Leg Ulcer Management

Module delivery dates

Lancaster - 03 October; 09:00 - 16:00 hours, 05, 12 and 26 November, 03 December 2013; 10:00 - 16:00 hours

You will need to attend one of the induction days prior to commencing your first module; these are running in Lancaster on 18 or 19 September 2013 (you only need to attend one date), 08 January 2014 and 26 March 2014 and in Carlisle on 20 September 2013, 07 January 2014 and 25 March 2014. If you have studied at the University of Cumbria in the past two years the requirement to attend the induction day may be waived.

Closing date for applications

The closing date for applications is 5 working days prior to the module start date or, if this is your first module, 5 working days prior to the induction date.

Why study with us?

The aim of this module is to prepare you for your role and responsibilities in relation to leg ulcer management and the provision of a high quality service. The module will encourage you to link theory to practice through reflection on practice.

Finance

If you are employed within NHS North West and this module is to be funded by your employing Trust, please contact your Line Manager and CPD Lead for advice relating to funding and the funding application process.

What can this course lead to?

Having completed this module you may wish to bring these 20 credits in to study the University Advanced Diploma (UAD) Practice Development: Wound Care. Please discuss this opportunity with the module leader before completion of this module. Alternatively, you may wish to use this module towards a degree such as the BSc (Hons) Practice Development or BSc (Hons) Nursing Practice.

Resources and facilities

We are amongst the UK’s leading health and wellbeing faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent.

Entry requirements

Prior successful study at underpinning level

More about levels and credits

Credit and UCAS requirements Credit: 20 credits Selection criteria

To be eligible to study this module, you must demonstrate the ability to study at this level and commit to attempting the assessment. When taken as part of a specific named award, the module content and assessment must be focussed towards the subject of that award. Participation in the formative components of the module is required in order to pass the module.

Modules

HLLG6022 Leg Ulcer Management (20 credits at level 6)

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the relevant anatomy and physiology and pathological conditions contributing to leg ulcer management
• Assess and discuss the holistic needs of patients with leg ulcers and demonstrate how these needs can be met using evidence-based practice
• Demonstrate the utilisation of an evidence based approach to the use of Doppler ultrasound, compression bandaging, and compression hosiery
• Critically review and evaluate your practice in light of current policies and evidence

Indicative core bibliography

Gethin G. Cowman S. (2008), Bacteriological changes in sloughy venous leg ulcers treated with manuka honey or hydrogel: an RCT. Journal of Wound Care, 17 (6): 241-4, 246-7

Guarnera G. Tinelli G. Abeni D. Di Pietro C. Sampogna F. (2007), Pain and quality of life in patients with vascular leg ulcers: an Italian multicentre study. Journal of Wound Care, 16 (8): 347-51

McInnes E. Cullum C. (1998), RCN Guidelines on the Management of Leg Ulcers, Nursing Standard, 13, 9, 61-63.

Moffat C. Martin R. Smithdale R. (2007) Leg Ulcer Management ,Oxford Wiley Blackwell

Morison J.M. Moffatt C.J. Franks P.J. (2007), Leg Ulcers, A problem-based learning approach, Edinburgh, Mosby Elsevier.

Ousey K. McIntosh C. (2007), Lower extremity wounds, A problem-based learning approach, Chichester, Wiley.

Whiteley M. (2011) Understanding venous reflux the cause of varicose veins and venous leg ulcers, London Whiteley Publishing Ltd

www.wounds-uk.com

Assessment

3,000 word written assignment, and 1 hour practical skills assessment

Course summary

This module develops your knowledge and skills in leg ulcer management. Module content includes current policies in relation to leg ulcer management, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, types of and causes of leg ulceration. Holistic assessment of a patient with leg ulcers, use of Doppler ultrasound, use of compression bandaging, compression hosiery.