Introduction of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Administration in Children and Young People (CYP

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This module introduces the student to systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) in children and young people (CYP) and the skills required to become competent in administration of SACT. This module provides students with the opportunity to critically analyse the holistic care of a CYP receiving SACT. This will lead to highly competent practitioner providing safe and effective administration and evidence-based practice. A blended learning approach is applied (including both classroom and online activities via Moodle). Critical thinking and evaluating practice experiences will be encouraged throughout the module. Students will have the opportunity to complete the SACT passport for CYP in the UK.

 

Aims of the module:

The student will become a highly effective and competent practitioner at SACT administration deepening their understanding of theory behind this complex practice and holistic care of the CYP