James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020
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PS2003 - Physiotherapy 2
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2020 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Prerequisites: | HS2402 AND HS2403 AND (HS2405 OR HS3401) AND PS2004 |
| Administered by: | College of Healthcare Sciences |
Enrolment in this subject is restricted to all students enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Bachelor of Physiotherapy IHCAP and the Bachelor of Physiotherapy Honours Programs.
Subject Description
- This 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. Safety considerations and the evidence base for physiotherapy interventions will be emphasised.
Learning Outcomes
- describe key pathophysiological aspects of selected musculoskeletal injuries and conditions
- articulate and express sound clinical reasoning skills required to guide the assessment and treatment planning process for an individual with selected musculoskeletal problems
- articulate and exress the competent performance of specific musculoskeletal physiotherapy assessment and treatment techniques
- articulate and express effective communication skills required to produce a successful clinical interaction
Subject Assessment
- Invigilated > End of semester exam - (45%)
- Invigilated > Other exams - (25%)
- Non-Invigilated > Assignments - (30%)
Note that 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.
Special Assessment Requirements
Students are required to achieve a pass mark in each practical examination and the written examination paper in order to pass the subject.
Availabilities
Townsville, Study Period 2, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 27 Aug 2020 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 27 Jul 2020 to Friday, 20 Nov 2020 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Helen Land |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Carol Flavell Assoc. Professor Anne Jones DR Helen Land |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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