SPTH3002
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
Focuses on normal and disordered swallowing and mealtimes. This course involves assessment and management of feeding/swallowing disorders in infants and children, and adults. Key issues related to assessment and intervention practices are addressed. Clinical assessment and specific intervention techniques are studied in relation to specific dysphagic populations.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of normal swallowing across the lifespan and etiological factors involved in impairments of swallowing.
2. Identify and justify appropriate swallowing assessments for children and adults.
3. Analyse and interpret assessment findings.
4. Determine further information needed and referral requirements.
5. Develop and provide justification for intervention plans for children and adults with swallowing disorders.
6. Report on assessment and intervention findings and make recommendations for future management.
7. Analyse and interpret interprofessional collaborative practice that takes place for individuals with swallowing difficulties.
Content
Understanding of normal swallowing and feeding development
Anatomy, physiology and neurology of swallowing
Vulnerable (clinical) populations with dysphagia across the lifespan, including behavioural issues, transition to solids, reflux, sensory issues, Autism Spectrum Disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, prematurity, enteral feeding and transition from tube feeding to oral intake
Understanding of cultural differences including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Working in Multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary teams
Clinical and instrumental assessment for infants and children and adults with swallowing disorders
Clinical intervention for children and adults with swallowing disorders
Ethical issues including decision making and person-centred care
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours) [12318].
Assumed knowledge
It is expected that students have assumed knowledge:SPTH2101, SPTH2102, SPTH1080, PSYC1010, PSYC1020, HUBS1107, HUBS1403, HUBS1404, SPTH2001, SPTH2002, SPTH2003, SPTH2080, SPTH3101
Assessment items
Quiz: Quiz
Written Assignment: Written Assignment (Child)
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement 50% - Must obtain 50% in this assessment item to pass the course.
Written Assignment: Written Assignment (Adult)
Formal Examination: Formal Examination - closed book examination
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Laboratory-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 5
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 2 week(s)
Course outline
- SPTH3002 - Semester 1, 2024 (Ncle) (PDF, 264.6 KB)
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