Courses & Units
Advanced Pharmacology & Medication Management in Paramedicine CSA500
Introduction
The unit will provide students with advanced knowledge in the pharmacological management of diseases within the context of advanced paramedic practice. This will also include the areas of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, as they apply to the therapeutic management of conditions relevant to advanced paramedic practice. Students will develop a sound understanding of the quality use of medicines, and some familiarity with Poisons and Therapeutics Goods Act and Regulations, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme and medication management for advanced paramedic practitioners.
Summary
| Unit name | Advanced Pharmacology & Medication Management in Paramedicine |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA500 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Professor Gregory Peterson |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of clinical pharmacology and therapeutics in order to describe both the therapeutic and adverse effects of commonly used drugs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the rationale behind the use of frequently used drugs in commonly occurring disease states and/or acute emergency scenarios.
- Demonstrate a broadened understanding of the principles of quality use of medicines and safe medication management.
- Apply the principles of clinical pharmacology, therapeutics and medication management to interpret patient cases and evaluate: the therapeutic decision-making process; actual and/or potential drug-related problems; the actual and/or potential impact on patient care.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 019907 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,596.00 |
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 | This unit is offered online and students are expected to complete approximately 10 hours of independent learning per week.. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Contribution to the discussion board|Online quizzes (20%)|Assignment 1 (25%)|Assignment 2 (25%)|Case Study (30%) |
| 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. |
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| Recommended |
| Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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