Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

This module aims to provide an introduction to basic clinical skills. The module should provide a foundation in conjunction with CMB2007 (Human Anatomy) in these areas for bioscience students who plan to study medicine

Outline Of Syllabus

This module consists of clinical and communication skills at the heart of medical training. The ability to gather information from a patient and perform physical examination of the patient is an essential requirement of clinical practice. Clinical skills will also require the application of acquired basic anatomical and clinical knowledge. The format of each session comprises a brief scene-setting introduction followed by practice on models, manikins and/or each other supervised by the tutor. All clinical skills procedures have the following components: the basic procedure, the associated communication skill, the anatomical and basic knowledge that underpins the skill and the professional attitudes that allow you to use the clinical skill appropriately and competently.

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

By the end of the module students should be able to:


1 List the common causes of cardio-respiratory arrest in children and adults.
2 Describe how the basic BLS technique may be modified to protect casualty and rescuer from potential harm
3 Recognise a situation where the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) is required
4 Describe the significance of the following abnormal findings: radio-radial delay; radio-femoral delay; presence of an arterial bruit
5 Describe correct and safe disposal of waste within the clinical environment
6 Describe key patient safety and health and safety issues relevant to venepuncture
7 Describe the recommended procedures for dealing with accidental needle stick injuries

Intended Skill Outcomes

By the end of the module students should:

1 Demonstrate how to attempt Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation of the cardiac arrested victim using the current Resus council guidelines
2 Demonstrate the correct technique for cardiac compressions, mouth to mouth and mouth to mask ventilations using a mannequin
3 Demonstrate the initial assessment of the collapsed casualty/patient using the recommended technique outlined by the resuscitation council (UK) guidelines
4 Demonstrate the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED)
5 Describe and demonstrate the recommended technique for the management of a choking adult
6 Place an unconscious casualty in the recovery position using the recommended technique outlined in resus UK guidelines
7 Demonstrate accurate measurement of blood pressure using correct technique for a manual sphygmomanometer
8 Demonstrate the correct use of a stethoscope
9 Demonstrate the ability to locate and palpate the major arterial pulse points in the upper and lower limbs
10 Record and document your findings with respect to pulse and blood pressure
11 Demonstrate a systematic approach (including inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation) and technique used in clinical examination of the respiratory system
12 Demonstrate safe aseptic technique for venepuncture on an arm trainer using a closed system
13 Demonstrate correct disposal of clinical waste during the procedure of venepuncture
14 Demonstrate selection of a good vein for venepuncture
15 Demonstrate a systematic approach (including inspection, palpation and auscultation) and technique used in clinical examination of the cardiovascular system
16 Demonstrate a systematic approach (including inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation) and technique used in clinical examination of the gastrointestinal system
17 Demonstrate examination of the knee using a systematic look, feel, move, function approach

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

The Module talks will be online non-synchronous support for the students, providing an introduction and overview of the module followed by guidance in how to write a reflective submission. Students will complete preparatory work using online tutorials and additional reading. The clinical skills lab sessions enable students to observe and perform key clinical skills. The practical nature of the module enables students to reflect upon how they might approach situations differently. Students will be expected to interact during and contribute to practical sessions to demonstrate their understanding and abilities. Formative and peer feedback of written work will progress students’ reflective written abilities and provide a portable portfolio of experience to help them prepare for their future medical studies.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

The use of a portfolio to record experiences following each skills lab, enables a reflective and rich method for assessing learning outcomes. The portfolio of reflection will contain three of the five written reflective pieces prepared by the student. Students will benefit from peer and formative feedback for two written pieces in order to develop their writing and reflective skills prior to portfolio submission. Students will choose which three of their five reflections they will submit as their portfolio. The professionalism and competence assessment reflects the vocational and professional nature of a clinical subject and will involves signing off of attendance at, and validation of their contribution to the lab sessions.

FMS Schools offering Semester One modules available as ‘Study Abroad’ will, where required, provide an alternative assessment time for examinations that take place after the Winter vacation. Coursework with submission dates after the Winter vacation will either be submitted at an earlier date or at the same time remotely. The assessment format will not normally vary from the original to ensure learning outcomes are met. Any changes to the original format must meet module learning outcomes and be approved by the school.

The form of assessment will not vary from the original.

General Notes

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