Courses & Units
Integrated Physiotherapy 1 CXA708
Introduction
This unit builds upon the foundational knowledge and skills introduced in the previous units to examine musculoskeletal physiotherapy. It therefore retains the focus on applying the biopsychosocial model of practice, person and family centred practice, evidence-based practice, reflective practice, critical thinking and interprofessional collaboration. Students are required to synthesise new knowledge and skills related to responding to clients with more complex musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions and integrate them in the application of clinical reasoning cycle, culturally safe practice for diverse populations, determining the quality of information sources and professional interaction and communication.
Students will develop physiotherapy clinical skills and knowledge to the aetiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis and clinical presentation of common musculoskeletal disorders, healing, trauma, repair and infection control, concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, classes of drugs, adverse drug effects, and drug toxicity.
Summary
| Unit name | Integrated Physiotherapy 1 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA708 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Nagarajan Manickaraj |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* 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 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the aetiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis and clinical presentation of common musculoskeletal disorders.
- Explain concepts of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, classes of drugs, adverse drug effects, and drug toxicity to medicines commonly used for musculoskeletal disorders.
- Conduct a client assessment, including examination of the musculoskeletal system, client history, physical examination, and demonstrate the use of basic measurement and testing procedures used to assess musculoskeletal dysfunction.
- Justify the clinical reasoning rationale for assessment and selection of active and passive treatment procedures commonly used in the management of musculoskeletal dysfunction.
- Apply the pathophysiology of healing, trauma, repair and principles of infection control to infection prevention and management programs and practices.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061701 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,402.00 |
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CXA706 Foundations of PhysiotherapyTeaching
| Assessment | Quiz (10%)|Case Study (Neuro-muscular) (50%)|Musculoskeletal Assessment (40%) |
|---|---|
| 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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