Diagnostic Reasoning for Practice

Course Content

• Course Details

  This module you will support you to develop your clinical knowledge specifically focussed upon the requesting and interpretation of common clinical investigations. Through an active-blended learning approach utilising lectures, clinical laboratory time, online learning and scenario based interactive group work, you will develop the expert knowledge required for the interpretation of common Radiological imaging, common Biochemical and Haematological blood test, Advanced Electrocardiography, Microbiology and immunology, to enable you to apply investigative findings to help formulate a definitive diagnosis.

  This module runs over one semester with 5 taught days, with one online activity learning day and one assessment day.

  There are two components of assessment both weighted at 50%. The first is a case study of 2,000 words in which the student will focus upon a clinical scenario from their practice and critically analyse a chosen investigation, and how this has influenced their plan of care. The second is a group presentation of this case with a verbal defence, lasting approximately 20 minutes.

  Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 22/23. The modules relating to the academic year 23/24 will be available from June 2023.

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• Entry Requirements

  All applicants must:

  • be currently registered with a professional body (NMC/HCPC/GPC); and
  • been registered for a minimum of 3 years.

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• Fees and Funding

  2022/23 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 22/23 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • Module costs: £850 per 20 credit module

  2021/22 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 21/22 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  • Module costs: £830 per 20 credit module

  Please contact Karen Edwards for further information about fees for this module.

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• Module Information

  Using a theory-based approach, students will critically appraise current knowledge and evidence related to diagnostic tools used within practice. This will enable the student to provide a theoretical base from which to make efficient and effective decisions in relation to service user’s healthcare needs, and their management. This module links with Advanced Assessment and Clinical Reasoning (NURM080).

  It can be taken as a stand-alone module or part of MSc Advanced Clinical Practice award; Post-graduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice; post graduate Certificate in Advanced Clinical Practice or MSc Advanced Practice (Top Up).

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