James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021
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PC2207 - Integrated Therapeutics 1
| Credit points: | 06 |
| Year: | 2021 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Prerequisites: | COMPLETION OF ALL LEVEL 1 SUBJECTS |
| Administered by: | College of Medicine & Dentistry |
Subject Description
- Infectious and dermatological conditions are commonly occurring forms of disease, particularly in tropical, rural and remote locations. This integrated subject will allow students to describe and differentiate a range of infectious diseases and dermatological conditions, and recommend suitable pharmacological and non-pharmacological management options. Students will also gain an understanding of the clinical usage of the medications used to manage these conditions. Students will develop an understanding of the principles of antimicrobial stewardship, disease prevention and treatment, the identification of common infections and skin diseases, and factors affecting the use and selection of topical medications.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of common infectious and dermatological conditions relevant to pharmacy practice
- Demonstrate and apply skills associated with antimicrobial and infection control in relation to clinical settings
- Understand and apply pharmacokinetic and therapeutic principles to ensure rational drug use in the management of infectious and dermatological conditions, particularly in vulnerable populations
- Demonstrate an ability to recommend appropriate drug treatments, including both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options for the management of infectious and dermatological conditions
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (30%) - Individual
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
- Oral > Presentation 1 - (10%) - Group
- Assignment 20%; Micro Lab Reports 5% - (25%) - Individual
- Performance/Practice/Product > Objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) - (15%) - Individual
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
Attendance at residential school
Availabilities
Townsville, Study Period 2, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 26 Jul 2021 to Friday, 19 Nov 2021 |
| Coordinator(s): | MRS Gillian Knott |
| Lecturer(s): | MRS Amanda Mackay Assoc. Professor Jeffrey Warner DR Martina Mylrea MS Kerrie Aitken Assoc. Professor John Smithson Professor Beverley Glass Assoc. Professor Catherine Rush DR Robi Islam |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 6 credit point subject is approximately 260 hours.
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