pty4nep neurological physio
PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR NEUROLOGICAL DYSFUNCTION
PTY4NEP
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students will learn core knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to physiotherapy management of common neurological problems. The emphasis will be on evidence-based assessment and intervention of neurological patients across the lifespan and various health care settings. Using an enquiry-based learning approach, case examples will include, but not be limited to, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease and Cerebral Palsy. The World Health Organisation International Classification of Function Disability and Health will provide a framework to demonstrate the need for person centredness. Students will be taught in a blended approach, with face to face classes supported by teacher guided online activities.
SchoolSchool Allied Health,Human Serv & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJoanne Wittwer
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted in one of the following course codes: HZHSPP, HZHSPB, HZPHPP, HZPHPB and must have passed: HBS3PAP or [HBS3PCY and HBS3PBD] and [HBS3AUN or HBS3ANP] and [PTY3EHW and PTY3STM or PTY2PDA and PTY3PDB]. OR must be admitted in one of the following course codes: HMPYP, HMPYPB
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Clinical outcome measurement in adult neurological physiotherapy | Prescribed | Hill, K, Denisenko, S, Miller, K, Clements, T & Batchelor, F 2010 | 4TH EDN, NATIONAL NEUROLOGY GROUP AUSTRALIAN PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSOCIATION, MELBOURNE. |
| Readings | Physical Management for Neurological Conditions. | Recommended | Lennon, S, Ramdharry, G and Verheyden, G, 2018 | 4th EDN, ELSEVIER |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Complete a safe, sensitive and case-specific assessment relevant to common neurological problems, and in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Activities:
- Lectures, eclinic, practical class, workshops, online collaborative learning activity.
02. Perform a case sensitive analysis and interpretation of assessment findings relevant to common neurological conditions to produce a prioritised problem list and patient centred goals.
- Activities:
- Lectures, eclinic, practical class, workshops, online collaborative learning activity.
03. Devise and justify an interprofessional and evidence based treatment that can be safely applied and is relevant to common neurological conditions.
- Activities:
- Lectures, eclinic, practical class, workshops, online collaborative learning activity.
04. Safely and effectively perform a range of therapeutic interventions commonly used in neurological physiotherapy.
- Activities:
- Lectures, eclinic, practical class, workshops, online collaborative learning activity.
05. Demonstrate commitment to individual life long learning, including self evaluation, reflection, and response to feedback.
- Activities:
- Lectures, eclinic, practical class, workshops, portfolio.
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLouise Geary
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Preparation for these classes will include students participating in ~1.5 hours per week directed study and peer-learning in response to online learning materials.
In class assessment in week 8."
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Some will be provided in an online and/or collaborative fashion"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour written exam (1000 words equivalent) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Practical Skills Stage 1 Assessment (600 words equivalent) | Week 6. | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Practical Skills Advanced Assessment (900 words equivalent) | Taken during official examination period. Hurdle requirement: When the raw scores of both practical assessment tasks are totalled, students must score 50% or greater. | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Case-based written assignment undertaken in pairs (750 words per student) | 20 | 02, 03 | |
| Critical reflection (500 words equivalent) | 10 | 05 |
Melbourne, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJoanne Wittwer
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours practical per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Preparation for these classes will include students particapting in ~1.5 hours per week directed study and peer-learning in response to online learning materials.
In class assessment in week 8."
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"six will be provided in an online and/or collaborative fashion"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour written exam (1000 words equivalent) | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Practical Skills Stage 1 Assessment (600 words equivalent) | Week 6. | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Practical Skills Advanced Assessment (900 words equivalent) | Taken during official examination period. Hurdle requirement: When the raw scores of both practical assessment tasks are totalled, students must score 50% or greater. | 25 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Case-based written assignment undertaken in pairs (750 words per student) | 20 | 02, 03 | |
| Critical reflection (500 words equivalent) | 10 | 05 |