pod4app anatomy and pathology for podiatrists
ANATOMY AND PATHOLOGY FOR PODIATRISTS
POD4APP
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, students will apply and extend their understanding of foot and lower limb anatomy, and consolidate and build knowledge of pathogenesis, causal pathways, clinical presentation and management principles of common medical pathologies of relevance to clinical podiatric practice, including selected musculoskeletal, arterial and metabolic disorders. While serving to bridge previous studies in anatomy and pathology with subsequent podiatry theory subjects, this subject also prepares students for clinical practice through hands-on surface anatomy practical sessions and integration of illustrative case studies throughout the subject materials.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAnita Raspovic
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Podiatric Practice HZLLPP and must have passed HBS2ALF and HBS2PAT or equivalent. Other students wishing to enrol must request approval from the Subject Coordinator.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects Nil
Equivalent subjects Nil
Special conditions Nil
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and describe in detail the location and function of anatomical structures of the foot and ankle, and evaluate changes to anatomical structures occurring with musculoskeletal, arterial and metabolic disorders covered
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Workshops.
02. Interpret and analyse pathophysiological changes and causal pathways for common musculoskeletal disorders of the foot and ankle and translate to clinical findings and management guidelines.
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Workshops.
03. Interpret and analyse the pathophysiological changes and causal pathways for the common arterial disorder atherosclerosis, in relation to its effects on the heart, brain and peripheral vasculature, and translate to clinical findings and management guidelines.
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Workshops.
04. Interpret and analyse the pathophysiological changes and causal pathways for relevant metabolic conditions such as diabetes and obesity, translate to clinical findings and management guidelines.
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Workshops.
05. Use key principles of evidence-based practice to evaluate current knowledge of the pathology and management of the musculoskeletal, arterial and metabolic disorders and transmit to clinical scenarios.
- Activities:
- Online lectures and images. Workshops.
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2017, Week 45-51, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAnita Raspovic
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 45 - 51
One 6.0 hours lecture/seminar every three weeks on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
Problem Based LearningWeek: 45 - 51
One 4.0 hours problem based learning per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via online.
Directed ReadingWeek: 45 - 51
One 6.0 hours directed reading per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six 30-minute MCQ online quizzes | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 10-minute group oral presentation | 30 | 05 | |
| One 20-minute individual practical examination | 40 | 01 |