NB30107: Meeting the Needs of Older People in Diverse Care Settings: Summative Assessment 1 and 2
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Description
Module overview
This module focuses on managing the complex needs of older people in a variety of care settings.
The module encourages the student to apply evidence to practice through exploration of interventions to prevent a cascade of dependence throughout the patient journey; examination of the practical strategies for the treatment of acute ill health plus long term conditions management including palliative care; an exploration of the psychological impact of ill health and supportive care strategies.
Current local, national and international initiatives aimed at improving physical and mental health care will be interpreted in relation to practice. Issues which bridge primary and secondary care are examined for example, preventing unscheduled admission and medicines management. Examination and critical discussion of the potential impact(s) of the clinical care culture, ageism and ageist treatment of older people in diverse care settings including the influence of nursing attitudes on therapeutic care delivery.
Each unit is underpinned by material to support critical thinking around Care, Compassion and Dignity within the care environment
Assessment strategy
The module assessment comprises of:-
- Summative assessment 1 (15%) – Participation in on-line discussion (1000 word equivalent). Participation over weeks 7 and 8
- Summative assessment 2 (85%) – Critical appraisal of the evidence for practice improvement (3500 words) Submitted in Week 12
Assessment strategy
The module assessment comprises of:-
- Summative assessment 1 (15%) – Participation in on-line discussion (1000 word equivalent). Participation over weeks 7 and 8
- Summative assessment 2 (85%) – Critical appraisal of the evidence for practice improvement (3500 words) Submitted in Week 12
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