100 1~2~3~4~5 Exam Period HOURS= 0.32 mins The summative assessment will take the form of an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). You will progress through multiple stations, requiring you to complete tasks covering holistic assessment and planning care specific to your field.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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