Outcomes for Graduates ref. in parentheses

Students should be able to

• 1. Apply their knowledge of the normal anatomy and physiology of the heart and vascular system to explain the pathophysiology of the heart and vascular system and the scientific basis of therapeutics of cardiac disease. [8a, 8b, 8e, 8f, 17b]
• 2. Apply understanding of the relative merits of imaging technologies as tools for clinical investigation to contribute to the development of a plan of investigation and treatment. [8c, 8d, 14c]
• 3. Demonstrate competence in the auscultation of heart sounds and be able to relate the examination findings to the relevant anatomy and pathophysiology. [8a, 8b, 8g, 8c, 14a]
• 4. Review the clinical decision making processes in relation to the care of an individual patient and recommend improvements in the care planning process. [21c, 23a, 23d, 23e, 23g]
• 5. Observe and participate in the assessment and early management of acutely unwell patients with vascular disorders, and discuss the role of team members in this process. [13a, 13c, 14a-g, 16a, 16b, 6c, 16d, 16e, 22a, 22b, 22c, 22d, 23a, 23b]