Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

This module provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding required for gastrointestinal (GI) physiology.

Outline Of Syllabus

Basic overview of Gastrointestinal Physiology investigation

Basic anatomy and physiology (including pelvic floor anatomy and basic neurophysiology)

Physics and equipment

Common medical conditions

History taking

Indications for tests

Limitations of tests

Breath testing and rationale

Patient risks

Differences between guidelines, gold standard, legal – statutory and mandatory definitions

Legislation

Gastrointestinal Physiology evidence-based research

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

On completion of the module students should be able to:

1.       Apply integrative and detailed knowledge of gastrointestinal system anatomy and physiology, including nomenclature.

2.       Critically evaluate the principles and practices underpinning routine investigations and procedures used when undertaking testing, diagnosis and treatment of the gastrointestinal system.

3.       Identify and illustrate the links between Clinical Scientists in Gastrointestinal Physiology and other clinical specialisms.

Intended Skill Outcomes

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Teaching Rationale And Relationship

The fundamental understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system, pathophysiology of gastrointestinal disease and the principles of gastrointestinal science within a quality assurance/legislative framework are imparted to students, predominately through a mix of lectures, small group teaching, field visits and tutorials.

Lecture sessions developed understanding, introduce complex concepts and provide early insights into the relationships between theory and clinical/laboratory practice.

-Small group teaching sessions are used to provide opportunities for interaction, discussion and clarification to support these lectures.

Tutorials are used to develop individual and collective understanding and to plan for the practical tasks (field visits and lab work).

An anatomy workshop will provide students with opportunity to view anatomical specimens and engage with the demonstrators during this live session to consolidate their knowledge of this topic.

A practical understanding of the role of gastro-intestinal scientists in relation to other scientific disciplines and healthcare roles will be covered in the lectures and then further developed through the student led reflective activities.

Student led activities include elements such as case based discussions, in which students will be provided with cases-based problems to work through, both collectively and individually. In this, student are expected to recognise and develop best practice procedure and provide appropriate solutions. Cases will vary in their scope and length, but are designed to frame their professional understanding to include other healthcare scientists and healthcare professionals.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

The MCQ exam (single best answer style questions) will test the student's scientific knowledge and also their ability to apply that knowledge effectively and appropriately to the clinical setting and consequently demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the module material. This is particularly important as the students will be based in a hospital/laboratory setting during their work placements.

The written exercise is used to assess the critical thinking skills, understanding and application of the knowledge developed through the course of study and the students' ability to apply this knowledge to real life problems and service development as detailed in the programme aims.

General Notes

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