par3gsn gerontology and special needs
GERONTOLOGY AND SPECIAL NEEDS
PAR3GSN
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will be introduced to a range of medical conditions relating to gerontology, as well as to individuals with special needs. Out of hospital management of gerontological patients will be considered, and the physical, psychosocial and psychological aspects relating to ageing will be discussed and applied to simulated learning experiences. You will also combine theoretical knowledge, with practical skills, to effectively manage patients with a range of long-term medical conditions necessitating specialised and extended care measures. Particular emphasis will be placed on reflective practice and decision-making, communication and problem-solving skills needed to manage these specific population groups.
SchoolLa Trobe Rural Health School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSusan Furness
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must pass PHE3COS and PAR3IPP and must be enrolled in HZPPPNB - Bachelor of Paramedic Practice/Bachelor of Public Health Promotion.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Chronic illness and disability. | Recommended | Chang, E 2008 | CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, AUSTRALIA. |
| Readings | Older people, issues and innovations in care. | Recommended | Nay, R 2009 | 3RD EDN, CHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, AUSTRALIA. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Use appropriate language and communication aides to communicate effectively with elderly patients and special needs patients with communication difficulties.
- Activities:
- Group case study, discussion forum work, face to face discussions
02. Individually, and as part of a team, determine appropriate techniques and modify these as needed to assess gerontological and special needs patients in a variety of simulated settings.
- Activities:
- Group case study, peer review, responses to key questions
03. Individually, and as part of a team, judge and justify your assessment of a patient's condition using a paramedic Decision Making Process.
- Activities:
- Group case study, peer review, discussion forum work, responses to key questions
04. Individually, and as part of a team, plan the management of and justify your plan, and effectively manage geriatric patients and those with special needs
- Activities:
- Group case study, peer review, discussion forum work, responses to key questions
05. Individually, and as part of a team, monitor and alter management of elderly patients, and patients presenting with special needs.
- Activities:
- responses to key questions, group case study and peer review
Subject options
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Online, 2015, Semester 2, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Furness
Class requirements
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
Twelve 2.0 hours scheduled online class per study period from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Twelve two-hour online learning sessions."
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 31
Four 3.0 hours workshop per study period from week 31 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students to attend four 3-hour workshops, on campus, in week one of semester two."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Case Study 2500 words | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Group Peer Review 500 words | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Discussion forum contribution 250 words | 10 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| Responses to key questions weeks 4, 8 and 10 750 words | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |