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Module title
Module code
Credit value
Level
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appropriate level with an ‘X’
Ophthalmic surgical practice.
NH6159
20 credits
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Level 0 (for modules at foundation level)
X
Level 7
Level 8
Entry criteria for registration on this module
Pre-requisites
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equivalent
Normal course entry requirements apply. Or, if taken as a free standing
module pre-requisites are: healthcare professionals normally working for a
minimum of 15 hours per week in an ophthalmic practice setting with one
years’ post-registration experience.
Co-requisite modules
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equivalent
Module delivery
Mode of delivery
Taught
X
Distance
Placement x
Online
Other
Pattern of delivery
Weekly X
Block
Other
When module is delivered
Semester 1
X
Semester 2
X
Throughout year
Other
Brief description of module This module covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions requiring
content and/ or aims
surgery and the related physiology and anatomy, enabling the student to
Overview (max 80 words)
gain a fundamental understanding of these conditions and treatment. It
covers the whole surgical pathway, pre-assessment, operating theatre,
ward/day case unit and OPD follow up. It is a module suitable for
multidisciplinary (MDT) learning
Module team/ author/
coordinator(s)
School
Site/ campus where
delivered
Gaynor Paul
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Falmer, Brighton/Trust site
Course(s) for which module is appropriate and status on that course
Course
BSc (Hons) Acute Clinical Practice
Graduate Certificate Acute Clinical Practice
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice
Status (mandatory/ compulsory/
optional)
O
O
O
MODULE AIMS, ASSESSMENT AND SUPPORT
Aims
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To critically explore the principles of surgery within ophthalmology.
To develop an advanced theoretical knowledge base and skills for
the care and management of patients with eye and associated
conditions requiring surgical intervention.
To evaluate ophthalmic care pathways for patients undergoing
surgery
Learning outcomes
Content
On successful completion of the module the student will be able to:
1. Critically analyse their skills in relation to pre-operative
assessment, including technical skills such as biometry.
2. Evaluate the concept of ‘Day Surgery’ with particular reference
to the anaesthetic and analgesic techniques employed to
ensure patient discharge within the day surgery criteria.
3. Discuss and appraise specific care that ophthalmic patients
require while undergoing surgery
4. Critically analyse post-operative complications and the
appropriate action needed.
5. Reflect on the care and advice given to patients
postoperatively for different ophthalmic surgical cases.
6. Critically analyse the psychosocial care given to patients and in
particular the data obtained from the telephone discharge call.
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Learning support
Principles of day surgery care
The ophthalmic pre-assessment process and diagnostic/
investigative tests required i.e. biometry
General Anaesthesia in relation to ophthalmic surgery
Local Anaesthetic techniques e.g. sub-tenons, topical and peribulbar blocks.
Ophthalmic instruments used for different procedures e.g.
cataract sets. Technology awareness e.g. phakoemulsification.
Ophthalmic theatre skills and knowledge.
Psychological and emotional care of patients in theatre
including care of patients undergoing local anaesthetic.
Ophthalmic surgical and postoperative complications.
Relevant ocular pharmacology.
Roles in the multi-disciplinary team in the surgical setting
Text books.
 Kanski, J. J. B. Bowling 2011. Clinical Ophthalmology a
systemic approach. 7th ed. London : Elsevier
 Macfarlane, M., J. Tilotson, D.Field 2009 Ophthalmic Study
guide Cumbria: M&K Publishing
 Marsden, J. (ed) 2006. Ophthalmic Care. Chichester: Wiley.
 Ring, L., M.Okoro. 2012 A handbook of ophthalmic nursing
standards Cumbria M&K publishing LTD
 Shaw M.E. , A. Lee. R., Stollery 2010 Ophthalmic Nursing 4th
ed: Blackwell publishing
 Spaeth, G.L. H .V. Danesh-Mayer, I. Goldberg, A. Kampick
2011. Ophthalmic Surgery : Principles and Practice London
Elsvier.
Websites
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http://www.glaucoma-association.com
 http:// www.optometry.co.uk
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http://www.univardis.co.uk
Journals
British Journal of Ophthalmology.
Insight: The Journal of the American Society of Ophthalmic registered
Nurses.
International Journal of Ophthalmic Practice.
Teaching and learning activities
Details of teaching and
learning activities
A variety of teaching methods includes:
 Lectures
 Group work
 Quizzes
 Practical sessions/workshops
 Journal club
Allocation of study hours (indicative)
Study hours
Where 10 credits = 100 learning hours
SCHEDULED
This is an indication of the number of hours students
can expect to spend in scheduled teaching activities
including lectures, seminars, tutorials, project
supervision, demonstrations, practical classes and
workshops, supervised time in workshops/ studios,
fieldwork, external visits, and work-based learning.
GUIDED INDEPENDENT
STUDY
All students are expected to undertake guided
independent study which includes wider reading/
practice, follow-up work, the completion of assessment
tasks, and revisions.
PLACEMENT
The placement is a specific type of learning away from
the University that is not work-based learning or a year
abroad.
TOTAL STUDY HOURS
60
40
100
200
Assessment tasks
Details of assessment for
this module
Types of assessment task1
The assessment consists of two parts: parts one and two. Both parts
must be passed in order to pass the module
Part one Theoretical element (50%of the overall mark) - case
study
The case study will focus on an ophthalmic patient undergoing a
surgical intervention in order to gain understanding of the patient’s
surgical experience and the rationale for surgery (LO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) The
assignment should address the current evidence-based research and
policy directives implicit in the management of their chosen patient and
the psychosocial effects on the patient (LO 6)
Part two Practical element (50% of overall mark) – Clinical skills
Students will be expected to complete 6 clinical skills determining the
theoretical links and relevance to current practice. (LO 1-6)
% weighting
Indicative list of summative assessment tasks which lead to the award of credit or which are required for
progression.
(or indicate if
component is
pass/fail)
WRITTEN
COURSEWORK
1
Case study
50%
Set exercises, which assess the application of knowledge or analytical, problem-solving or evaluative skills, are included
under the type of assessment most appropriate to the particular task.
PRACTICAL
Clinical skills
50%
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Area examination board
Undergraduate CPE (Acute Clinical Practice) AEB
Refer to Faculty Office for guidance in completing the following sections
External examiners
Name
Position and institution
Date appointed
Ms Yvonne Needham
Senior Lecturer University of
Hull.
2012
Date tenure
ends
2016
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Date of first approval
2006
Only complete where this is not the
first version
Date of last revision
2010
Only complete where this is not the
first version
Date of approval for this
version
Version number
Modules replaced
June 2013
4
(old code NH3159)
Specify codes of modules for which
this is a replacement
Available as free-standing module?
Yes
x
No