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OPHTHALMIC MANAGEMENT AND THERAPEUTICS
ORT5OMT
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will build on concepts presented in Ophthalmic Investigation and Diagnosis and Ophthalmic Pharmacology. Students will develop an understanding of the management of ophthalmic cases particularly within the context of major eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and systemic disease. Using an enquiry-based learning program, students will integrate theoretical concepts with clinical techniques to apply optical, pharmaceutical and surgical management of ophthalmic pathology. This subject will equip students to progress to the Orthoptic Clinical Practice subjects.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLinda Malesic
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites ORT4OPP and ORT4OID
Co-requisites ORT5LVR and ORT5INC and ORT5CLA
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Limited to students enrolled in Orthoptics.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Anterior eye disease and therapeutics A-Z. | Prescribed | Bruce, A & Loughnan, M 2002 | BUTTERWORTH-HEINENMANN, LONDON. |
| Readings | Clinical ophthamology: a systematic approach (6th edn). | Prescribed | Kanski, J 2007 | ELSEVIER HEALTH SCIENCES, UK. |
| Readings | Pharmacology for health professionals | Prescribed | Bryant, B, Knights, K & Salerno, E 2006 | ELSEVIER, MELBOURNE. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse and synthesise clinical data to make an independent diagnosis
- Activities:
- With a focus on the main groups of ophthalmic disorders, case studies will be presented in the lectures and workshops in order for students to develop their skills in differential diagnosis and interpretation of clinical information. This will be assessed via the mid-semester tests and end-of-semester exam.
02. Analyse clinical data and apply clinical judgement to develop an ophthalmic management plan
- Activities:
- The material presented in the lecture and workshops will enable students to build on their current knowledge of various ophthalmic disorders to incorporate treatment and management plans based on clinical presentation. This will be assessed via the mid-semester tests and end-of-semester exam.
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLinda Malesic
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 39
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 39 and delivered via online.
"Classes are held over a 9 week period"
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 39
One 2.0 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 39 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Classes are held over a 9 week period"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2-hour end-of-semester written examination | 60 | 01, 02 | |
| two 45-minute in-class tests | 40 | 01, 02 |