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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
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| Module Title | |||
| Clinical Therapeutics 2 | |||
| Reference | PL3003 | Version | 1 |
| Created | April 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 9 |
| Approved | June 2022 | SCQF Points | 30 |
| Amended | August 2019 | ECTS Points | 15 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To integrate and apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to implement evidence-based therapeutics and the integration of these into therapeutic plans for individual patients. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically evaluate the pathophysiology, pharmacology and evidence-based therapeutics of commonly occurring disease states. |
| 2 | Synthesise appropriate therapeutic strategies in relation to a range of diseases |
| 3 | Justify effective drug and non-drug interventions for improving the health of patients and clients. |
| 4 | Consult effectively to gather relevant information from patients to develop patient centred health outcomes. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Integration of the scientific principles and clinical skills required to develop evidence based therapeutic plans for individual patients. Topics include: differentiation between minor illness and major disease including gastrointestinal and respiratory systems, skin, acute pain, womens' health, child health, eyes and ear, sexual health. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This module is delivered with a mix of lectures and case study-based tutorials and practical lab sessions, supplemented by formative self-assessment. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 60 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 240 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 300 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
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| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Practical Exam | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | An objective structured clinical examination. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| To pass this module, the student must achieve a PASS in the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| Pass | A pass in the OSCE. |
| Fail | An unsuccessful attempt at the OSCE. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Successful completion of MPharm Stage 2 or equivalent. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | ROYAL PHARMACEUTICAL SOCIETY, 2023. Medicines, Ethics and Practice. A guide for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. London: Pharmaceutical Press. |
| 2 | ADDISON, B., BROWN, A., EDWARDS, R. and GRAY, G., 2016. Minor Illness or Major Disease? Sixth edition. London: Pharmaceutical Press. |
| 3 | BLENKINSOPP, A., and PAXTON, P., 2014. Symptoms in the Pharmacy: A Guide to the Management of Common Illness. Seventh edition. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing. |
| 4 | RUTTER, P., 2017. Community Pharmacy: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment. Fourth edition. London: Churchill Livingstone. |