The Steps of the assessment process are detailed as below.
1. There will be 3 scenarios published on canvas .
2. You will be expected to choose one scenario and write a 3500-word essay with the following structure to meet the learning outcomes. The essay needs to be supported with appropriate literature:
a) Title page (Module code, student ID, word count)
b) Index page with contents and page number
c) Introduction ( Summarise the scenario which you are going to address linking to the learning outcomes)- maximum 250 words
d) Analyse and discuss the patient’s signs and symptoms assessment (LO1-2) for the selected scenario. It is important to refer to NEWS, the range of assessment tools, and the severity of the patient’s conditions. – (approximately 750 words).
e) Critically discuss the pathophysiology of the presenting acute illness. This should include discussion of the cause of admission, physiological responses, and the effects of the underlying pathophysiology on organ function (LO1)-(approximately 750 words).
f) Critically discuss the nursing and medical interventions required to manage the patient’s condition. Identify the priorities of care and key interventions and make recommendations based on evidence to manage the priorities of care (e.g. ABCDE, track and trigger and escalation to the appropriate members of the MDT) (LO2)- (approximately 750 words)
g) Critically discuss the holistic care needs of the patients and their families.
Demonstrate awareness of patient-centered care incorporating the role of the family and psychosocial impact of acute illness on patients and their families.
Demonstrate the importance of a compassionate and holistic approach to care.
Demonstrate awareness about the implications of the ethical and legal issues that surround the care of acutely ill patients. (LO3/ LO5)- (approximately 750 words)
h) Conclusion of the learning from the case scenario (approximately 250 words)
