Integrated Pharmaceutical and Patient Care 2
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| PHAR4015 | Pharmacy | 4 | 20 | Spring UK |
- Code
- PHAR4015
- School
- Pharmacy
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module advances the knowledge of disease management and conditions covered previously and introduces new diseases and conditions via case studies. It develops teaching, assessment and presentation skills. Working in small sub-groups, they will teach the rest of their group about their case in small group sessions.
The module takes a patient focussed approach to medicine optimisation and follows patients through a number of care pathways. The module will consolidate the principles of management of complex, comorbid patients and patients prescribed multiple medicines to manage coexisting problems, further developing the ability of students to manage these patients. Students will develop their problem solving skills and their abilities in application of therapeutics to these complex patients. Students will develop critical thinking and decision-making, team working, and teaching skills.
The course facilitates independent learning and helps students acquire teaching skills. Presented with patient scenarios, medical records and medication charts/prescriptions, students are expected to critically evaluate, prioritise problems and incorporate clinical evidence into therapeutic recommendations.
Target Students
Only available for MPharm (Year 4) and MPharm 5 Year (Year 4) students
Classes
Note that the following is an estimate only: 55 hours contact time, 145 hours self-directed study, revision and assessment. Total = 200 hours
Assessment
- 60% Oral Exam: Oral exam - May exam period.
- 40% Exam 1 (1-hour): Online open book exam - May exam period
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
To advance the student’s skills and knowledge in disease management and medicine optimisation. To develop students’ skills in critical thinking, teaching and learning, communication, problem-solving, leadership and working in teams.Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes within the MPharm curriculum are aligned to those described by the General Pharmaceutical Council’s Standards for the Initial Education and Training for Pharmacists 2021. Further information on how this module contributes to attainment of these outcomes is detailed within the module information and handbook provided within Moodle.