This module covers the application of theory, policy and guidelines relevant to the provision of pharmaceutical and patient care services to patients with common cardiovascular diseases (cardiovascular risk assessment, hypertension, acute coronary syndromes), common infections seen across settings and drug handling in hepatic and renal dysfunction. Case studies reflecting practice across sectors will be used. Students are expected to engage in learning within their workplace to inform and improve their autonomous practice and contributions as part of the multidisciplinary team.

The learning outcomes of this module will be achieved by a variety of methods including:

Experiential learning in the workplace facilitated by a work based or academic tutor. Independent learning, independent analysis and identification of learning needs related to continuing professional development. Independent review of materials available for eLearning, structured reading Group work such as problem-based learning, seminars and group discussion on study days.

1. A first degree, in pharmacy and registration as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).

2. Candidates must be working (employed or self-employed) within an organisation providing pharmacy services whilst enrolled on the course. 

3. Candidates must have access to patients health related data.

4. Normally the candidate will have a work-based tutor in their workplace. 

5. Normally the candidate should be employed (including self-employed) in their practice role for at least 15 hours per week.

• Case study assessment
• Reflective patient care report
• All individual elements of assessment must be passed.

Knowledge and Understanding

1. Demonstrate deep knowledge and systematic understanding of pharmacotherapeutics related to patients with common cardiovascular diseases, renal and hepatic dysfunction and management of infections. 

2. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of evidence-based approach to medicines optimisation and provision of individualised patient care covering these disease conditions based on short or long-term prognosis

3. Demonstrate systematic understanding of policies, pathways, services and resources applicable to patients to support adequate provision of care across the care systems.

Intellectual, Practical and Transferable Skills

1. Autonomously adapt performance in relation to the epidemiology, aetiology, pathophysiology and therapeutic management of common cardiovascular diseases, common infections and renal and hepatic dysfunction in patients in their practice area.

2. Critically evaluate medicines optimisation strategies for patients in their care diagnosed with these disease states based on the application of relevant theory and evidence-based practice.

3. Autonomously demonstrate the application of integrated care systems principles in the provision of individualised pharmaceutical and patient care to patients with these disease conditions.