Courses & Units
Advanced Clinical Reasoning in Out of Hospital Practice CAA500
Hobart
Introduction
This unit draws together theoretical and clinical concepts related to legal and ethical responsibilities, quality and safety measures, advanced diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making based on knowledge and evidence, in the care of individuals in a variety of settings. This course enables the development of critical thinking and analysis through evidence-based practice. The student will incorporate previously acquired knowledge and skills in patient assessment, decision making and team communication to enable the delivery of safe and effective care in a variety of out of hospital settings. Clinical decision making theory and advanced diagnostic reasoning and judgement are examined in relation to providing quality health care to patients that avoids adverse events and patient harm.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Clinical Reasoning in Out of Hospital Practice |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAA500 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Paramedicine |
| Coordinator | Ms Emma-Kate Thornley |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of and proficiency in developing a range of illness scripts.
- Demonstrate an understanding of common clinical reasoning models,their strengths and weaknesses and how they inform decision making in clinical practice.
- Apply reasoned justification of the need for clinical reasoning skills in out of hospital practice.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the process of clinical reasoning, using appropriate clinical decision making models.
- Demonstrate mentoring/leadership towards colleagues in promoting and progressing the area of clinical decision making in out of hospital practice.
- Demonstrate understanding of the interconnection and required collaboration between health workers and with patients and how this impacts safety, quality of care and clinical outcomes.
- Demonstrate an understanding and application of evidence-based medicine/practice/education/knowledge.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060199 | $1,412.00 | $1,412.00 | not applicable | $2,963.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Delivered fully online during a 13 week semester |
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| Assessment | Online quizzes (10%)|Online presentation (30%)|Portfolio (45%)|Reflective Journal (15%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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