Operating Department Practice

Introduction To Operating Department Practice

This module introduces you to working in the operating department by providing detail of the principles underpinning operating department practice, placing patient safety at the core of professional practice. You will start to develop your academic writing, including finding and using evidence, referencing, and assignment skills. You will explore the structure of the NHS, health and safety at work, and risk assessment. You will be introduced to law and ethics, consent and confidentiality, professionalism and professional standards, and information governance. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of biological sciences and biochemistry, including principles of homeostasis, control of the human body, and microbiology. You will reflect on the role of human factors in the delivery of safe and effective patient care, including communication and barriers to efective communication, teamwork, and the theatre environment. Although this module does not have a practice-based element of assessment, you will spend time in clinical placement areas (organised by the University) to experience how the concepts covered in this module relate directly to your professional practice.

Fundamentals Of Perioperative Practice

This is a module based primarily in clinical practice where theoretical concepts will be applied to patient care in the operating department. You will have the opportunity to develop and practice essential clinical skills in the skills laboratory, including aseptic technique, airway management, vital signs monitoring, Basic Life Support (BLS), and moving and handling. You will explore the role of human error and its role in patient outcomes. You will reflect on your persoanl and professional development throughout the module, and prepare a portfolio of evidence. This module is supported by clinical placements (organised by the University) where colleagues in clinical practice will participate in the development and assessment of clinical skills and applied knowledge. Due to the professional nature of the course, additional hours are allocated to this module to facilitate practice-based development.

Perioperative Care Pathways

This module draws on the concepts covered in the Introduction to Operating Department Practice and Preparation of the Patient for Anaesthesia and Surgery modules, and applies these to the development of holistic care pathways for patients under your care. You will examine the fundamentals of perioperative care (pre-assessment, peri- and post-operative), and how this relates to the patient journey and experience. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of anaesthesia and associated pharmacology, the principles of surgical practice, and discharge pathways. You will examine patient safety in the operating department, including adult safeguarding, Prevent, incident reporting and raising concerns. You will be involved in a Service-user conference, where you will explore the lived experiences of service-users and carers who have accessed surgical pathways, gaining an invaluable patient perspective. Although this module does not have a practice-based assessment, you will spend time in clinical placement areas (organised by the University) to experience how the concepts covered in this module relate directly to your professional practice.

Preparation Of The Patient For Anaesthesia And Surgery

This module develops your learning from the Introduction to Operating Department Practice module, focusing on the patient within the clinical environment. You will focus on the preparation of the operating department and the patient for their procedure, developing and delivering individualised patient care. You will examine legal and ethical issues, including accountability, duty of care, consent, and negligence. You will explore how Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI); race, culture and ethnicity; and health and social inequalities impact on patient care. You will develop your knowledge and understanding of biological sciences, including anatomy and physiology. You will reflect on the role of human factors in the reception and identification of patients, and the use of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist; and how ergonomics in the operating department affect moving and handling of patients and equipment. Although this module does not have a practice-based element of assessment, you will spend time in clinical placement areas (organised by the University) to experience how the concepts covered in this module relate directly to your professional practice.

Intermediate Perioperative Care

In this practice module, you will apply the fundamental skills and knowledge developed in year one to a range of complex situations in the operating department. This will include delivering perioperative care in a range of specialised areas, such as Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) and Obstetrics, as well as introducing recovery care. You will explore equipment used in specialist areas of anaesthesia and surgery. You will examine policies and procedures for deteriorating patients, and safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. You will develop your knowledge and skills in medicines management and drug administration, drug calculations, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Paediatric Life Support (PLS). You will reflect on your professional and personal development, and how self-awareness and personal values and beliefs impact on patient care. Due to the professional nature of this award, this module is supported by a range of clinical placements (arranged by the University).

Developing Perioperative Care Strategies

This module builds on the level 4 Perioperative Care Pathways module, to focus on a range of challenging care situations associated with patients with co-morbidity. You will consider altered physiology and associated treatment protocols in the perioperative care of these patients. You will examine principles of anaesthesia in specialised perioperative areas such as ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat)/Shared airway, Obstetrics and Paediatrics. You will explore the principles of surgery in specialised perioperative areas including surgical complications, use of specialised equipment, and patient positioning for specialised procedures. You will explore assessment of and care for the patient in recovery, including A-E assessment, discharge criteria, and enhanced recovery. You will develop your knowledge and skills with regard to pharmacology and medicines management, including drug calculations, IV infusions/Blood transfusions, and drug errors. You will critically reflect on the role of human factors in the delivery of safe and effective patient care, including spatial and situational awareness and specific patient safety processes, for example, 'Stop before you block'. Although this modules does not have a practice-based element of assessment, you will spend time in clinical placement areas (organised by the University) to experience how the concepts covered in this module relate directly to your professional practice.

Care Of Patients With Comorbidities

Building on year one studies, you will explore the specific care needs of patients with a range of co-morbities. This will include the study of the biological processes of intercurrent disease and the care protocols and plans put into place to care for patients in the operating department. You will explore social inequalities, including the correlation between inequality and intercurrent disease, and issues with mental health, including mental health issues, mental capacity and consent. You will develop your theory and knowledge about pathophysiology, including obesity, diabetes, respiratory disorders, and cardiovascular disease. You will examine evidence-based practice and NICE clinical guidelines relating to venous thromboembolism (VTE), pressure ulceration, and pain management; and evaluate clinical interventions including assessment tools, pharmacological and mechanical interventions. Although this module does not have a practice-based element of assessment, you will spend time in clinical placement areas (organised by the University) to experience how the concepts covered in this module relate directly to your professional practice.

Research Methods In Health And Social Care

This module introduces you to the concept of research from its philosophical underpinnings through to the application of research methodologies to health and social care. You will explore the relationship between research and clinical evidence; the link between ontology, epistemology and methodology; and quantitative and qualitative methodolgies as research paradigms. You will develop research designs, including methodology, methods/data collection, research sample, research ethics, data analysis, and presentation of research findings. You will develop critical appraisal and an understanding of research ethics.

Specialised Perioperative Practice

Emergency Care In The Operating Department And Associated Areas

Leadership, Management And Change In Health And Social Care

Research And Development In The Operating Department