PODIATRIC POPULATIONS A
POD2PNA
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Podiatrists require knowledge and understanding of the complex issues and specific needs related to the management of paediatric, geriatric and indigenous patients relevant to podiatry practice. In this subject, students will learn about the specific needs of these population groups and issues that may affect their care management, including the potential role of other health professionals. Students will discuss factors relating to effective translation of health care information to paediatric, geriatric and Indigenous patients and their carers. Students will engage with online resources, published journal articles, case studies and face-to-face workshops, to acquire skills and knowledge.
SchoolAllied Heath, Human Services & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorDaniel Bonanno
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be enrolled in one of the following course codes: HHPOD and must have passed: POD1CSF or equivalent, HBS2ALF or equivalent, HBS2PAT or equivalent
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
Merriman's assessment of the lower limb
Resource TypePrescribed
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorYates, B
Year2012
Edition/Volume3RD EDN
PublisherCHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE/ELSEVIER,
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Source locationN/A
Foot Problems in Older People: assessment and management
Resource TypePrescribed
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorMenz, Hylton B
Year2008
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherChurchill LIVINGSTONE/ELSEVIER
ISBNN/A
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorDaniel Bonanno
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 30 - 42
One 4.00 h directed reading per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via online.
WorkShopWeek: 30 - 42
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 30 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
One individual 1250 word assignment | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
One group assignment (equivalent to 1,000 words per student) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
One 2 hour examination (equivalent to 2000 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |