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Respiratory Disorders - Level 6 - AC6717
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**This module is not currently being delivered however is available for commission. Contact us to discuss via email on businessenquiry@northumbria.ac.uk**

Designed for practitioners who work with patients suffering from respiratory disease, this module will give you the opportunity to explore a wide range of respiratory disorders and examine contemporary evidence of the management of these disorders. By completing this module, you will develop an increased understanding of the needs of patients with respiratory disorders and learn how to apply that knowledge to practice. You will also develop an increased knowledge of the patho-physiology of various respiratory disorders and become familiar with current treatment and research findings.

Aims of Module

  • Develop an increased understanding of the needs of patients with respiratory disorders and how to apply that knowledge to practice
  • Develop increased knowledge of the patho-physiology of various respiratory disorders
  • Be familiar with current treatment options available and appropriate research findings
  • Provide enhanced care to patients and carers through the utilisation of knowledge and provision of information

Syllabus Outline

  • Anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system
  • Respiratory assessment
  • Lung investigations
  • Blood gas analysis
  • Pathophysiology of various common respiratory conditions and contemporary management
  • Non-invasive respiratory support including CPAP and BIPAP
  • Contemporary treatment options
  • Transplant Assessment
  • Smoking Cessation/health promotion

Course Information

Award Type Level 6

Mode of Study
Part Time

Start Available for Commission

Sector
Health and Social Care

Course Outline Entry Requirements Key Learning Outcomes Enquiries
Designed for practitioners who work with patients suffering from respiratory disease, this module will give you the opportunity to explore a wide range of respiratory disorders and examine contemporary evidence of the management of these disorders. By completing this module, you will develop an increased understanding of the needs of patients with respiratory disorders and learn how to apply that knowledge to practice. You will also develop an increased knowledge of the patho-physiology of various respiratory disorders and become familiar with current treatment and research findings.

Evidence of diploma level study.

Knowledge & Understanding:

1. On completion of the module, you will be expected to understand the principle structures of the respiratory system and their physiological function.

2. On completion of the module, you will critically explore the complex pathophysiology underpinning acute and chronic respiratory disorders.

3. On completion of the module, you will critically examine the management of patients with respiratory disorders. 

Intellectual / Professional Skills & Abilities:

4. On completion of the module, you will critically analyse the contemporary evidence underpinning the care delivery and management of respiratory disorders.

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA)

5. You will appreciate the key attributes of complex respiratory issues and apply theory to practice settings.

This module is not currently being delivered however is available for commission. Contact us to discuss via email on businessenquiry@northumbria.ac.uk

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