Our websites use cookies (session, persistent, third party, advertising and performance) to improve your experience and for targeted advertising. To find out more and learn how to disable these cookies, please see our cookies policy

Professional Development

Tel: +44 (0)117 3281158, Option 1 for PD
followed by option: 1 for CHSS, 2 for CBAL or 3 for CATE

You can view, apply for and review your professional development courses here.

Care of the Acutely Ill Adult


Courses

Please select the level of study you wish to apply for. Level M indicates that you wish to study at Masters level, and Levels 1-3 indicate that you wish to study at Degree (Undergraduate) level.

Course Details


Course/Module Code

UZWR19-20-3

Level

3

Fees

24-25 Non-Accredited 20 credits

£822.00

Unassessed

24-25 Accredited 20 credits

£1100.00

Assessed

Course Dates

Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.
If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.

Course Dates

Course Information : CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 10/12/24. If the closing date has passed please contact us for availability. PLEASE NOTE: once your application status is showing as registered, it will take up to 5 working days for your login details for MyUWE to be issued by email. Please only contact us if you have not received after this time. Distance Learning Online Assessments throughout. Blackboard Submission date (essay): 21/04/25

Venue

CPD DISTANCE LEARNING (HAS)

The course is full, please select another available date or join the waiting list.

If you are already registered, clicking on the waiting list button will take you to the application form for you to complete and be added to the waiting list

Attendance days for the course

Wednesday - 15 January 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 22 January 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 29 January 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 05 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 12 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 19 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 26 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 05 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 12 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 19 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 26 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00

Applications

University

Assessment

You will be expected to undertake a series of 5 x 10 minute online activities throughout the module, timed at specific module weeks and embedded in the learning process.

A 1,500 word assignment will allow for application of the knowledge gained in the online activities to the management of the deteriorating patient.

You will be given opportunities to test your understanding and learning in several interactive quizzes and activities with feedback throughout the module. These activities will also prepare you for engagement with the summative elements described below.

Campus

Distance learning

Careers/further study

The Level 6 (undergraduate level) module can contribute towards:

  • BSc(Hons) Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
  • BSc(Hons) Health and Social Care
  • MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • Professional Development Award

The level 7 (Masters level) module can contribute towards:

  • MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • Professional Development Awards

Content

The module syllabus typically includes:

Respiratory deterioration; assessment and management

  • Applied physiology, pathophysiology,
  • Chest X-ray interpretation and  Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Oxygen therapy & Nebulizer therapy
  • Non-invasive respiratory support, Tracheostomy, tracheal suction and other airway maintenance strategies

Cardiovascular deterioration; assessment and management

  • Applied cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology
  • Monitoring cardiac and vascular pressures
  • Cardiovascular drugs & fluid therapy

Communication

  • Track and trigger systems and Communication tools
  • Breaking bad news

Host response to Infection

  • Host response
  • Inflammation
  • Sepsis

Detecting neurological deterioration

  • Neurological/ cognitive assessment
  • Acute confusional states & acute severe headache

Above content mapped against:   Department of Health (2009) Competencies for recognising and responding to acutely ill patients in hospital. (Recogniser and Primary responder)

Course Director

Phil Sayce

Entry Requirements

You must be a registered healthcare practitioner working in an environment where you encounter patients with acute physiological deterioration.

Introduction

The 20 credit Care of the Acutely Ill Adult module, available at level 6 (UZWR19-20-3) or level 7 (UZWR1A-20-M), will allow you to critically identify and interpret the appropriate course of action for a client with deteriorating respiratory and/or cardiovascular status.

On successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • critically analyse a client's condition using knowledge of altered respiratory and cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology.
  • critically evaluate communication and documentation issues relating to acute care in context of your own work environment.
  • selectively analyse issues relating to the assessment and management of cognitive/neurological deterioration relevant to your own client group.
  • analyse and discriminate between the clinical presentation in relation to the physiological response to infection and possible sepsis.

Key Facts

You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.

Learning and Teaching

The entire module is delivered online. You will undertake a variety of non-synchronous learning tasks including discussion boards, wikis and guided online reading. Audio visual and Interactive media will be employed where appropriate such as quizzes, exercises, and video tutorials.

Core information will be provided on blackboard and will draw upon and direct you to the wealth of material available via the internet including, videos, webinars, tutorials and simulations. There will recommended but not essential practical learning experiences (for example a visit to the operating theatre).

The module is structured into two large and two smaller themes

a)   Respiratory

b)   Cardiovascular

c)   Communication

d)   Host response to infection

Core material in relation to these topics is provided online and organised according to the theme. There is an inherent progression within respiratory and cardiovascular themes which starts at physiology and ends at management.

You are free to study at your own pace and "surfing" beyond core topics (but with relevance to your own practice) is encouraged. PDF files, links or digitised copies of any essential reading will be provided.

The remaining 18 contact hours will be non-synchronous learning through discussion, collaboration (wiki) and individual communication with allocated team member.

Study facilities

The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.

Get a feel for the Health Professions facilities we have on offer here from wherever you are.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

You can also follow us on Twitter @UWEhasCPD.

Title

20 credit level 6 or level 7 module


Click here to ask us a question about this course. Please include your full name with your question. If required, please let us know if you want us to add you to the future dates mailing list. Alternatively you may email us directly at pd@uwe.ac.uk


Enquire

To view all CPD courses offered by UWE Bristol, please select (click on) the box below

View courses

Course Details


Course/Module Code

UZWR1A-20-M

Level

M

Fees

24-25 Non-Accredited 20 credits

£822.00

Unassessed

24-25 Accredited 20 credits

£1100.00

Assessed

Course Dates

Select course date below to see all attendance days and to apply.
If no course dates are shown below this could be due to high demand or no availability. If your course is being funded by your employer and they have bought places in advance you will need to contact them to be given the links to apply.

Course Dates

Course Information : CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 10/12/24. If the closing date has passed please contact us for availability. PLEASE NOTE: once your application status is showing as registered, it will take up to 5 working days for your login details for MyUWE to be issued by email. Please only contact us if you have not received after this time. Distance Learning Online Assessments throughout. Blackboard Submission date (essay): 21/04/25.

Venue

CPD DISTANCE LEARNING (HAS)

The course is full, please select another available date or join the waiting list.

If you are already registered, clicking on the waiting list button will take you to the application form for you to complete and be added to the waiting list

Attendance days for the course

Wednesday - 15 January 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 22 January 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 29 January 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 05 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 12 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 19 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 26 February 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 05 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 12 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 19 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00
Wednesday - 26 March 2025ONLINE18:00 - 20:00

Applications

University

Assessment

You will be expected to undertake a series of 5 x 10 minute online activities throughout the module, timed at specific module weeks and embedded in the learning process.

A 1,500 word assignment will allow for application of the knowledge gained in the online activities to the management of the deteriorating patient.

You will be given opportunities to test your understanding and learning in several interactive quizzes and activities with feedback throughout the module. These activities will also prepare you for engagement with the summative elements described below.

Campus

Distance learning

Careers/further study

The Level 6 (undergraduate level) module can contribute towards:

  • BSc(Hons) Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
  • BSc(Hons) Health and Social Care
  • MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • Professional Development Award

The level 7 (Masters level) module can contribute towards:

  • MSc Specialist Practice (District Nursing)
  • MSc Advanced Practice
  • Professional Development Awards

Content

The module syllabus typically includes:

Respiratory deterioration; assessment and management

  • Applied physiology, pathophysiology,
  • Chest X-ray interpretation and  Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Oxygen therapy & Nebulizer therapy
  • Non-invasive respiratory support, Tracheostomy, tracheal suction and other airway maintenance strategies

Cardiovascular deterioration; assessment and management

  • Applied cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology
  • Monitoring cardiac and vascular pressures
  • Cardiovascular drugs & fluid therapy

Communication

  • Track and trigger systems and Communication tools
  • Breaking bad news

Host response to Infection

  • Host response
  • Inflammation
  • Sepsis

Detecting neurological deterioration

  • Neurological/ cognitive assessment
  • Acute confusional states & acute severe headache

Above content mapped against:   Department of Health (2009) Competencies for recognising and responding to acutely ill patients in hospital. (Recogniser and Primary responder)

Course Director

Phil Sayce

Entry Requirements

You must be a registered healthcare practitioner working in an environment where you encounter patients with acute physiological deterioration.

Introduction

The 20 credit Care of the Acutely Ill Adult module, available at level 6 (UZWR19-20-3) or level 7 (UZWR1A-20-M), will allow you to critically identify and interpret the appropriate course of action for a client with deteriorating respiratory and/or cardiovascular status.

On successful completion of this course, you should be able to:

  • critically analyse a client's condition using knowledge of altered respiratory and cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology.
  • critically evaluate communication and documentation issues relating to acute care in context of your own work environment.
  • selectively analyse issues relating to the assessment and management of cognitive/neurological deterioration relevant to your own client group.
  • analyse and discriminate between the clinical presentation in relation to the physiological response to infection and possible sepsis.

Key Facts

You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.

Learning and Teaching

The entire module is delivered online. You will undertake a variety of non-synchronous learning tasks including discussion boards, wikis and guided online reading. Audio visual and Interactive media will be employed where appropriate such as quizzes, exercises, and video tutorials.

Core information will be provided on blackboard and will draw upon and direct you to the wealth of material available via the internet including, videos, webinars, tutorials and simulations. There will recommended but not essential practical learning experiences (for example a visit to the operating theatre).

The module is structured into two large and two smaller themes

a)   Respiratory

b)   Cardiovascular

c)   Communication

d)   Host response to infection

Core material in relation to these topics is provided online and organised according to the theme. There is an inherent progression within respiratory and cardiovascular themes which starts at physiology and ends at management.

You are free to study at your own pace and "surfing" beyond core topics (but with relevance to your own practice) is encouraged. PDF files, links or digitised copies of any essential reading will be provided.

The remaining 18 contact hours will be non-synchronous learning through discussion, collaboration (wiki) and individual communication with allocated team member.

Study facilities

The College of Health, Science and Society has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the facilities it provides.

Get a feel for the Health Professions facilities we have on offer here from wherever you are.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

You can also follow us on Twitter @UWEhasCPD.

Title

20 credit level 6 or level 7 module


Click here to ask us a question about this course. Please include your full name with your question. If required, please let us know if you want us to add you to the future dates mailing list. Alternatively you may email us directly at pd@uwe.ac.uk


Enquire

To view all CPD courses offered by UWE Bristol, please select (click on) the box below

View courses