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CP1002 Clinical Science and Practice I
Credit Weighting: 10
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 200.
Pre-requisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Seminars (Large Group Clinical Skills Laboratory based teaching with lectures and some simulated and video patient demonstrations); Tutorials (Small Group Learning).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Robert Gaffney, Department of Medicine.
Lecturer(s): Dr Robert Gaffney, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of Anatomy & Neuroscience; Staff, Department of Physiology; Staff, Department of Surgery; Staff, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of General Practice; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Introduction to the clinical and communication skills required for effective interaction and assessment of patients. The course lays heavy emphasis on the demonstration of the relevance and application of the fundamental medical sciences and bio-psycho-social models in clinical presentation and examination.
Module Content: Introduction to doctor-patient interactions: clinical history taking and physical examination, communication skills and patient psychology. Systems-based elementary clinical teaching in the following areas - locomotor, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and endocrine. Application of fundamental medical sciences (Stream 1) and the bio-psycho-social model (Stream 3) to the clinical assessment process. Training in basic proficiency in first aid skills. The module is primarily delivered in the setting of the Clinical Skills Laboratory using demonstration and small group practice techniques, supported by introductory and summary lectures in the main areas covered over the duration of the teaching period.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Demonstrate effective patient consultation skills, which are then employed to elicit (and record) a well-structured history.
· Demonstrate an ability to perform a thorough physical examination in each of the systems listed above in the Module Content.
· Apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes gained in Streams 1, 2 and 3 to evaluate simple clinical scenarios whilst working effectively as a team member.
· Describe the features of the more common diseases of each of the systems listed above in the Module Content
· Demonstrate knowledge of basic investigations and management (including first aid) of the aforementioned diseases.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: End of Year Written Examination 50 marks; Continuous Assessment 150 marks (3 x Multiple Choice Question Papers (MCQ) [50 marks each]).). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): None.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50%.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 1½ hr(s) paper(s).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 1½ hr(s) paper(s) to be taken in Autumn. Students who do not achieve 50% overall at the Summer Examination must repeat the module at the Autumn Examination, as prescribed by the School of Medicine: 1 x 1.5hr written paper (200 marks). Oral, if required.
CP2001 Clinical Science and Practice II
Credit Weighting: 10
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 200.
Pre-requisite(s): Must have satisfactorily covered material equivalent to that in CP1001.
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Other (Lectures, Placements (Sessions in General Practice), Tutorials, Clinical Skills Lab Sessions).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Patrick Henn, School of Medicine.
Lecturer(s): Dr Patrick Henn, School of Medicine; Staff, Department of Anatomy & Neuroscience; Staff, Department of Physiology; Staff, Department of Surgery; Staff, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of General Practice; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: To further develop the skills required for effective interaction with and assessment of patients; The module lays heavy emphasis on the demonstration of the relevance and application of the fundamental medical sciences (Stream 1) and bio-psycho-social models (Stream 3) in clinical presentation and examination. To introduce the students to primary care practice.
Module Content: Systems-based elementary clinical teaching on specific topics in the following areas: respiratory; cardiovascular; gastroenterology; endocrine; neurology; renal; disorders of calcium and bone; disorders of fluid and electrolytes: inflammatory disorders; haematology; immunology; infections. This will include evaluation of the medical history and examination, and application of fundamental medical sciences (Stream 1) and the bio-psycho-social model (Stream 3) to the clinical assessment process. Development of clinical skills takes place under the supervision of General Practitioners in local primary care practices.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Recall the relevant aspects of the fundamental medical sciences of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, medical pharmacology and pathology as they apply to the elementary clinical aspects of the specific topics covered in the module
· Outline the aetiology, symptoms, signs, pathology, diagnosis and elementary management of the specific topics covered in the module
· Recognise the psychological, social, behavioural, cultural and ethical issues that apply to health and illness
· Develop good verbal and non-verbal communication skills for effective and sensitive communication with patients, their relatives, and colleagues
· Take a thorough case history and to generate an appropriate differential diagnosis
· Perform a clinical examination and appropriately interpret normal and abnormal signs in the physical examination.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: End of Year Written Examination 70 marks (MCQ and Short Answer Paper); Continuous Assessment 130 marks (OSCE (70 marks), Log Book (20 marks), MCQ and Short Answer Paper (40 marks)). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): None.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50%.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (MCQ and Short Answer Paper).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: Students who do not achieve 50% overall at the Summer Examination must repeat the module at the Autumn Examination, as prescribed by the School of Medicine: 1 x 3hour(s) paper(s) [MCQ and Short Answer Paper (70 marks)]; OSCE [in lieu of Continuous Assessment (130 marks)]. Oral, if required.
CP2004 Clinical Science and Practice (for Dental Graduates)
Credit Weighting: 10
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 200.
Pre-requisite(s):
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: 70hr(s) Other (Lectures, Placements (Sessions in General Practice), Tutorials, Clinical Skills Lab Sessions).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Patrick Henn, School of Medicine.
Lecturer(s): Staff, Department of Anatomy & Neuroscience; Staff, Department of Physiology; Staff, Department of Surgery; Staff, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of General Practice; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Introduction and development of skills required for effective interaction with and assessment of patients; To demonstrate the relevance and application of the fundamental medical sciences to the clinical assessment process; To demonstrate the relevance of psychological, social, behavioural, cultural and ethical issues in health and illness to the clinical assessment process; To introduce the concept of the multidisciplinary health care team; To introduce the students to primary care practice; To acquire basic proficiency in first aid skills.
Module Content: Systems-based elementary clinical teaching on specific topics in the following areas: endocrine and clinical nutrition; neurological disorders; renal disorders; disorders of calcium and bone; disorders of fluid and electrolytes inflammatory disorders; hypertension; haematology ; clinical genetics; disorders of the immune system; infections. This will include introduction and development of the medical history, application of the fundamental medical sciences to the clinical assessment process, and evaluating the psychological, social, behavioural, cultural and ethical issues that apply to health and illness. Systems-based elementary clinical teaching on the examination of the neurological system. Development of clinical skills takes place under the supervision of General Practitioners in local primary care practices. Training in basic proficiency in first aid skills. Introduction to the concept of the multidisciplinary health team.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Recall the relevant aspects of the fundamental medical sciences of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, medical pharmacology and pathology as they apply to the elementary clinical aspects of the specific topics covered in the module
· Outline the aetiology, symptoms, signs, pathology, diagnosis and elementary management of the specific topics covered in the module
· Identify the psychological, social, behavioural, cultural and ethical issues that apply to health and illness
· Demonstrate good verbal and non-verbal communication skills for effective and sensitive communication with patients, their relatives and colleagues
· Demonstrate thorough case history taking skills, and generate an appropriate differential diagnosis
· Perform a clinical examination and appropriately interpret normal and abnormal signs in the physical examination
· Demonstrate basic First Aid skills.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: End of Year Written Examination 70 marks; Continuous Assessment 130 marks (OSCE (50 marks), Log Book (20 marks), 3 x MCQ/Short Answer Papers (3 x 20 marks)). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): None.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50%.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) to be taken in Autumn. Students who do not achieve 50% overall at the Summer Examination must repeat the module at the Autumn Examination, as prescribed by the School of Medicine: 1 x 3 hour(s) paper(s) (100 marks); an OSCE (in lieu of OSCE, Log Book, MCQ/short answer papers) (100 marks). Oral, if required.
CP3002 Clinical Science and Practice III
Credit Weighting: 20
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 150.
Pre-requisite(s):
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: 20hr(s) Other (Clinical Skills Laboratory); 28hr(s) Seminars; 14hr(s) Tutorials; 14weeks(s) Other (Part-Time Clinical Attachments); 11weeks(s) Other (Full-Time Clinical Attachments in General Medicine, General Surgery, Anaesthetics and General Practice.).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Martina Ann Kelly, School of Medicine (School of Medicine).
Lecturer(s): Staff, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Staff, Department of Epidemiology and Public Health; Staff, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics; Staff, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of Anaesthesia & Intensive Care; Staff, Department of General Practice; Staff, School of Medicine, Staff, Department of Pathology; Staff Department of Surgery; Dr Deirdre Bennett, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: To further develop effective consultation skills, specifically focusing on history, physical examination, communication and problem-solving skills relevant to general medical and surgical illnesses.
Module Content: This component of the course builds on the skills and competencies achieved in the earlier Clinical Science and Practice modules. There is extensive patient contact both in the hospital and community settings. Students are encouraged to immerse themselves in the day to day clinical life of the clinical teams to which they are attached. Students are directed to avail of every opportunity to clerk patients and this activity is the focus of most clinical tutorials. A core curriculum of procedural skills is delivered through the Clinical Skills Laboratory and facilitated also by the Department of Anaesthetics. Students are introduced to the skills and competencies required for interaction with the paediatric population and are introduced to this group in a real life context in the setting of primary care. Learning is facilitated by small group teaching in community and hospital settings, interactive sessions in the clinical skills laboratory and further supported by introductory and summary lectures in the areas of General Practice, Medicine, Paediatrics, Surgery, Ethics and Behavioural Science. Students will review a core curriculum of integrated case studies in small group tutorials. Professional development will be fostered by using small group learning teams to address the doctor-patient relationship, cultural sensitivity and develop communication skills.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Conduct a clinical consultation demonstrating
· Effective communication skills
· Comprehensive recording of a history
· Comprehensive examination of all relevant systems
· Generate a list of diagnoses in order of probability
· Perform an identified set of procedural skills, including how to behave in a sterile environment.
· Exemplify professional conduct in their interactions with patients and colleagues.
Assessment: Total Marks 400: End of Year Written Examination 100 marks; Continuous Assessment 300 marks (Assessment of Clinical Skills 200 marks; Portfolio 100 marks).
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50%.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 1½ hr(s) paper(s).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 1½ hr(s) paper(s) to be taken in Autumn. Resubmit Continuous Assessment (whether passed or failed) (Clinical skills assessment (OSCE) 200 marks (To be taken in autumn). Assignment in lieu of Portfolio as prescribed by the Module Coordinator 100 marks.). Oral, if required.
CP4003 Reproduction, Pregnancy, Child Health and Development
Credit Weighting: 15
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 175.
Pre-requisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Other (Placements (8 weeks of clinical attachments), lectures, tutorials, practical patient contact sessions (including on call activities), skills training, course assignments, integrated case studies, self directed learning.).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Louise Gibson, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health.
Lecturer(s): Dr Louise Gibson, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health; Staff, Department of Anatomy & Neuroscience; Staff, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Staff, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health; Staff, Department of Physiology; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Development of relevant theoretical foundation, including embryology and physiology of reproduction, pregnancy, paediatrics and child health. Basic and developing theory and practice (including clinical skills) of obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics and child health, with an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of children and pregnant women.
Module Content: General embryology including development of body systems, identification of primordial embryonic structures, and recognition of major developmental defects and their underlying embryological causes. The physiology of reproduction and pregnancy. Basic and developing theory and practice of obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics and child health including recognition of the special needs of children.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Demonstrate understanding of the key processes of early development, including identification of embryonic structures, and major developmental defects and their underlying embryological causes
· Demonstrate understanding of the physiology of reproduction
· Present a complete history, competently taken, from women who are pregnant or who have gynaecological problems, and from sick children, their parents or guardians.
· Perform a competent physical examination on women and children, with a child centred approach where appropriate
· Discuss the diagnosis and management of common conditions affecting women and children of all ages, including recognition and initial management of common obstetric emergencies
· Promote disease prevention in the areas of obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics and child health
· Detail normal growth, development and nutrition in children
· Demonstrate basic life support skills on an infant/child mannequin.
Assessment: Total Marks 300: End of Year Written Examination 100 marks (Multidisciplinary MCQ); Continuous Assessment 200 marks (Interdisciplinary OSCE 100 marks; 2 x 4 week clinical attachments 50 marks each
). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment; Oral, if required. Attendance at clinical attachments.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50%.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 1½ hr(s) mcq.
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 1½ hr(s) mcq to be taken in Autumn. Marks in passed element(s) of Continuous Assessment are carried forward, Failed element(s) of Continuous Assessment must be repeated (as prescribed by the School of Medicine.). Oral, if required.
CP4004 Fundamentals of Adult Disease
Credit Weighting: 20
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 175.
Pre-requisite(s): None.
Co-requisite(s): None.
Teaching Methods: Other (Lectures; Small-Group Tutorials: Large Group Teaching, Self Directed Learning, Integrated Case Studies; Clinical Clerkships).
Module Co-ordinator: Prof David Molloy, School of Medicine (Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation).
Lecturer(s): Staff, Department of Anatomy & Neuroscience; Staff, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics; Staff, Department of Physiology; Staff, Department of Surgery; Staff, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of General Practice; Staff, School of Medicine; Dr Paula O'Leary, Department of Medicine.
Module Objective: Further development of theoretical knowledge in parallel with clinical teaching (including clinical skills, presentation skills and professionalism) in the subject areas of Medicine outlined below.
Module Content: Systems-based approach to diseases in adults encompassing medicine and its specialties, surgery and its specialties. History taking and clinical examination in conjunction with diagnostics to assess common medical and surgical problems. Formulation of management plans in all aspects of care of the sick adult patient in hospital and in the community. Advocacy of primary and secondary disease prevention. Practical clinical skills and Basic Life Support.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Present a complete history competently taken from an adult patient.
· Competently perform a physical examination on an adult patient.
· Interpret data pertinent to the clinical situation.
· Discuss the diagnosis and management of common conditions in adults.
· Demonstrate proficiency in practical clinical skills and basic life support appropriate to their level and to a recognised standard.
· Recognise common medical and surgical emergencies in patients of all ages.
· Promote primary and secondary disease prevention in adults.
· Demonstrate effective communication skills in all areas including interaction with patients and their environment.
· Adopt an empathic, holistic approach to patients and their problems.
Assessment: Total Marks 400: End of Year Written Examination 200 marks (MCQ type paper - 100 Marks and Data Interpretation paper - 100 Marks.); Continuous Assessment 200 marks (OSCE exam.). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: Satisfactory completion/attendance and submission by student of Attachment Paperwork comprising Log Book and Consultant Appraisal; End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment and Oral, if required.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50% . In addition to obtaining an overall aggregate pass of 50% for the module, a candidate cannot pass this module unless he/she also attains at least 40% in the assessments for each of Dermatology, ENT and Ophthalmology). Students who do not satisfy this requirement will fail the module overall.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (MCQ/EMQ format).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (MCQ/EMQ format) to be taken in Autumn. Marks in passed element(s) of Continuous Assessment are carried forward, Failed element(s) of Continuous Assessment must be repeated (as prescribed by the School of Medicine). Oral, if required.
CP5100 Principles and Practice of Surgery
Credit Weighting: 10
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 175.
Pre-requisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Placements (Clinical attachments to include tutorials, practical patient contact sessions (including on-call activities), case focussed problem based tutorials and self directed learning); Other (Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professionalism Log).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Emmet Andrews, Department of Surgery.
Lecturer(s): Dr Michelle Reardon, Department of Surgery; Staff, Department of Surgery; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Further development of knowledge, skills and attitudes (including clinical skills, clinical acumen, and professionalism) in Surgery, Anaesthetics and Perioperative care.
Module Content: Task-based approach to the principles and practice of surgery, anaesthesia and perioperative care. History taking and clinical examination of patients in conjunction with diagnostic testing to assess common surgical and perioperative problems. Formulation of management plans in all aspects of care of the patient. Advocacy of primary and secondary disease prevention. Practical clinical skills. Promotion of self-directed learning skills and continuing development of knowledge relevant to future practice in the area of surgery.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Complete and present a history and perform a comprehensive physical examination of a patient
· Interpret clinical findings and data pertinent to the clinical situation
· Discuss anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to surgical disease
· Prioritise issues in the diagnosis and management of common surgical and perioperative conditions, using an evidence-based medicine approach
· Perform a core set of procedural skills relevant to the practice of Surgery, Anaesthetics and Perioperative care, at a pre-registration level.
· Promote and explain current strategies for promoting primary and secondary disease prevention relevant to surgery
· Interact and engage with the patient, their families, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal and holistic patient care with a multi disciplinary approach
· Demonstrate a professional approach to training and practice
· Apply knowledge of expected codes of conduct, governance and medical ethics to the practice of surgery at a pre-registration level.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: End of Year Written Examination 70 marks; Continuous Assessment 10 marks (Consultant Appraisal mark); Clinical Assessment 120 marks (End of Year Clinical Exam). Oral if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment; Clinical Examination. Oral if required.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50% End of Year Clinical Exam must be passed independently of other elements.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) to be taken in Winter. Students who do not pass in Summer must also undertake a new 3 week pre-approved attachment and sit a repeat clinical examination. Oral, if required.
CP5200 Principles and Practice of Internal Medicine and General Practice
Credit Weighting: 20
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 175.
Pre-requisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Placements (Clinical attachments to include tutorials, practical patient contact sessions [including on-call activities], case-focused problem based tutorials, and self-directed learning.); Lectures; Other (Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professionalism Log).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Paula O'Leary, Department of Medicine.
Lecturer(s): Dr Paula O'Leary, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of Medicine; Staff, Department of General Practice; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Further development of knowledge, skills and attitudes (including clinical skills, clinical acumen, and professionalism) in the areas of Internal Medicine and General Practice.
Module Content: Theoretical and practical aspects of key topics in internal medicine and general practice required to practice as a pre-registration doctor. Promotion of self-directed learning skills and continuing development of knowledge relevant to future practice in the areas of internal medicine and general practice.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Apply solutions to clinical problems using satisfactory theoretical knowledge of the core topics in Internal Medicine and General Practice
· Conduct a comprehensive and problem-focussed clinical assessment appropriate to the patient presenting problem(s), patient status, and clinical setting (community/hospital-based)
· Interpret available clinical information to generate and prioritise an appropriate list of diagnostic possibilities
· Construct an appropriate management plan to deal with the patient in a holistic manner and negotiate this plan with the patient and other formal and informal carers
· Interact and engage with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal and holistic patient care with a multi disciplinary approach
· Appreciate the pathophysiology of ageing; the particular nature of illness presentations in older persons and the delivery of specialty geriatric and rehabilitation medical services (e.g. acute medical care, rehabilitation, community and continuing care)
· Recognise the varying and interactive roles of hospital and community based medical and associated services in management of patients with common and/or complex chronic medical conditions e.g. diabetes mellitus, chronic lung diseases.
· Perform procedural skills required by a pre-registration house officer that are relevant to the practice of Internal Medicine and General Practice
· Apply knowledge of expected codes of conduct, governance and medical ethics to the practice of Internal Medicine and General Practice at a pre-registration level.
Assessment: Total Marks 400: End of Year Written Examination 100 marks (best-of-5 format MCQ; Data Interpretation Paper); Continuous Assessment 100 marks (End of Rotation Clinical Assessments and Supervisor Appraisal); Clinical Assessment 200 marks (End of Year Clinical Examination). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment; Clinical Examination; Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professionalism Log. Oral, if required.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50% End of Year Clinical Examination must be passed independently.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (best-of-5 format MCQ; Data Interpretation paper).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (best-of-5 format MCQ; Data Interpretation paper) to be taken in Winter. Students who do not pass in Summer must undertake a pre-approved attachment (up to 8 weeks depending on additional experience deemed necessary), complete end of rotation clinical assessments, as prescribed by module coordinator and submit updated supervisor appraisal form(s). The Clinical Assessment must also be undertaken. Oral, if required.
CP5300 Principles and Practice of Paediatrics and Child Health
Credit Weighting: 10
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 175.
Pre-requisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Placements (Clinical attachments to include tutorials, practical patient contact sessions (including on-call activities), case-focused problem based tutorials, and self-directed learning.); Other (Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professionalism Log).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Deirdre Murray, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health.
Lecturer(s): Dr Deirdre Murray, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health; Staff, Department of Paediatrics and Child Health; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Further development of knowledge, skills and attitudes (including clinical skills, clinical acumen, and professionalism) in the practice of Paediatrics.
Module Content: The module content will be mainly based on clinical paediatric experience during the attachment. Students will be expected to clerk outpatients and inpatients and be available for on-call duties. In addition, there will be formal paediatric tutorials. Promotion of self-directed learning skills and continuing development of knowledge relevant to future practice in the area of Paediatrics and Child Health.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Describe normal growth and development from birth to 16 years
· Approach and communicate with children and their parents in an effective and age appropriate manner
· Describe in detail the differential diagnosis, investigation and management of common childhood conditions
· Complete and present a history and perform an appropriate examination of a child of any age
· Promote and explain current strategies for promoting injury and primary and secondary disease prevention in children
· Perform a core set of procedural skills relevant to the practice of paediatrics, at a pre-registration level
· Interact and engage with the patient, their families, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal and holistic patient care with a multi disciplinary approach
· Apply knowledge of expected codes of conduct, governance and medical ethics to the practice of paediatrics and child health at a pre-registration level.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: End of Year Written Examination 120 marks (End of Year Written Examination 90 marks; End of Year EMQ Assessment 30 marks); Continuous Assessment 10 marks (Clinical Attachment 10 marks); Clinical Assessment 70 marks (End of Rotation Structured Clinical Examination (Note: Students who fail the end-of-rotation assessment will be required to repeat their clinical examination with the external examiner at the end of year, before the summer exam board. Their mark at this examination will be capped at a maximum of 35/70.)). Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment; Clinical Examination. Satisfactory Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professionalism Log. Oral, if required.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50% . Both the structured clinical assessment and the written paper must be passed independently of other elements.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) to be taken in Winter. Students who do not pass in Summer must also undertake a new pre-approved 3 week attachment, repeat the EMQ and structured clinical examination. Oral, if required.
CP5400 Principles and Practices of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Credit Weighting: 10
Teaching Period(s): Teaching Periods 1 and 2.
No. of Students: Max 175.
Pre-requisite(s): None
Co-requisite(s): None
Teaching Methods: Placements (Clinical attachments to include tutorials, practical patient contact sessions (including on-call activities), case-focused problem based tutorials, and self-directed learning.); Other (Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professionalism Log).
Module Co-ordinator: Dr Mairead O'Riordan, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Lecturer(s): Dr Mairead O'Riordan, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Staff, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Staff, School of Medicine.
Module Objective: Further development of knowledge, skills and attitudes (including clinical skills, clinical acumen, and professionalism) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Module Content: The module content will be mainly based on clinical obstetric and gynaecological experience during the attachment. Students will be expected to clerk outpatients and inpatients and be available for on call-call duties. In addition there will be formal obstetric and gynaecology tutorials.
Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
· Present a complete history, competently taken and a comprehensive physical examination from women who are pregnant or have gynaecological problems
· Interact and engage with the patient, their families, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal and holistic patient care with a multi disciplinary approach
· Identify, evaluate and apply evidence to their practice of obstetrics and gynaecology whilst demonstrating an understanding of how such knowledge is created, shaped, appraised and shared
· Interpret available clinical information to generate and prioritise an appropriate list of diagnostic possibilities
· Construct an appropriate management plan to deal with the patient's problems in a holistic manner and negotiate this plan with the patient and other formal and informal carers
· Evaluate current strategies for the promotion of primary and secondary disease prevention in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
· Perform a core set of procedural skills relevant to the practice of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, at a pre-registration level
· Apply knowledge of expected codes of conduct, governance and medical ethics to the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology at a pre-registration level.
Assessment: Total Marks 200: End of Year Written Examination 80 marks (Short questions and modified essay questions); Continuous Assessment 40 marks (End of Attachment MCQ/EMQ 15 marks; End of Attachment Short Answer Questions 10 marks; Consultant Assessment 10 marks; Presentation of student topic 5 marks.); Clinical Assessment 80 marks. Oral, if required.
Compulsory Elements: End of Year Written Examination; Continuous Assessment; Clinical Examination. Satisfactory Completion of Clinical Pathways Log and Professional Log. Oral, if required.
Penalties (for late submission of Course/Project Work etc.): Where work is submitted up to and including 7 days late, 10% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Where work is submitted up to and including 14 days late, 20% of the total marks available shall be deducted from the mark achieved. Work submitted 15 days late or more shall be assigned a mark of zero.
Pass Standard and any Special Requirements for Passing Module: 50% . Clinical Assessment and End of Year Written Examination must be passed independently.
End of Year Written Examination Profile: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (Short questions and modified essay questions).
Requirements for Supplemental Examination: 1 x 3 hr(s) paper(s) (Short questions and modified essay questions) to be taken in Winter. Students who do not pass in Summer must also undertake a new 3 week pre-approved attachment, repeat Continuous Assessment (MCQ, Short Answer Questions, Consultant Assessment and Student Presentation), and Clinical Examination. Oral, if required.
