School of Health & Social care
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
PRINCIPLES of ORTHOPAEDIC and TRAUMA CARE
MODULE CODE : UZWR37-20-3
Module Handbook
Post Qualifying Programmes
BSc (Hons) Specialist Practice
BSc (hons) Professional Studies
Academic Year 2010/2011
12th January 2011 – 25th May 2011
Content
Page Number
Who’s who 3
Module enrolment information 4
Module Specification 5 - 8
Welcome 9
Accessing E Learning Activities & Information 11
Mind Mapping 14
Assessment Guide
Element 1 Mind Map & reflection on learning 16
Element 2 Clinical Guideline appraisal 17
Submission Information & accessing results 19
Appendices 22
Undergraduate Marking Grid SEEC Guidelines Level 3
Extra Prep Time/Disabled Students
SNOB analysis framework
WHO’S WHO
Module Leader: Alison Holman
Telephone 01225 824148
E mail
Admin support: Beryl Evans
Telephone 0117 3288430
E mail
Fax 0117 32 88811
Module Team
Jayne James / / 01225 824250Garfield Griffiths / / 0117 3288516
Programme Leader, Sheena Payne
BSc (hons) Specialist Practice:
Telephone: 0117 32 88578
E-mail:
Programme Leader, Jane Fitzpatrick
BSc (hons) Professional Practice
Telephone: 01225 824252
E-mail:
Some Important Information Regarding Module Enrolment
Welcome to your study on this module, which you may be taking as a stand alone module or one of several that contribute to an award/programme. Even if at this point in time you are not thinking of continuing to study, there are benefits to you registering onto an Honours degree programme. Some of the benefits are:
· Extenuating circumstances, such as certified illness or bereavement, are only considered by an Award Board if you are registered on an award/programme.
· If self-funding, it is more economic to register on the Honours degree even if you are only enrolling on one module.
Having registered on the Honours degree, and dependant on your entry point and credit rating, you have up to eight years in which to complete the programme. The time allowance is divided into four years for each academic level:
If you enter at level two
If you enter at level two
You will need to achieve 240 credits (at least 120 of these must be at level 3, the remainder may be at level 2 or 3) in order to exit with an Honours degree.
(Normally eight years)
If you do not have a full level 2 profile of 120 credits, please consider undertaking Accelerated Learning Module – level two, which will prepare you for level 3 study.
Please see module leader for further information.
If you enter at level three
You will need to achieve 120 credits in order to exit with an Honours degree (normally four years maximum)
There are further considerations, which may need to be taken into account; therefore your individual plan of study should be discussed with the appropriate Module/Programme Leader.
University of the West of England Module Specification
Title / Principles of Orthopaedic and Trauma CareNew Code / UZWR37-20-3
Version / 4
Versions / | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
Last Updated / 22/12/2008 14:45:38
Level / 3
UWE Credit Rating / 20
ECTS Credit Rating / 10
Module Type / Project
Module Leader / HOLMAN, A
Owning Faculty / Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, School of Health and Social Care
Field / Acute & Critical Care Adult Nursing
Field Leader / Judy Harrison
Valid From / 01/01/2009 00:00:00
Discontinued From
Pre-requisites / Registered practitioner
Co-requisites / None
Excluded combinations / UZWSBW-20-M Principles of Orthopaedic and Trauma Care
Module Handbooks
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
· Demonstrate the application of knowledge and understanding in relation to physiology and pathophysiology of musculo-skeletal conditions (Component A element 1)
· Critically discuss the legal , ethical and political drivers that underpin the practice, management and service provision of orthopaedic and trauma care (Component A element 1 and element 2)
· Discuss how contextual factors may affect the individual with a musculoskeletal condition within primary, secondary and/or tertiary care settings (Component A element 1)
Intellectual Skills
· Appraise evidence based practice in order to inform appropriate strategies for management of care (Component A element 1 and element 2)
· Critically analyse the impact of musculo-skeletal conditions on the quality of life of the individual, the family and carers (Component A element 1)
· Review the wider policy implications and their impact on orthopaedic practice (Component A element 2)
Subject/Professional and Practical Skills
· Evaluate the application of specialist knowledge/skills in the delivery of evidence based care with/for the individual, the family and carers (Component A element 1 and element 2)
· Analyse the healthcare workers role as health educator in relation to individuals, family and carers in primary and secondary care settings (Component A element 1)
· Evaluate interprofessional collaboration in orthopaedic practice across agencies and organisational boundaries (Component A element 1 and element 2)
Transferable Skills
· Evaluate and reflect on personal learning of contemporary orthopaedic practice (Component A element 1)
Syllabus Outline
Professional/ethical practice
Ethical and legal issues in orthopaedic care
Personal development in the orthopaedic setting
The context of orthopaedic and trauma care – locally, nationally and internationally
Reflective Frameworks
Evidence Based Specialist Practice
Concepts of mobility and rehabilitation
Pre-operative assessment and management
Arthoplasty care management
Management and care of the individual with
a cast
traction
internal/external fixation of bone
musculoskeletal conditions, trauma or surgery
complications arising from orthopaedic conditions or injuries
Pain assessment and management
Psychosocial aspects of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries
Health education in relation to the individual with musculoskeletal conditions in primary and secondary care settings
Role of the interprofessional team in co-ordinating orthopaedic care Service users and carers
Organisation and delivery of elective and trauma care
Innovative practice in orthopaedic and trauma care
Systematic search strategies utilising a range of sources
Critical reading skills and their application to practice
Scientific knowledge
Pathology of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems
Pathology of diseases, altered pathology producing deformities and musculoskeletal conditions affecting mobility
Complex wound management
Trauma and altered physiology
Infection control
Teaching and Learning Methods
A blended learning approach will be used throughout the course. Both Blackboard and specifically designed web pages will be used to provide electronic learning resources, online tutorial support and discussion forums. Learning will be supported by face to face contact in selected master classes, workshops and seminars within the university campus.
Students will need easy access to a computer and internat access for the duration of the module. For students who require support using information technology a range of options is provided by the University including seminars and online tutorials.
Reading Strategy
Students will be directed to reading which is either available electronically or provided for them in a printed study pack. They will also be expected to read more widely by identifying relevant material using the Module Handbook, the Library Catalogue and a variety of bibliographic and full text databases. In relation to the chosen topic areas for assessment, students will be expected to identify relevant material for themselves and for this to be reflected in the reference lists.
Additional support is available online via the UWE homepage, this includes interactive tutorials on literature searching skills and the use of electronic library resources. Workshops are also offered by the library.
Assessment
Where necessary, and appropriate, an alternative medium of assessment may be negotiated.
Weighting between components A and B (standard modules only) A: % B:%
Attempt 1
First Assessment Opportunity
Component A
Element / Description / Element Weighting1 / Construction of a Mind Map on an aspect of orthopaedic practice supported by a reflection of learning (1000 words) / 50%
2 / 2000 word critical appraisal of a related guideline from practice / 50%
Second Assessment Opportunity
Attendance is not required
Component A
Element / Description / Element Weighting1 / Resubmission of a construction of a Mind Map on an aspect of orthopaedic practice supported by a reflection of learning (1000 words) / 50%
2 / Resubmission of a 2000 word critical appraisal of a related guideline from practice / 50%
Second (or Subsequent) Attempt
Attendance is not required
This module handbook should be read in conjunction with the:
1. Faculty student handbook. http://hsc.uwe.ac.uk/net/student/
2. University student handbook. http://www.uwe.ac.uk/studentservices/uwe-diary-info/
3. Relevant Programme handbook.
4. Note attention to Modular Assessment Regulations (MAR): see Rules and Regulations section in the University student handbook.
http://www.uwe.ac.uk/studentservices/uwe-diary-info/academic-regs.shtml
5. Students Disability Guidance http://hsc.uwe.ac.uk/net/student/disabilityguidance.aspx
The University Student Handbook is particularly helpful. It contains information about
· How and where to submit your assignment
· What to do if there are extenuating circumstances related to the submission of your assessment
· Dates of field/award boards and resubmission dates
· The SEEC marking criteria which will be used for assessments.
Welcome
Welcome to the Principles of Orthopaedic and Trauma Care module.
Musculoskeletal conditions affect millions of people - adults and children, they include all forms of arthritis, back pain and osteoporosis, clearly these encompass long term conditions and may be disabling. The ageing population will further increase the demand for treatment. In addition, accidents and injuries to the musculoskeletal system may have profound effects on the individual and can result in long-term disability.
This module reflects key elements of the Society of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Competency framework (Royal College of Nursing 2004) and, the Musculoskeletal Services Framework (2006) which identified the changes required in service provision to meet the challenges ahead. Whilst traditional roles remain the corner stone, development of extended and/or specialist roles in primary and secondary care are contributing to the redesign of more responsive and flexible services, providing easier access in a wider variety of settings. There is recognition that for many people, assistance with the management of their musculoskeletal condition will be as important as its treatment.
Module Aims
To build upon each student’s individual learning and experience as a practitioner, to facilitate the knowledge and understanding of best evidence based practice in contemporary orthopaedic and trauma care that underpins the management and care of this client group.
An appreciation of the patient’s journey which may be an isolated event or, for many, may fluctuate through primary, secondary and possibly tertiary care, is fundamental to understanding the experience of the individual living with a musculoskeletal condition, injury or deformity and their families/carers.
This premise underpins the module learning outcomes and acknowledges the complexity of care management and collaboration required between the service user/carer and healthcare workers for effective high quality care.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The teaching and learning strategies for the module acknowledge the importance of student centred learning. There is an appreciation that students come with vastly differing clinical experience and that this experience can be utilised effectively and shared throughout the learning process.
The emphasis on learning is that students are responsible for their own learning. This philosophy acknowledges that adult students in particular are usually highly motivated individuals, with particular abilities and needs that they are able to define.
The module teaching strategies will encompass e learning activities, workshops and interactive group work with feedback. There will also be some traditional teaching in the form of seminars and mini lectures. It is expected that students will participate and contribute fully to the e learning activities, groupwork and feedback sessions. This is vital if students are to benefit fully from the tasks undertaken and learn from others.
Some self directed work and guided reading will be given during the module ensuring that students are able to learn at their own pace, but be able to identify gaps in knowledge, and practice. Preparatory work will be expected for some sessions, in order to achieve the necessary level of depth prior to attendance at the session.
Completion of the e learning activities can be undertaken at the students own pace, but will need to be completed by the final face to face session of the module.
Attendance is expected at all face to face sessions. Please let the module leader know if you are unable to attend.
Learning Outcomes & Content
Please refer to the module proforma on pages 5 - 8
Attendance days
The timetable for these days will be handed out separately and is available on the Learning repository website
Accessing the E Learning Activities
Module web page can be found at http://learntech.uwe.ac.uk/ (it is not necessary to add the www). Select Principles of Orthopaedic and
Trauma Care from the list. Remember to login (see login under the faces).
You will see this screen
Enter your UWE user ID and password available from the student one stop shop at Glenside. Please contact 0117 3288438 / 3288482 during office hours Monday – Friday.
Now you are able to access the web pages and On line learning activities for the module.
If you experience difficulties in logging in, please contact the IT support staff
on 0117 3288858 or email
Study skills
Whatever your background, you will bring to your study a range of skills and experience, but you may feel that you lack some skills that will be important in the context of academic work.
The Study Skills web pages are designed to help you to identify the skills you need to develop and to provide some guidance on how to improve them.
http://hsc.uwe.ac.uk/net/student/Default.aspx?pageid=156
http://www1.uwe.ac.uk/bbs/currentstudents/studyskills.aspx