PS2003 - Physiotherapy 2

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

Enrolment is restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy

The subject builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in PS1002:03 Introduction to Physiotherapy Applications. Musculoskeletal cases of greater complexity will be considered within the framework of holistic patient management. More advanced manual therapy techniques will be developed and electro-therapeutic applications explored. Safety considerations and the evidence base for physiotherapy interventions will be emphasised.

Learning Outcomes

• describe key pathophysiological aspects of selected musculoskeletal injuries;
• demonstrate the sound clinical reasoning skills required to guide the assessment and treatment planning process for an individual with selected musculoskeletal problems;
• demonstrate the competent, safe and appropriate application of electrophysical agents;
• demonstrate the competent performance of specific musculoskeletal physiotherapy treatment techniques;
• demonstrate the effective communication skills required to produce a successful clinical interaction.

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 speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to access and employ online technologies effectively;
• The ability to use and interpret different media;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner;
• A commitment to lifelong learning and intellectual development.

Prerequisites:

BM1041 and BM1042 and PS1002 and PS2001

Availabilities
Townsville, Internal, Study Period 2
Census Date 31-Aug-2007
Coord/Lect:	Dr Susan Gordon.
Contact hours:	26 hours lectures 52 hours practicals
Assessment:	end of semester exam (50%); other exams (35%); essays (15%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	Students must 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.