This subject builds upon a student's knowledge and experience in the assessment, diagnose and management of respiratory emergencies. This subject reviews respiratory anatomy and physiology. Students will study the pathophysiology of commonly encountered acute and chronic respiratory conditions, be able to provisionally diagnose these conditions and have an appropriate understanding of the critical care management of patients with respiratory conditions as implemented by intensive care paramedics.
HD/FL
One session
School of Nursing, Paramedicine and Healthcare Sciences
Restricted to students enrolled in postgraduate paramedic study.
The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of APS502 in Session 2 2021. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.