Managing the Patient with Cardiorespiratory Problems

Programmes

• BSc Physiotherapy

Level

Year Two

The module will prepare students for clinical practice within medical and surgical, cardiovascular and cardio-respiratory healthcare. Knowledge will be developed of relevant scientific principles with application to real-world scenarios. This will be achieved through use of case study material and skills development necessary for students to acquire clinically relevant and evidence-based knowledge and understanding. High-fidelity simulation activities will promote development of practical and clinical reasoning skills aimed at promoting safe and effective practice.

Practical sessions will include the acquisition of appropriate assessment, management and treatment skills through the integration of theory and practice and the principles of clinical effectiveness. Students will be assisted in the development of an holistic and person-centred approach to promote shared decision-making within their physiotherapy service provision.  

Assessment

• Written assignment - Evidenced-based essay based on a provided scenario / case study                             
• Practical assessment