Module Advanced Level Human Health and Pathophysiology
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Location Distance Learning
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Duration Single module
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Mode of study Part-time
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Start date January, April 2012
This module will next run by distance learnig commencing on 9 January 2012.
NHS Funded Trust Employees only
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Why study with us?
This module will equip you with new and in depth insights into human biology which will underpin your advanced management of common major illness.
Course Summary
You will undertake a literature review during this module. Tutorial support a the outset and during the module will ensure that you select and maintain focus on a disease / condition that will allow you to explore physiological alterations and homeostatic imbalances at work during its course, and the effects of lifestyle upon this process, in such a way that the learning outcomes are achievable.
Evaluation and synthesis of a wide range of relevant primary and secondary sources will improve the scope and depth of understanding of key aspects of cellular homeostasis / dysfunction and their relevance to systemic functioning in a way that will enhance the ability to manage common major illnesses.
Modules
NMLB7097 Advanced Level Human Health and Pathophysiology (20 credits at level 7)
Student Work
Intended Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module you will be able to:
1. Critically discuss normal cellular biology;
2. Critically discuss the linkage between abnormalities of cell function and major disease;
3. Critically evaluate the main contributing factors to homeostasis;
4. Critically review and evaluate the role of lifestyle in causing chronic illnes
Indicative Core Bibliography
Guyton & Hall (2006) Textbook of Medical Physiology [11th Ed]. London. Elsevier
Machi, L., McEvoy, T (2009) The Literature Review: Six Steps to Success, London, Sage Publications.
McCance, K. Huether, S. (2006) Pathophysiology: The Biological Basis for Disease in Adults and Children [5th Ed] Londo : Mosby
Montague,S. Watson, R. Herbert, R. (2005) Physiology for Nursing Practice [3rd Ed] London : Bailliere Tindall
Porth, C. (2007) Essentials of Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States [2nd Ed] London: Lippincott
Rang, H. Dale, M. (2007) Pharmacology [6th Ed] London: Churchill Livingstone
Sarafino,EP (2008) Health Psychology: Biopsychsocial Interactions [6th Ed] Hoboken. Wile
Resources and facilities
We are amongst the UK’s leading health and social care faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent. Recently, our NHS related provision underwent a major review by the Quality Assurance Agency and we achieved the highest possible rating.