PS1002 - Introduction to Physiotherapy Applications

Credit points:	03
Year:	2007
Student Contribution Band:	Band 2
Administered by:	Discipline of Physiotherapy

This subject is restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy

This subject will expose students to aspects of clinical reasoning as it relates to physiotherapy practice. Students will develop skills to enhance their interactions with patients. Students will gain knowledge and skills in the use of various physiotherapeutic applications. Issues of safety and the evidence base for the interventions will be emphasised. Successful completion of this subject will provide students with foundation skills required for future clinical practice experiences.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate safety and competence in the application of selected physiotherapy modalities, treatment and assessment techniques;
• identify and demonstrate key factors promoting effective physiotherapist-patient communication;
• demonstrate sound clinical reasoning skills as they relate to physiotherapy management of basic musculoskeletal disorders;
• apply general theoretical knowledge from scientific disciplines (anatomy, physiology) and evidence from professional literature to inform the management plan for specific musculoskeletal disorders.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to lead, manage and contribute effectively to teams;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to access and employ online technologies effectively;
• The ability to use a variety of media and methods to retrieve, analyse, evaluate, organise and present information;
• The ability to reflect on and evaluate learning processes and products;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner.

Availabilities
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 31-Aug-2007
Coord/Lect:	Ms Robyn Adams.
Contact hours:	10 hours lectures 52 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (40%); other exams (30%); presentations (20%); assignments (10%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	Students will be required to pass the practical examination in order to pass the subject.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.