Courses & Units
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice CXA739
Introduction
This professional experience placement unit brings together core developing physiotherapy practice knowledge and skills and requires students to apply them to work in supervised practice with clients who present with cardiorespiratory conditions. There is a retained focus is on the application of core theoretical knowledge and threshold concepts related to person and client-centeredness, biopsychosocial models of practice, clinical reasoning, self-reflection, critical thinking, cultural safety and awareness, pharmacology and evidence-based practice to direct client care. clinical reasoning skills and the use of an evidence-based approach, and their application within pediatric, youth, adult and aged care practice settings. Students will further develop knowledge and skills, at a developing-proficient level, related to core competencies and professional behavior's requisite to function as a physiotherapist in a specified area. clinical assessment and treatment skills for physiotherapy in the management of movement disorders. You will learn to identify cardiorespiratory problems, set person-centred goals and select approaches to treatment and cardiovascular rehabilitation in the clinical setting. You will perform safe and effective physiotherapeutic interventions to address impairments and activity limitations in individuals with acute and chronic cardiorespiratory conditions and recognise and reflect on the role of the physiotherapist, and develop capabilities for, working within the multidisciplinary team.
Summary
| Unit name | Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CXA739 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Health Sciences |
| Discipline | Health Sciences |
| Coordinator | Ms Romany Martin |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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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 |
* 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 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Critically evaluate evidence for the assessment and physiotherapy treatment of clients with cardiorespiratory disorders and demonstrate integration into practice.
- Justify a client assessment, which includes an examination of the cardiorespiratory system, client history, and physical examination, and demonstrate the use of basic measurement and testing procedures used to assess cardiorespiratory dysfunction.
- Use clinical reasoning to identify cardiorespiratory problems amenable to physiotherapy interventions, set person-centred goals and select approaches to cardiorespiratory treatment and rehabilitation in the clinical setting.
- Perform safe and effective physiotherapeutic interventions to address impairments and activity limitations in individuals with acute and chronic cardiorespiratory conditions.
- Demonstrate professional attributes including effective therapeutic communication with patients, carers, other healthcare practitioners, and interprofessional collaboration within the health care team.
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 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,648.00 |
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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Requisites
Prerequisites
CXA7xx Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Practice and CXA7xx Musculoskeletal PhysiotherapyCo-requisites
CXA738 Cardiorespiratory PhysiotherapyTeaching
| Teaching Pattern | Professional Experience Placement 5 x 30hrs |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Direct Observation of Clinical Encounter|Applied Clinical Reasoning: Client with a Cardiorespiratory Condition (30%)|Physiotherapy Skills Performance. (30%)|Assessment of Physiotherapy Practice. (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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