PAEDIATRICS AND GERONTOLOGY IN PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS
POR2PGC
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to clinical practice through the examination of age-specific disabilities and diseases. Students learn about the clinical treatment process, from referral to provision of a prosthetic/orthotic device, through the exploration of age-specific diseases and disabilities. In doing so, students develop an understanding of a diverse range of pathologies and prosthetic/orthotic treatment options. This approach will enable students to compare the different management issues associated with treating paediatric or geriatric clients including: funding of services, communication styles, family involvement, duty of care, confidentiality, compliance, mobility aids & treatment processes.
School: School of Allied Health
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Kerry Fisher
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: HBS1HBB and HLT1RAE
Co-requisites: HBS2ALU
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: Only available to students enrolled in Prosthetics and Orthotics (or prospective P&O grad entry master students).
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Paediatric orthotics | Recommended | Morris, C 2007 | MACK KEITH PRESS, BLACKWELL PUBLISHING |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Discuss a wide range of age-related issues affecting the prosthetic and orthotic management of both paediatric and geriatric clients and describe strategies that may be used to address these
- Activities:
- a. Discuss the Prosthetic and Orthotic Ethical Code of Conduct b. Discuss differences in communication styles and how these can enhance the effectiveness of treatment with a range of clients from different age groups c. Explain the role of family in the management of the paediatric and geriatric client and issues that can arise d. Explain the unique health care issues of paediatric or geriatric clients that influence prosthetic and orthotic management, and determine strategies to respond to these.
02. Apply the prosthetic and orthotic treatment process to cases that comprise of a range of age-related diseases and unfamiliar conditions
- Activities:
- a. List the steps to be taken in clinical assessment b. Describe the process of determining the most appropriate orthosis or prosthesis for a given client c. Describe various funding models that exist within the Australian Health Care system specific to the provision of prosthetic and orthotic services for paediatric or geriatric clients d. Describe the process of provision of prosthetic or orthotic devices and client follow-up e. Implement the referral process, including writing referrals for a client and receiving and responding to referrals
03. Appraise the role prosthetics and orthotics can play in fulfilling treatment goals for a range of pathologies
- Activities:
- a. Describe the aetiology, pathogenesis and clinical presentation for a range of age-related pathologies affecting the axial skeleton and extremities b. Explain how a given pathology affects the axial skeleton across a range of ages. c. Determine treatment goals for a client with an age-related pathology.
04. Communicate in a professional manner, both individually and as a member of a team, in written and oral form
- Activities:
- a. Identify independently retrieve and evaluate the quality of professional literature from diverse sources including journals and text books b. Write for a professional purpose in an appropriately structured and logical manner to communicate arguments and ideas clearly and concisely. c. Communicate using professional language including correct anatomical and/or prosthetic/orthotic terminology. d. Communicate effectively about your client#s needs with other health professionals through written and oral form. e. Use the prescribed referencing methods in written work and oral presentations. f. Provide feedback in a supportive and professional manner to peers and clients.
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Kerry Fisher
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| group oral presentation (five minutes per student) | 20 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| group project equivalent to 500 words per student | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 2,000-word written assignment | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |