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BMS317 Integrating Paramedic Medical Science (8)

Abstract

In this subject students will integrate the principles of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, psychology and sociology with assessment findings and patient histories to formulate a differential diagnosis and implement a treatment plan for the patient with medical complaints. This subject will investigate medical disease processes in all age ranges, including paediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

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Session 2
InternalBathurst Campus
InternalPort Macquarie
DistanceBathurst Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: BMS317
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Biomedical Sciences

Enrolment restrictions

Enrolment is restricted to students in the Bachelor of Clinical Practice (Paramedic)
Prerequisite(s)Incompatible subject(s)
CLS201 and CLS202FPS201 FPS202 FPS300 FPS301

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • Be able to Integrate the theoretical underpinnings of paramedic science with paramedic practice in simulated and/or clinical settings.
  • Be able to demonstrate correct application of a differential diagnosis and an evidence-based approach to care of a patient with a medical complaint.
  • Be able to apply the use of reflective practice and critical thinking to identify opportunities for improving clinical reasoning and patient care.
  • Be able to interpret and respond appropriately to the complex symptoms displayed by patients with medical conditions.
  • Be able to demonstrate a sound ethical and professional disposition including effective communications with patients, bystanders, the paramedic team, and other health care professionals.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • Infectious and communicable diseases, respiratory emergencies, allergies and anaphylaxis (25%)
  • Diseases of the haematological, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and endrocrine systems (25%)
  • Cardiovascular emergencies (30%)
  • Neurological emergencies (20%)

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.