(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk/whatwedo/rlos/completedrlos.php)
Learning objects in our repository available for use, listed by subject area. All the RLOs are free for use and repurposing for educational, non-commercial purposes.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk/whatwedo/rlos/completedrlos.php#hs)
Practical hand hygiene techniques for infection control.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i843n19266t/index.html)
An RLO that explains why consent is required in a treatment setting. It describes levels of consent, the need for informed consent and the history of informed consent.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2248n3031t/index.html)
This RLO explores the ethical dimension and different views surrounding the use of mild smacking as a means of punishment. Should Sarah smack her child? This RLO introduces you to a range of stakeholders with differing viewpoints and allows you to record your own responses to their opinions.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/IntraLibrary?command=open-preview&learning_object_key=i07n9426t)
Presents the principles of confidentiality and key concepts of consent, privacy, trust, public interest and disclosure. A generic case conference approach enables users to consider and respond to the potential disclosure of genetic, disease and behavioural information.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2248n10044t/index.html)
This RLO defines the term 'confidence intervals' and demonstrates how they can be used to determine the significance and range of possible sizes of a treatment effect.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i281n6662t/design/index.html)
This RLO introduces good practice in questionnaire design, step by step.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i562n25119t/index.html)
This RLO demonstrates how to interpret and use clinical trial data (ARR, RRR, NNT, NNH, and confidence intervals) in practice.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i562n18347t/index.html)
This RLO provides an introduction to the basic concepts of meta-analysis, which is an important and valuable tool for summarising data from multiple studies.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2248n11604t/meta-analysis2/index.html)
How to present and interpret the results of a meta-analysis using forest plots.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1686n8283t/index.html)
This RLO considers how to measure and interpret the magnitude of effect in clinical trial results using number needed to treat (NNT) and number needed to harm (NNH).
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i281n10604t/index.html)
This RLO explains how diagnostic test results are a combination of true and false positive, or true and false negative.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2529n6682t/index.html)
Outlining the distinction between qualitative and quantitative methods of doing research.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i843n1923t/index.html)
This RLO considers how to measure and interpret the magnitude of effect in clinical trial results using relative risk reduction (RRR) and absolute risk reduction (ARR).
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2529n26019t/rctsearch/index.html)
Introduction to search strategies for locating randomised controlled trials (RCTs) in online databases.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2529n8103t/index.html)
This RLO explains how diagnostic test accuracy is described by the terms sensitivity and specificity. Sensitivity describes the accuracy of the test in detecting disease. Specificity describes the accuracy of the test in detecting health.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1405n24399t/index.html)
To identify what SI units are, when they are used, and how to calculate unit changes.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1967n7942t/systematic_reviews/index.html)
This RLO describes the various stages in conducting a systematic review and the issues that are encountered at each step.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1405n13404t/index.html)
This RLO considers the type of evidence which should be used when making decisions about patient care.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i562n7443t/acid_base_intro/index.html)
Defining and explaining acids, bases, and alkalis, from an ionic standpoint, and introducing the pH scale.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i843n9884t/acid_base_further_app/index.html)
Examining the operation and application of acids, bases and alkalis, including neutralisation, acid/base reactions, and salts.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1405n2871t/gradients/index.html)
This RLO describes the concept of concentration gradients in biological systems through analogy with gradients found in everyday life, and outlines passive and active transport across cell membranes.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1405n5602t/body_elements/index.html)
Introducing the periodic table of elements, and identifying the major elements involved in the human body and their roles.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2529n8913t/index.html)
Introduction to the principles of homeostasis.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1405n5262t/index.html)
Explaining the difference between the processes of diffusion and osmosis, and introducing the concepts of concentration gradients and tonicity.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i281n24939t/solutions/index.html)
Examining the mechanisms of chemical solution and how solvents work, and the roles of ions and electrolytes in chemical activity within the body.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i1405n11524t/index.html)
An examination of the roles of hydrostatic and oncotic pressure in movement of fluid and gases across the capillary wall.
(http://www.rlo-cetl.ac.uk:8080/open_virtual_file_path/i2248n23949t/index.html)
An introduction to basic atomic structure.