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Acute Cancer Practice

Cost

£997

Delivery method

Face to face and online

Length of module

5 days

Academic credits and level

15 credits at level 6 or 7

Entry requirements

Applicants should currently be caring for patients with cancer

Course summary

Do you work with patients undergoing cancer treatment? This module will provide nurses or allied health professionals with the knowledge and skills to confidently care for the acute oncology patient. This module will enable students to gain an understanding of how cancer and its treatment can lead to the acute deterioration of the patient. The module utilises a variety to enhance and develop students’ existing knowledge to assess, prevent, and manage the rapidly changing or emergency situation.

I’m more confident when I’m looking after patients because now I understand how cancer and its treatment can lead to the patient becoming acutely ill. The module team were very supportive and always there for advice.

Student quote

This module is in association with:

On successful completion of the module at Level 6 you should be able to demonstrate achievement of the following learning outcomes:

Demonstrate a critical understanding of how cancer and its treatment can lead to a patient becoming acutely unwell, and be able to identify the common oncological emergencies
Critically analyse and apply the relevant evidence base and research to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of the acutely ill cancer patient
Critically evaluate the early warning signs and interventions associated with the common causes of acute deterioration in the cancer patient and your role within this
Critically reflect on the importance of accurate assessment to enable good communication across the multidisciplinary team and ensure continuity of care for the acutely ill cancer patient and their family, and your role within this
Demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues associated with caring for an acutely ill cancer patient and their family

On successful completion of the module at Level 7 you should be able to demonstrate achievement of the following learning outcomes:

Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of how cancer and its treatment can lead to a patient becoming acutely unwell, and be able to identify the common oncological emergencies
Critically analyse and synthesise the relevant evidence base and research to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of the acutely ill cancer patient
Critically evaluate and synthesise the early warning signs and interventions associated with the common causes of acute deterioration in the cancer patient and your role within this
Critically reflect on the importance of accurate assessment to enable good communication across the multidisciplinary team and ensure continuity of care for the acutely ill cancer patient and their family, and your role within this
Critically explore the complexities surrounding the ethical, socio-political and service delivery issues associated with caring for an acutely ill cancer patient and their family

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