PDTY1202
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
This is a pre-clinical course that provides an introduction to the clinical environment in Podiatry practice. Students will gain an understanding of the scope of practice of Podiatry and learn to apply evidence based practice to the clinical setting. Musculoskeletal anatomy of the foot and ankle and dermatology will be covered in detail. Students will also develop essential clinical skills including infection control and sterilization, learn to perform basic podiatric assessments and treatment, and undertake observational placement.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Ourimbah
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe evidence based practice and how it is applied to the clinical setting in Podiatry practice
2. Demonstrate appropriate professional behaviour and communication in a clinical setting including clinical history taking and patient note writing and formatting
3. Demonstrate a sound understanding of the functional anatomy of the foot and ankle
4. Describe the structure and function of skin and know common dermatological conditions affecting the foot
5. Demonstrate adherence to appropriate infection control and sterilisation procedures
6. Demonstrate safe and appropriate basic clinical podiatric skills including general treatment and neurovascular and biomechanical assessment techniques
Content
- Professional behaviour
- Evidence based practice
- Communication
- Clinical history taking and patient examination
- Foot and ankle anatomy
- Infection control and sterilization
- Introduction to Podiatry clinical skills:
- Basic neurological, vascular and biomechanical assessment
- Clinical skills
- Cutaneous science
- Dermatology
Review of Progress
This course is a compulsory program requirement and is monitored for academic progress purposes. The course must be completed to progress in the program or meet other program requirements.
Failure or withdrawal from this course will result in students being considered under the Student Academic Progress Procedure.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Podiatry program (11692). Pre-requisite - successful completion of HUBS1108.
Assumed knowledge
Musculoskeletal anatomy
Assessment items
In Term Test: Written Examination - mid-semester
In Term Test: O.S.C.E. Oral & Written Exam
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Quiz: Quiz
Participation: Clinical Logbook
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Online Learning Activity: Online Research Module
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Compulsory Requirements
Compulsory Placement and WHS Requirements:
- NSW Health Verification Requirements - Mandatory NSW Health Verification Requirements must be met.
- First Aid Certificate - students must complete a First Aid Certificate issued by an approved provider.
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
- Laboratory will take place in the Skills Laboratory
- Compulsory Requirement: Students must meet the compulsory attendance requirement.
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Online Activity-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Practicum-1
- Face to Face Off Campus 12 hour(s) per term
- Practicum will consist of observational Placement totalling 12 hours per term
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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