Care and assessment of the acutely ill child
Who should attend this course?
This Care and assessment of the acutely ill child course is designed for qualified healthcare professionals working in a range of clinical settings that deal with children and young people.
The course may be taken as a standalone module or as part of a post graduate award, e.g. Post Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree.
Course content
In response to the dynamic challenges in practice, the course has been developed to provide practitioners with the knowledge and skills to undertake effective assessment of the acutely ill child and devise appropriate care packages and management plans.
It aims to develop professional competence in managing the care of the acutely ill children and young people through simulation, practical skills workshops, lectures and group discussion.
The topics covered include:
- Revision of altered anatomy and physiology in the acutely ill child
- Skills workshops
- Planning care
- Assessment of acute care issues – respiratory conditions
- Neurological conditions pain, shock, acid/base balance
- ECG and arterial blood gas workshops
- Scenarios considering the assessment and management of acute conditions
Download a printable version of the leaflet for the care and assessment of the acutely ill child
How does this module map the NHS KSF?
This module contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for KSF:
- Core dimensions 1, 2 and 5
- Health and wellbeing 1, 2, 6, 7, 8 and 9
- Information and knowledge 3
Assessment
Assessment will include the submission of a clinical assessment portfolio alongside a written piece considering a case study identified from practice.
Why choose this course?
How to apply
Apply for the Care and assessment fo the acutely ill child
Entry requirements...
This course is designed for qualified healthcare professionals working in a range of clinical settings that deal with children and young people
2013
| Start Date | End Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 27/01/2014 | 14/04/2014 |
Course fees
Credit level for this course: 30 credits at level 6 or 7.
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Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time