por2pgc paediatrics
PAEDIATRICS AND GERONTOLOGY IN PROSTHETICS AND ORTHOTICS
POR2PGC
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students are introduced to prosthetics and orthotics clinical practice through the examination of age-specific disabilities and diseases. Students learn about the clinical treatment process, focusing on communication skills to gain an understanding of the process from referral to provision of a prosthetic/orthotic device. In doing so, students develop an understanding of a diverse range of clients, the importance of communication in the clinical environment and the impact of this on prosthetic/orthotic clinical services. This approach will enable students to engage in effective communication as part of treating paediatric or geriatric clients including: understanding the clinical environment for clients in four age specific areas: Paediatrics, Transition Care, Adults and Geriatrics (palliative care). Students will discuss and practice communication in clinical care including; family involvement, goal setting, duty of care, confidentiality, compliance and shared decision making.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorKerry Fisher
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites HBS1HBB and HLT1RAE
Co-requisites HBS2ALU
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/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 communication skills and other age-related issues affecting the prosthetic and orthotic clinical services and describe strategies that may be used to enhance 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. e. Discuss the implication of aging on children entering adult treatment environments through transition services. f. Discuss palliative care as part of end of life treatment
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 of effective communication practices in prosthetics and orthotics and describe how these affect 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.
05. Discuss communication skills in prosthetics and orthotics clinical practice as an integral part of client services
- Activities:
- a. Discuss the importance of clinical interviews, structure of questions, structure of the clinical interview b. Discuss sensitive clinical environments that may occur in prosthetics and orthotics clinical services c. Discuss strategies to facilitate open communication in the clinical setting d. Discuss the impact of clinical discovery on treatment planning in prosthetics and orthotics
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKerry 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) | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 | |
| group project equivalent to 500 words per student | 15 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 2,000-word written assignment | 50 | 01, 02, 04 | |
| case -study in-class quiz based on group oral presentation (1000 words equivalent) | quizzes will be based on group oral presentations and be implemented at random after student group presentations | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |