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303205 (v.2) Neuroscience 651


 

Area:

School of Physiotherapy

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Practical:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

303187 (v.2) Anatomy and Pathology 552 or any previous version
AND
303197 (v.2) Physiotherapy Practice 552 or any previous version

Co Requisite(s):

303207 (v.2) Physiotherapy Practice 651

Syllabus:

Development of basic physiotherapy competencies in the management of selected neurological problems. Aspects of typical sensory and motor peripheral and central neural adult and paediatric disorders covered include - aetiology, pathology and clinical features, assessment, clinical decision making, treatment options and other management strategies.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - Identified problems relevant to the client with neurological dysfunction. Discussed the neurological pathology, resultant disability and rehabilitation and medical management for each problem. Demonstrated the appropriate and effective physiotherapy assessment skills and set realistic short and long term goals in consultation with the client and caregivers. Discussed the evidence based physiotherapy management for each problem. Modified physiotherapy assessment and intervention for the individual recognising age, gender, associated medical conditions, cultural differences, other psychosocial factors and level of understanding. Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of physiotherapy intervention. Considered the influence of occupational, social and environmental factors and their implications on the plan for intervention and implement safe and effective management strategies using evidence based practice. Demonstrated appropriate and effective communication skills with clients and caregivers. Demonstrated an understanding of the importance of the team approach to rehabilitation.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Neuroscience 651 Reader, School of Physiotherapy, Curtin University of Technology. Fredericks C. and Saladin L., (1996), Pathophysiology of the Motor Systems, Philadelphia, FA Davis Company. Shumway-Cook and Woolacott M., (1995), Motor Control Theory andPractical Applications, Baltimore, Williams and Wilkins. Umphred D., (1995), Neurological Rehabilitation, 3rd ed., St Louis, Mosby.

Unit Texts:

Neuroscience 651 Guide, School of Physiotherapy, Curtin University of Technology.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Practical Examination 50%. Written Examination 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 61701 Physiotherapy

HECS Band (if applicable):

2  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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