Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (Volume 4 page 149)
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Year 4 Physiotherapy.
Coordinator: Ms J Goldman-Reznik.
Contact: 4 weeks clinical practice of an average of 27 hours per week.
Timetable: Double semester.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject, students should:Comprehend: rehabilitation procedures in relation to patients with neurological deficits; the rationale of selected treatment approaches in the management of patients with neurological deficits; other factors, such as pharmacological intervention, that have an impact on outcome of rehabilitation.
Have developed: advanced skills in subjective and objective assessment and measurement of outcome of intervention programs for patients with neurological deficits; skills in a variety of patient treatment methods; skills in report writing.
Appreciate: the importance of critical and innovative thought in the clinical practice of neurological physiotherapy and in the understanding of the biological, psychological and social issues involved in the rehabilitation of patients with neurological deficits.
Content:
The course will address the impact of neurological disability on the patient with emphasis on the complex biological, psychological and social issues involved in rehabilitation of the patient.Particular emphasis will be given to the pathology of the conditions and the theoretical rationale for intervention. The theoretical framework for various treatment methods will be explored via self-learning guides with emphasis on the measurement of outcome, both qualitative and quantitative, and evaluation of efficacy of treatment implemented. Team participation and effective written and verbal communication will be developed throughout the unit. The subject integrates theory and practice of neurological physiotherapy for all age groups.
Assessment:
Practical Continuous clinical assessment (50 per cent); Clinical assignment (1,500 words) (10 per cent) and Final Theory 2 hour written exam at end of year (40 per cent). Students must pass both clinical and theoretical components of the assessment in order to pass the subject.
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Handbook 1996 : Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (Volume 4 page 149)
Status: Official 1996 Date created: Oct 9 1995 Last modified: Oct 9 1995 Authorised by: Academic Registrar Email enquiries: Course_Information@registrar.unimelb.edu.au
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