CVR8019 : Advanced Gastrointestinal Physiology
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Professor Christopher Ward
- Lecturer: Mrs Elisa Wrightham
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 30 |
| ECTS Credits: | 15.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
This module provides the student with a higher specialised body of knowledge and practical competency to underpin the specialist practice of advanced gastrointestinal (GI) physiology.
Outline Of Syllabus
Gastrointestinal anatomy, physiology & pathophysiology
Neurophysiology & endocrinology relevant to Gastrointestinal physiology & pathophysiology
Gastrointestinal related laboratory investigations
Pharmacology of relevance to Gastrointestinal disorders
Clinical History taking skills pertinent to patients with Gastrointestinal Disorders
Device design and technology
Intubation technique and complications
Interpretation of Gastrointestinal investigations (including endoanal ultrasound)
Surgical interventions for Gastrointestinal disorders
Conservative treatments for Gastrointestinal disorders (including neuromodulation)
Psychological interventions for Gastrointestinal disorders
Dietary interventions for Gastrointestinal disorders
Paediatric considerations
Associated regulations
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 34 | 1:00 | 34:00 | Synchronous teaching |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 12 | 2:00 | 24:00 | Examination (120 mins) |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 2 | 7:00 | 14:00 | Written exercise |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 60 | 1:00 | 60:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 15 | 1:00 | 15:00 | Synchronous tutorials |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 9 | 5:00 | 45:00 | PBL Case Studies |
| Guided Independent Study | Student-led group activity | 6 | 2:30 | 15:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 93 | 1:00 | 93:00 | N/A |
| Total | 300:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The core knowledge outcomes will be delivered via lecture materials, while the knowledge of the clinical skills will be introduced in small group teaching and through various resources.
The students will go on to use independent study sessions, directed research and reflective activities around their workplace-based practice to develop their clinical and inter-personal skills. This is supported by Canvas VLE.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 1 | A | 50 | PIP unseen written (closed book) exam. To pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the exam. |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Imaging in Cardiac Disease | 1 | N/A | |
| Diagnosis & Management of Cardiac Rhythm Disorders | 1 | N/A | |
| Vascular Science 2 | 1 | N/A |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 50 | 3000 word written exercise |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The examination provides an opportunity to assess the students' acquisition of appropriate knowledge and their ability to present that knowledge in a clear written format. The exam also assesses the students' critical understanding of the fundamentals of gastrointestinal physiology.
The written exercise provides further opportunities to assess the students understanding and knowledge and their ability to apply that knowledge in a practical and real sense which is relevant to their work place environment.
In order to pass this module candidates must achieve a mark of at least 50% in the written examination.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CVR8019's Timetable