Assessment Task The OSCE assessment requires students to: Conduct a comprehensive patient assessment using a holistic approach that incorporates the clinical skills taught during the module. Complete all necessary documentation related to the assessment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to professional standards. Apply academic
LBR7686 Health Assessment
LBR7686 Health Assessment
Assessment Information
Credits: 20
Semester: 1,2,3
2024
College of Enter College ; Faculty of Heath, Education & Life Sciences
Overview
Assessment(s)
Category
Type
Scope
1
In-Person
Observed Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
40 minutes
Assessment 1
In-person assessment compromising of a 40-minute OSCE. Weighting: 100%
Submission Date: See published date on Module Moodle page.
Assessment Title: A health assessment of a patient.
Assessment Task
To assess and examine a patient using a holistic approach incorporating the skills taught within the module.
To complete documentation relating to your health assessment of your patient.
Utilising academic skills, retrieve and apply appropriate evidence and knowledge to formulate a critical debate about your health assessment of the patient.
Submission Details
To assess and examine a patient using a holistic approach incorporating the skills and knowledge taught within the module.
You will be provided with a case study on the last taught day of your module.
You will be required to attend your assessment 15 minutes prior to your allocated start time to allow for registration and personal preparation.
You must achieve an average module grade of 50% to successfully pass the module. If you fail at first attempt, there will be one final opportunity to pass the module. The re-submission date will be published on your Module Moodle page.
Assessment Support
A formative OSCE session will be available prior to the summative assessment. Formative feedback will be available following the formative session.
Moodle resources will be available to support and signpost critical debate at level 7. This to include ADD and library resource
Marking Criteria
Marking Rubric
Criterion 1
0-19%
Fail
20-39%
Fail
40-49%
Fail
50-59%
60-69%
70-79%
80-100%
Does not address the assignment brief.
Addresses the Assignment Brief.
Structure, Organisation, and
Communication of Ideas.
Very poor structure, organisation, and communication of ideas.
Poor structure, organisation, and communication of ideas.
Unsatisfactory structure, organisation, and
communication of ideas.
Good structure, organisation, and communication of ideas.
Very good structure, organisation, and communication of ideas.
Excellent structure, organisation, and communication of ideas.
Outstanding structure, organisation, and communication of ideas.
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
An insufficient
An insufficient
A convincing
A commanding
A sophisticated
An authoritative
interaction that does
interaction that does
An inadequate
interaction with
interaction with
interaction with
interaction with
not communicate
not appropriately
interaction with weak
adequate
credible
persuasive
persuasive
ideas.
communicate ideas.
communication of
communication of
communication of
communication of
communication of
ideas.
ideas.
ideas.
ideas.
ideas.
Discussions and topics
Discussions and topics
are not relevant or are
are incomplete, and
Discussion and topics
Discussions and topics
Discussions and topics
Discussions and topics
Discussions and topics
incomplete.
most of the points
are complete and
are complete, relevant,
are complete, relevant
are complete, relevant,
are complete, relevant,
communicated are
mostly relevant, but
and points are clearly
and points are
and points are
and points are
No conclusions
difficult to follow.
points are not always
communicated.
communicated with
communicated in a
communicated in a
communicated.
clearly communicated.
some logical order.
logical order.
logical order which
No appropriate
Connections are made
aligns to the main
conclusions communicated.
The conclusions drawn communicates ideas that inadequately represents an understanding of the subject matter and is not always representative of the Interaction.
to the taught elements of the module and beyond with connections made to professional practice.
The conclusions drawn communicate a synthesis of ideas that adequately represents an understanding of the subject matter and is representative of the Interaction.
Connections are made
to the taught elements of the module and beyond with connections made to professional practice.
The conclusions drawn communicate a synthesis of ideas that represents a significant understanding of the subject matter and is representative of the Interaction.
Connections are made
to the taught elements of the module and beyond with connections made to professional practice.
The conclusions drawn communicate a synthesis of ideas that represents a commanding understanding of the subject matter and is fully representative of the interaction
argument.
Connections are made to the taught elements of the module and beyond with connections made to professional practice. The conclusions drawn communicate a synthesis of ideas that represents a mastery of understanding of the subject matter and is fully representative of
the interaction.
Marking Criteria
Marking Rubric
Criterion 2
0-19%
Fail
20-39%
Fail
40-49%
Fail
50-59%
60-69%
70-79%
80-100%
Does not address the assignment brief.
Addresses the Assignment Brief.
Knowledge and Understanding.
Very poor demonstration of
knowledge and understanding.
Poor demonstration of knowledge and understanding.
Unsatisfactory demonstration of
knowledge and understanding.
Good demonstration of knowledge and understanding.
For example:
Demonstrates depth of a theoretically informed knowledge base, with at times appreciation of the provisional nature of knowledge.
Demonstrates an adequate understanding of key theories and philosophies relevant to the subject field and beyond that of the subject field.
*Demonstrates minimal accurate knowledge of methodological approaches and how these affect the way the knowledge base is interpreted and applied within the context of the
assignment task.
Very good demonstration of knowledge and understanding.
For example:
Demonstrates a breadth and depth of a theoretically informed knowledge base, at times shows appreciation of the provisional nature of knowledge.
Demonstrates significant understanding of key theories/ philosophies relevant to the subject field and beyond that of the subject field.
*Demonstrates some accurate knowledge of methodological approaches and how these affect the way the knowledge base is interpreted and applied within the context of the
assignment task.
Excellent demonstration of
knowledge and understanding.
Outstanding demonstration of knowledge and understanding.
For example:
Demonstrates extensive breadth and depth of a theoretically informed knowledge base, with a full appreciation of the provisional nature of knowledge.
Demonstrates mastery of understanding key theories/ philosophies relevant to the subject field and beyond that of the subject field.
*Demonstrates accurate knowledge of methodological approaches and how these affect the way the knowledge base is interpreted and applied within the context of the assignment task.
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
Does not demonstrate an any understanding of the subject area.
Demonstrates
inaccurate knowledge base, with no appreciation of the provisional nature of knowledge.
Work is lacking in
Demonstrates minimal depth of a theoretically informed knowledge base, with little appreciation of the provisional nature of knowledge.
Demonstrates a breadth and depth of a theoretically informed knowledge base, with some appreciation of the provisional nature of knowledge.
knowledge and
understanding of key
Work shows an
Demonstrates a
concepts and ideas.
inadequate knowledge
commanding
and understanding of
understanding of key
Work contains
key concepts and
theories/ philosophies
misunderstandings and
ideas.
relevant to the subject
factual errors.
field and beyond that
Work contains some
misunderstandings and few factual errors.
of the subject field.
*Demonstrates accurate knowledge of methodological approaches and how these affect the way the knowledge base is interpreted and applied within the context of the assignment task.
Marking Criteria
Marking Rubric
Criterion 3
0-19%
Fail
20-39%
Fail
40-49%
Fail
50-59%
60-69%
70-79%
80-100%
Does not address the assignment brief.
Addresses the Assignment Brief.
Application of Critical Thinking.
Very Poor application of critical thinking.
Poor application of critical thinking.
Unsatisfactory application of critical
thinking.
Good application of critical thinking.
For example:
Consistent critical thinking.
The literature utilised is interpreted, analysed, and evaluated to develop weak arguments.
Viewpoints of authors are interconnected and explored with appropriate conclusions drawn.
Very good application of critical thinking.
For example:
Consistent critical thinking.
The literature utilised is interpreted, analysed, and evaluated to develop persuasive, arguments.
Viewpoints of authors are interconnected and explored with informed conclusions drawn.
Excellent application of critical thinking.
For example:
Constant critical thinking.
The literature utilised is interpreted, analysed, and evaluated with authority to develop persuasive, arguments.
Viewpoints of authors are interconnected and explored with robust informed conclusions drawn.
Outstanding application of critical thinking.
For example:
Constant critical thinking.
The literature utilised is interpreted, analysed, and evaluated with agency to develop persuasive, authoritative arguments.
Viewpoints of authors are interconnected and interrogated with significant informed conclusions drawn.
For example:
For example:
For example:
Presents ideas as bullet
Very descriptive.
points.
Little critical thinking
Inadequate evidence of
evident.
No evidence of
reading.
reading.
Evidence of reading.
Content is reduced to
Content is reduced to
mainly student
Content of sources are
student viewpoints and
viewpoints and
described, but no
opinions only.
opinions only.
attempt to explain.
No attempt at
Inadequate attempt at
An attempt at analysis
identifying strengths
analysis.
that is reduced to
and weaknesses.
strengths and
Inadequate attempt to
weaknesses.
No attempt to draw
draw conclusions.
conclusions.
An attempt to draw
conclusions.
Marking Criteria
Marking Rubric
Criterion 4
0-19%
Fail
20-39%
Fail
40-49%
Fail
50-59%
60-69%
70-79%
80-100%
Referencing and Citing of Sources to Support Work.
Very Poor referencing and citing of sources to support work.
Poor referencing and citing of sources to support work.
Unsatisfactory referencing and citing of sources to support work.
Good referencing and citing of sources to support work.
Very good referencing and citing of sources to support work.
Excellent referencing and citing of sources to support work.
Outstanding referencing and citing of sources to support work.
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
For example:
No sources are cited.
A limited reference list provided.
Sources are cited.
Sources are cited.
Sources are cited.
Sources are cited.
Sources are cited.
No reference list
provided.
Quotations used out of context.
No paraphrasing.
No key authors cited or referenced.
No engagement with module reading list.
Use of inappropriate sources – all websites.
Many sources are missing a citation or a reference list item.
Inaccurate use of the BCU Harvard referencing system.
Reference list provided.
Work relies heavily on using quotations superficially.
Attempts at paraphrasing.
Few key authors cited or referenced.
Little engagement with module reading list.
Moderate use of inappropriate sources.
Little variety in sources used.
Some sources are missing a citation or a reference list item.
Few inaccuracies when using the BCU Harvard referencing system.
Reference list provided.
Paraphrasing demonstrates understanding of reading.
Quotations used appropriately.
Key authors cited and referenced.
Engages with module reading list.
Some variety in sources used.
Majority sources have a citation and a reference list item.
Few inaccuracies when using the BCU Harvard referencing system.
*Demonstrates independent, systematic research skills, with convincing critical thinking applied to the searching and use of information.
Reference list provided.
Paraphrasing demonstrates accuracy of understanding the reading.
Quotations used and explained.
Key authors cited and referenced.
Engages with the module reading list with some wider reading.
All sources have a citation and a reference list item.
Few inaccuracies when using the BCU Harvard referencing system.
*Demonstrates independent, systematic research skills, with compelling critical thinking applied to the searching and use of information.
Reference list provided.
Paraphrasing demonstrates accuracy of understanding the reading.
Quotations used and explored.
Engages both key authors and some of the module reading list to develop and construct academic discussion.
Wider reading beyond the module reading list is evident.
All sources have a citation and a reference list item.
Few inaccuracies when using the BCU Harvard referencing system.
*Demonstrates extensive independent, systematic research skills, with sophisticated critical thinking applied to the searching and use of
information.
Reference list provided.
Paraphrasing demonstrates accuracy of understanding the reading and integrated within the discussion.
Quotations used effectively and in an insightful way.
Engages both the key authors and the specific sources from the module reading list to develop and construct persuasive academic discussion.
Wider and deeper reading is evident.
All sources have a citation, a reference list item, and is fully accurate using the BCU Harvard referencing system.
*Demonstrates extensive independent, systematic research skills, with authoritative critical thinking applied to the searching and use of information.
Key Information
Conditions of Progression
To be successful within this assessment the student must achieve the required pass rate for the level of study at which they are undertaking. For level 7 the pass rate is 50%.
In accordance with BCU policy the student will be allowed 2 attempts at this assessment. Upon being unsuccessful at both attempts the student will be marked as a fail and withdrawn from the module.
Late or Non-Submission/ Attendance
Assessments must be submitted in the format specified in the assessment task, by the deadline and to the submission point published on Moodle. Failure to submit by the published deadline will result in penalties which are set out in Section 6 of the Academic Regulations, available at:
late-submission-of-assessment-policy-version-10-approved-june-2022- 133082470192470694.pdf (windows.net)
Please be aware that the penalties are different for re-submissions and ‘in-year retrievals’.
For in-person assessments, you should arrive 15 minutes before your allocated time slot. Failure to present at your allocated time, will result in you being unable to sit the assessment and you will be recorded as a
non-submission, resulting in a grade of 0.
Word Count
The word count for this module assessment is shown under the assessment task. A +10% margin of tolerance is applied, beyond which nothing further will be marked. Marks cannot be awarded for any learning outcomes addressed outside the word count.
The word count refers to everything in the main body of the text (including headings, tables, citations, quotes, lists etc.). Everything before (i.e. abstract, acknowledgements, contents, executive summaries etc.) and after the main text (i.e. references, appendices) is not included in the word count limit.
For in-person assessments time limits will be applied.
Academic Integrity Guidance
Academic integrity is the attitude of approaching your academic work honestly, by completing your own original work, attributing, and acknowledging your sources when necessary. Understanding good academic practice in written and oral work is a key element of academic integrity. It is a positive aspect of joining an academic community, showing familiarity with, and acknowledging sources of evidence. The skills you require at higher education may differ from those learned elsewhere such as school or college.
You will be required to follow specific academic conventions which include acknowledging the work of others through appropriate referencing and citation as explicitly as possible. If you include ideas or quotations which have not been appropriately acknowledged, this may be seen as plagiarism which is a form of academic misconduct. If you require support around referencing, please contact the Faculty’s Academic Development Department or the University wide Centre for Academic Success.
It is important to recognise that seeking out learning around academic integrity will help reduce the risk of misconduct in your work. Skills such as paraphrasing, referencing and citation are integral to acting with integrity and you can develop and advance these key academic skills through the Faculty’s Academic Development Department.
Academic Misconduct
Academic misconduct is conduct which has or may have the effect of providing you with an unfair advantage by relying on dishonest means to gain advantage and which therefore compromises your academic integrity.
The procedure sets out the process we will follow, and the penalties we may apply, in cases where we believe you may have compromised your academic integrity by committing academic misconduct. The Academic Misconduct Procedure and information about academic support is available at:
https://icity.bcu.ac.uk/Student-Affairs/Appeals-and-
Resolutions/Academic-Misconduct-Procedure
Turnitin
To obtain a Turnitin scan before submitting your work to your department please visit the University`s ‘Turnitin at BCU’ Moodle site. Work that is submitted and scanned through this service is not stored on the main Turnitin system and this is NOT your submitted work.
Extenuating Circumstances
For further details on the Extenuating Circumstances Procedure please see the iCity page below:
https://icity.bcu.ac.uk/student-affairs/appeals-and-
resolutions/extenuating-circumstances-procedure
Where to get help
The University has a designated student support service known as the Centre for Academic Success. Here you will find support for a range of academic skills. Likewise, you can arrange a consultation with a member of staff from the Academic Development Department based at City South Campus. You also should also review the wide range of support and help from the library.
Resit Period
Our aim is for all students to pass the module at first attempt. However, there are occasions where students fail a module are required to resit their assessment. The formal resit week is Monday 22 July – Friday 02 August 2024. It is important that you are available during this time period, should you be required to resit an assessment.
About LBR7686 Health Assessment
The LBR7686 Health Assessment module carries 20 credits and is available across semesters 1, 2, and 3 within the College of Health, Education & Life Sciences. The module focuses on developing students` competence in conducting holistic patient assessments using clinical skills, documentation practices, and critical academic debate.
Assessment Breakdown
The module includes one in-person assessment, which is an Observed Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) with a duration of 40 minutes. This OSCE is weighted at 100%, making it the sole determinant of the module’s final grade. The specific submission date is available on the Module Moodle page.
Assessment Task
The OSCE assessment requires students to:
Conduct a comprehensive patient assessment using a holistic approach that incorporates the clinical skills taught during the module.
Complete all necessary documentation related to the assessment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to professional standards.
Apply academic and clinical knowledge to critically analyze the assessment findings. This includes retrieving and applying relevant evidence-based practice to support decision-making and professional reasoning.
Key Considerations for Success
To excel in this assessment, students should:
Master core clinical skills such as vital signs measurement, history taking, physical examination techniques, and patient-centered communication.
Follow structured documentation guidelines ensuring that patient notes are clear, professional, and compliant with regulatory standards.
Engage with academic literature to justify assessment decisions, demonstrating critical thinking and the ability to apply theory to practice.
Practice under timed conditions to refine efficiency and confidence during the 40-minute OSCE.
Conclusion
The LBR7686 Health Assessment module is a practical, skills-based assessment that evaluates a student’s ability to apply holistic health assessment techniques in real-world clinical scenarios. Success in this module requires a strong balance of clinical proficiency, documentation accuracy, and academic analysis to demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of patient care
