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CHP303 Contemporary Illnesses of Indigenous Australians (16)
Abstract| This subject provides a theoretical and practical overview of the major illnesses affecting Indigenous Australians today, the conditions under which they prevail and how these illnesses can be identified and treated. |
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Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: CHP303
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
* list and describe the major illnesses being experienced by Indigenous Australians today
* demonstrate an understanding of the relation between lifestyle and the general state of Aboriginal health, particularly in relation to: cardiac disease; pulmonary disease; diabetes
sexually transmitted diseases; renal disease; mental health; skin disorders
* analyse research studies relating to Aboriginal health status
* carry out a minor research study into an aspect of Aboriginal health |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
* Concepts of illness, health and wellbeing from an Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal perspective.
* Classifications of illnesses.
* Major illnesses affecting Indigenous Australians - history.
* Lifestyle effects on health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians.
* Identification and treatment of major illnesses affecting Indigenous Australians.
* Types of research into Aboriginal health.
* Shortcomings of research.
* Developing, carrying out and reporting research. |
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Residential School| This subject contains a compulsory 3 day residential school.
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
