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

In this module you will learn about how living with a chronic disease (or diseases) may impact the individual, their family, friends, and carers. You will be invited to focus on one chronic condition pertinent to your clinical practice that is recognized globally, nationally or locally as a health priority. You will then use an evidence-informed approach to explore the role of the nurse in the enhancement of patient outcomes and the development of effective self-management strategies.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically evaluate the evidence-base underpinning current practice in the management of people affected by chronic diseases.

LO2: Evaluate the social and psychological impact of conclusive diagnosis of a chronic disease on people and their family/ carers.

LO3: Critically appraise the role of the multidisciplinary team in promoting self-management to enable people to live positively with a chronic disease.

LO4: Evaluate current local practice and possible changes to improve psychological symptoms and health, and well-being for people living with one or more chronic diseases.