Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Medical and Health Sciences

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• Unit Title

  Clinical Skills for Occupational Paramedicine 1

• Unit Code

  PSP5505

• Year

  2017

• Enrolment Period

  2

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  20

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  Online

• Unit Coordinator

  Mr David REID

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Description

This unit develops the clinical skills associated with the content provided in the theoretical occupational paramedicine units. Students will complete a physical assessment of patients by following a systematic approach with findings to be appropriately documented. Identification of clinical signs & symptoms for each body system and application of appropriate treatment, interventions and referral to higher level of care when required. The unit also incorporates treatment of high acuity patients including advanced life support resuscitation to Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Compare methods of communication and patient interactions skills, history taking and physical assessment. Identification of normal and abnormal findings.
2. Ability to detect and plan a response to the deteriorating patient.
3. Construct and demonstrate treatment of high acuity patients including advanced life support techniques.
4. Design and implement strategies for management of pain and associated workplace impact.
5. Summarise acute and chronic wound healing and formulate appropriate management techniques.
6. Argue for the appropriate allocation of resources and responsibilities for health care function.
7. Operate as part of an inter-professional health care team.

Unit Content

1. Develop physical assessment skills using a systematic approach and critical interpretation of findings.
2. Use of technologies to assist with providing appropriate patient care.
3. Use of evidence-based interventions and management strategies.
4. Wound management including dressing selection, suture removal and debridement methods.
5. Pharmacology of emergency and primary health medications and clinically appropriate dispensing and administration.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Workshops, tutorials and clinical simulation supported by audio-visual and computer software

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.

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