POD404 Complex Cases in Podiatric Practice (16)
CSU Discipline Area: Allied Health (ALHEA)
Duration: Two sessions
Abstract:
Using the principles associated with evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning and reflective practice, students will have the opportunity to demonstrate synthesis and integration of knowledge and skills gained in the areas of physiology/anatomy, pathophysiology, medicine, pharmacology, psychosocial functioning and podiatric practice.
Students will be presented with a series of complex cases requiring proposal of diagnoses and management strategies using a problem-based approach to learning. Students will further develop their knowledge in assessment and holistic care of the individual.
Students will also present analysis of complex cases encountered in clinical practice, demonstrating consolidation of knowledge and skills of a reflective practitioner.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Albury-Wodonga | Session 2 |
| Internal | Albury-Wodonga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: POD404
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
POD306 and POD307 and POD308 and POD312 and POD315 and POD316
Enrolment restrictions:
Bachelor of Podiatry and Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Be able to:
define the concept of complex case management;
critically evaluate evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning and reflective practice;
demonstrate integrated understanding of the interplay between, physiology and anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicine; in clients with single and multiple pathologies and the impact this has on management;
critically analyse the indications, prescription and monitoring of S3 and S4 medications in complex case management;
discuss the indications for, procedures and rehabilitation from surgical interventions in the lower extremity
critically analyse the complexity of co-existing pathology on functional ability of the individual, and subsequently on case management;
critically evaluate and integrate psychosocial aspects in complex case management; and
justify assessment, diagnosis and management of a series of complex case scenarios.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Issues and concepts in complex case management. Theoretical principles underlying evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning and reflective practice. The integration of the following in specific complex cases with respect to management: physiology/anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, medicine, multiple pathology, current medication (prescribed, over the counter, alternative), clinical evidence /best practice, client specific issues (e.g. age, nutrition, recreational activities, psychosocial issues, personal preferences), environmental issues (e.g. health resources/rural issues). Diagnosis in complex case management Management in complex case management Psychosocial issues in complex case management Indications for prescription and monitoring for appropriate S3 and S4 medications in the context of complex cases The role of multidisciplinary team in complex case management. Surgery; orthopaedic and podiatric procedures for the treatment of pathology arising in the foot, ankle, knee and hip
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.