Living Well and Managing Long Term Conditions University of Stirling

Overview

• national and international policy contexts of living well with long term conditions and multi-morbidity
• risk factors and illness trajectories
• concepts of self-care and self-management
• models of care
• service delivery and building care partnerships
• developing professional roles and responsibilities

The long term condition remains undefined but where appropriate the module refers to many conditions for which there is currently no cure, and which are managed with drugs and other support and treatment options. This may include conditions such as depression, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, arthritis, hypertensions, with many people living with one or more of these.

Objectives

Completion of the module provides opportunity to attain the following Learning Outcomes:

• Describe key national and international policies and priorities in relation to the care and management of people living with long term conditions and multi-morbidity.
• Identify and review relevant physical, psychological, behavioural, and socio-economic issues relating to individuals and families living with a long-term condition(s) and its treatment.
• Critically appraise relevant models of care and service delivery.
• Synthesise the evidence base relating to the self-management of people living with long term conditions in relation to a chosen practice and/or focus.
• Critically reflect on the role of healthcare professionals in supporting people with long term conditions, including responsibilities and collaborations.