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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Effective Practice in Diagnostic Imaging
Reference HS2113 Version 3
Created July 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 8
Approved November 2013 SCQF Points 15
Amended August 2017 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide the student with a basis for the development of clinical judgement, decision making, self awareness and reflection in the context of evidence based practice and personal development planning.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Demonstrate self reflection and the ability to set objectives for personal and professional development.
2 Explain the principles and attributes of evidence based practice in healthcare.
3 Demonstrate clinical reasoning and decision making in the context of radiographic practice and associated outcome measures.

Indicative Module Content
Study skills Sourcing and critique of literature Reflective practice Professionalism Values in Healthcare Personal development planning Continuing professional development Learning styles Evidence based decision making Clinical reasoning and decision making Outcome measures Evidence based practice Audit in healthcare Validity and reliability in research Measurement tools The application of research and audit in healthcare Service evaluation and improvement Journal clubs

Module Delivery
Online activities, tutorials, workshops, directed study.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 40 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 110 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3
Description: Essay/portfolio

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
Performance assessed with a grading proforma
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A You must achieve at least 4 A's, 2 B's and 1 C in any row.
B You must achieve at least 4 B's, 2 C's and 1 D in any row.
C You must achieve at least 4 C's, 2 D's and 1 E in any row.
D You must achieve at least 4 D's and 3 E's in any row.
E You must achieve at least 4 E's and 3 F's in any row.
F You fail to meet the requirements for a grade E.
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of all Stage One modules of BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography will normally be required.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 BURNS, S. & BULMAN, C. 1999 Reflective practice in nursing. Oxford: Blackwell Science.
2 KEMBER D., 2001. Reflective teaching and learning in the health professions. Oxford: John Wiley & Sons.
3 POLGAR,S., & THOMAS,S.A., 2013. Introduction to research in the health sciences. 6th Edition. London: Churchill Livingstone.
4 RAMLAUL, A., 2010. Medical imaging and radiotherapy research. London: Churchill Livingstone.
5 Relevant scientific journals and research articles


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