MED8302 : Haemodialysis Vascular Access
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Shalabh Srivastava
- Lecturer: Dr Saeed Ahmed, Dr Rauri Clark, Dr Sarah McCloskey, Dr James Andrews
- Owning School: School of Medical Education
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 3 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
The aim of this module is to provide students with the underpinning theoretical knowledge required to perform techniques for providing central venal access (tunnelled and non-tunnelled) in relation to haemodialysis.
Outline Of Syllabus
Indications and patient selection for haemodialysis and establishment of a central vascular access catheter:
Anatomy of the central veins and surface markings in relation to the procedure
Process of consent and understanding risks related to the procedure
Procedure of establishing vascular access (tunnelled and non-tunnelled central vascular access)
Pre and Post procedure care
Complications and long-term implications
Audit and research related to dialysis vascular access
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 30 | 1:00 | 30:00 | Preparatory work for assessments |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 40 | 1:00 | 40:00 | Self-guided reading around lecture and workshop topics |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 3 | 8:00 | 24:00 | 3 x 1 day PIP workshops including interactive teaching sessions to impart theoretical knowledge and workshop style sessions building on knowledge and including case based discussions and formative practice |
| Guided Independent Study | Reflective learning activity | 10 | 1:00 | 10:00 | Preparation of case studies for discussion at workshop sessions |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | Mandatory online surgery |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 94 | 1:00 | 94:00 | Self Directed Study |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Within workshop sessions, teaching sessions will explain concepts and develop theoretical knowledge regarding the application of methods for gaining vascular access as relevant to the specialism of interventional nephrology [LO 1 - 9].
Workshops are also used to provide opportunity for interaction, discussions and clarification to support learning is selected areas based on case study examples [LO 2, 5,6 & 7]. Formative practice is embedded into workshop sessions, through the answering of single best answer questions of the same style to those used in the summative assessment and consideration, selection and preparation of case study material for workshop group discussion.
Surgery sessions will promote student engagement in their learning and will provide them with the opportunity to come together as a group to discuss taught and clinical issues around the subject area of the module. Q & A sessions will allow students to discuss issues around their learning and seek advice from the programme team.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Examination | 60 | 3 | A | 60 | In person Inspera multiple choice examination - 40 questions each carrying 1 mark |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case study | 3 | M | 40 | Quality improvement case study + reflection log based on review of procedures log 2000 words. Written report on project developed + assessed in MED8300 + MED8301 presentations.Optional (+ formative) presentation) to report and discuss case study report. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The MCQ Single Best Answer style question examination provides an opportunity to assess the students acquisition of appropriate knowledge regarding the application of vascular access techniques in relation to interventional nephrology. Elements of this computer based examination will require the interpretation of data provided as either still or moving images in a digital format.
The written case study offers opportunity for students to apply their knowledge and understanding in the context of the clinical setting by selecting an appropriate case study based on their clinical experience. The focus on aspects of quality improvement will enable the student to consider how knowledge acquired during this taught module can be applied in their workplace environment with a view to enhancing the quality of patient care.
In order to pass the module, students must achieve a mark of 50% or above in both the digital examination and the case study and achieve an overall mark of 50% or above for the module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- MED8302's Timetable