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MEDI6080

Pain in Special Contexts

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

Previously offered in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

A course based on prescribed reading designed to assist candidates identify, recognise the special needs of patients in particular circumstances such as children with pain, the elderly in pain, patients with cancer, patients in primary care and patients with a compensation claim.

Objectives
To render candidates familiar and comfortable with the needs and problems of patients in special circumstances, and be able to adapt their investigation and managemetn accordingly.
Content
Considering the special needs and adaptations of management of children, the elderly, the patient with cancer, the patient in primary care and the patient with a compensation claim.
Replacing Course(s)
nil
Transition
n/a
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Clinical experience in interacting with patients.
Modes of Delivery
Distance Learning : IT Based
Distance Learning : Paper Based
Teaching Methods
Email Discussion Group
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Assignment on comparison of needs and problems of patients in different circumstances.
Contact Hours
Email Discussion Group: for 10 hour(s) per Week for Full Term