The Older Adult in Paramedicine unit (CAA246)

Introduction

This unit explores care of the older adult in paramedicine. In this unit the student will develop the ability to critically assess the older adult within the context of their social and cultural identity, attitudes to healthy aging, and living environment. The student will gain an understanding of the lived experience of the older person and will explore their wellbeing in Australia through insights into alternate management pathways, contemporary policy, research, and practices in care of the older adult. 

Summary

Unit name	The Older Adult in Paramedicine
Unit code	CAA246
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health School of Paramedicine and Public Safety
Discipline	Paramedicine
Coordinator	Mr John Latham
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Evaluate theoretical knowledge to justify the clinical approach to, and the management of the older adult
• Apply clinical thinking to the management of the older adult in diverse settings and with a variety of presentations
• Develop and demonstrate appropriate cognitive and emotional communication strategies with the older adult and other professions in a professional, ethical and patient-centred manner

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

CAA100

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

CNA146

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Online class 1 hour fortnightly; Independent Learning 3-4 hours weekly; Individual Study: Self directed study 3-4 hours weekly
Assessment	Understanding Dementia and Palliative Care Modules (20%)|Case Study (written assessment) (40%)|Proposal for Change (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.

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