MEDN60041 15 Semester 2 Postgraduate Taught Level 6 Jacques Diacono Unit coordinator Division of Medical Education 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 <p>Students will revise their knowledge of anatomical differences in neonates and young children and use this knowledge to influence their practice in a clinical context, for example management of neonatal airway pathology; inserting invasive lines with appropriate placement and the relevant differences for performing central neuraxial blockade. The students will evaluate and justify the merits of current fluid management strategies in neonates; small children and those with metabolic conditions. The students will appraise the complexities of TIVA (Total IntraVenous Anaesthesia), muscle relaxants, systemic analgesics and local anaesthetic agents and potential additives to support their clinical application.</p><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Students will revise their knowledge of anatomical differences in neonates and young children and use this knowledge to influence their practice in a clinical context, for example management of neonatal airway pathology; inserting invasive lines with appropriate placement and the relevant differences for performing central neuraxial blockade. The students will evaluate and justify the merits of current fluid management strategies in neonates; small children and those with metabolic conditions. The students will appraise the complexities of TIVA (Total IntraVenous Anaesthesia), muscle relaxants, systemic analgesics and local anaesthetic agents and potential additives to support their clinical application.</p><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The unit is intended to give students an in-depth understanding of neonatal and paediatric anatomy, physiology and pharmacology. The unit will allow the students to utilise theoretical knowledge in these areas to justify their practical application in general and regional anaesthesia.</p><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Knowledge and understanding</p> <ul> <li> Evaluate the effects of peripheral and central neuraxial blockade on the anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system in a baby.</li> <li> Assess the airway differences in a neonate and the associated pathologies that may influence anaesthetic management.</li> </ul> <p>Intellectual skills</p> <ul> <li> Critically evaluate established fluid management regimes.</li> <li> Explain the rationale for dosing muscle relaxants in babies.</li> <li> Explain the pharmacology relating to TIVA in small children.</li> </ul> <p>Practical skills</p> <ul> <li> Perform central neuraxial blockade, and justify usage of any additives.</li> <li> Justify the safe usage of systemic analgesics (paracetamol, opioids) in babies.</li> </ul> <p>Transferable skills and personal qualities</p> <ul> <li> Explain the risks and benefits of local anaesthesia and general anaesthesia in babies to parents.</li> <li> Recommend the advantages and disadvantages of central neuraxial blockade versus peripheral nerve blockade.</li> </ul> <ul> <li> Online discussions on weekly cases</li> <li> Seminars and lectures during contact days</li> <li> Assignments</li> <li> Additional reading</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> 2 Written assignment (inc essay) 50% 7 Oral assessment/presentation 50% <p>Online feedback provided within 15 working days to students.</p> MSc Paediatric Anaesthesia MSc Paediatric Anaesthesia PGDT Taught Component Mandatory N 0 0 150