Module Details
Module Code: |
DRUG C1102 |
Module Title:
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Drugs and How They Work 2
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Title:
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Drugs and How They Work 2
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Paula Rankin
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Module Author:: |
Fiona Leonard
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Module Description: |
On completion of this module, students will have gained knowledge, skills and competencies in principles of pathology (i.e. underlying mechanisms which cause disease) and pharmacology (i.e. how drugs work) relevant to a range of common medical conditions.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Describe in simple terms the underlying pathology of a range of common diseases, including factors contributing to an individual's risk. |
LO2 |
Outline/list drugs used to treat/manage a range of conditions. Explain the basic mode of action and rationale behind the use of commonly prescribed drugs. (Students should be familiar with both generic and trade names of drugs.) |
LO3 |
Describe common side effects and drug-drug interactions. |
LO4 |
Provide basic advice to patients on the correct use of certain commonly prescribed drugs. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Theory
Autonomic nervous system; basic physiology of the autonomic nervous system and neurotransmission therein.
Overview of drugs which work by acting on the autonomic nervous system, including antimuscarinic agents, α blockers and β blockers.
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Theory
Cardiovascular system; basic pathology of cardiovascular system, with emphasis on management of hypertension, dyslipidaemias, coronary heart disease (including angina ,myocardial infarction), heart failure, arrhythmias and stroke.
Overview of drugs used to treat/manage all above forms of cardiovascular disease; including antihypertensives, drugs used to treat heart failure, dyslipidaemias, arrhythmias, angina, myocardial infarction, stroke, anti-platelet agents, anticoagulants.
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Theory
Gastrointestinal system; Basic pathology of peptic ulcer disease, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, constipation, diarrhoea, irritable bowel disease and inflammatory bowel disease.
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Theory
Drugs affecting the CNS; basic pathology and drugs used to treat Parkinson’s Disease, pain syndromes, epilepsy, headache, migraine and glaucoma.
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Theory
Drug abuse and dependence; overview of drug dependence and its management. Overview of drugs used to manage dependence and withdrawal from opioids, alcohol and nicotine.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 50.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Part Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.00 |
36 |
Estimated Learner Hours |
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Non Contact |
Independent learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.93 |
89 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lectures will address all learning outcomes |
Per Semester |
0.64 |
16 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Self-Direct Independent Learning - an emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices. Review of teaching material, readings, notes. |
Per Semester |
3.16 |
79 |
Work - based Learning |
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Contact |
No Description |
Per Semester |
1.20 |
30 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
1.84 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Pharmaceutical Press.. BNF.
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Other Resources |
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