Module Overview
The course aims to enable autonomous practice in dealing with fundamental and more complex problems of oral anticoagulation management.
This course consists of pre course learning, 3 days of lectures, seminars, facilitated group discussions and practical workshops. To achieve full accreditation it is necessary to successfully undertake both written and practical assessments on day 3 plus a summative assessment in the six months following course attendance. The summative assessments are conducted within anticoagulation management clinics.
Learning outcomes
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An understanding of the theory underpinning anticoagulation management
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An understanding of the pharmacology of vitamin K antagonists and the relevant medication, side effects, antidotes, interactions and dosing
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A knowledge of the management of anticoagulation and prevention of complications on the basis of current guidelines and existing research evidence
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An understanding of the roles of the multi professional disciplinary team in managing anticoagulation safely
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An understanding of the requirements of clinical governance for anticoagulation management developing / adapting and applying audit tools with performance indicators
Credits
10/20 credits
Module Attendance Required
3 day block of teaching.
Module Dates
2013/14 dates
This course is run multiple times throughout the year.
29 April - 1st May
10 - 12 July
16 – 18 September
2 – 4 December
Assessment
MCQ exam, case study, practical assessment, clinical assessment in practice.
Academics involved in the delivery of this module
Dr Ellen Murray, Senior Lecturer, Dept of Primary Care and General Practice.
Prof David Fitzmaurice, Prof of Primary Care.
Stand Alone Course
This module can also be taken as a stand alone course if required. To apply, please contact Amy Partleton, Programme Administrator, 0121 414 2677, cpcc@contacts.bham.ac.uk.
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Fee if taken as a stand alone course
£1,500
For information on fees please contact the Programme Administrator.
This module can be taken without the assessment if required (but no credits will be awarded).
Entry requirements if taken as a stand alone course
A relevant first degree or an equivalent professional qualification.