The Patchwork Essay
Summative assignment: Patchwork Essay
The summative assignment for this module is a “Patchwork” essay. This means you develop your assignment by completing 5 short writing activities or “patches”.
These will be submitted together, as one single document via Canvas on the day directed.
Successful completion of this assignment demonstrates your knowledge and understanding of the core module themes and learning outcomes.
Completing each patch?
The description of the content required for each patch is detailed below.
Review one research article that explores the values and/or ethical principles involved in the promotion of self-management for people living with one or more long term conditions.
Discuss the leadership role of the healthcare professional in promoting and facilitating self-management in people with long term conditions.
With reference to a chosen long-term condition, describe the key principles of drug action, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
Describe one national policy/framework which supports the effective long-term management of physical and/or psychological health for people living with one or more long-term conditions.
