Principles and Practice Radiation Therapy 2

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Abstract

In this subject students continue to build their knowledge and skills in Radiation Therapy. Students explore more advanced radiation therapy techniques for the head, neck, integument and endocrine systems. Students undertake a 6 week clinical placement to further their experience and develop their understandings in a clinical setting and support … For more content click the Read More button below.

In this subject students continue to build their knowledge and skills in Radiation Therapy. Students explore more advanced radiation therapy techniques for the head, neck, integument and endocrine systems. Students undertake a 6 week clinical placement to further their experience and develop their understandings in a clinical setting and support their study towards meeting the skills and capabilities required for graduate entry professional registration. Students will continue to develop and consolidate their skills in critical evaluation and reflective practice.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: CLINICAL SKILLS Clinical block (1 x 6 week);Professionalism;Ethics and law;Social and environmental justice;Radiation safety;Patient care and communication; andCulturally safe environments. WHS Technical competence; andReflective practice. TOPICS: Head and neck;Endocrine; andSkin. Each topic includes: Terminology;Protocol and procedure;Diagnostic workup;Pathophysiology epidemiology / clinical indications / outcomes;Patient … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject will cover the following topics:

CLINICAL SKILLS

Clinical block (1 x 6 week);
Professionalism;
Ethics and law;
Social and environmental justice;
Radiation safety;
Patient care and communication; and
Culturally safe environments.

WHS

Technical competence; and
Reflective practice.

TOPICS:

Head and neck;
Endocrine; and
Skin.

Each topic includes:

Terminology;
Protocol and procedure;
Diagnostic workup;
Pathophysiology epidemiology / clinical indications / outcomes;
Patient care; including direct and indirect effects of radiation therapy;
Quality assurance (verification systems) of treatment plan / delivery; and
Incident reporting including those published by the Australian Radiation Protection & Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) (MRPBA Domain 4.5).

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

demonstrate critical, analytical, and reflective skills in a range of contexts including clinical problem solving, research and empirical practice, and academic and professional discourse (MRPBA Domains 1-5);

implement professional practice, demonstrating critical thinking and analytical skills, with specific reference to applying anatomy, physiology and pathology, applying the principles of physics and instrumentation, utilising patient information management systems, determining appropriate procedures, and manage / manipulate 3D datasets (MRPBA Domain 1);

evaluate and implement outcomes of patient assessment and due diligence to deliver appropriate care inclusive of appropriate management in the event of deteriorating patient condition, urgent and/or unexpected findings (MRPBA Domain 1);

apply understanding of practice in radiation therapy, demonstrating critical thinking and analytical skills, with specific reference to appropriate use of stabilisation devices, application of treatment simulation techniques, knowledge and application of treatment planning and dosimetry, implement CT imaging and implementation of treatment techniques according to approved plans (MRPBA Domain 1C);

apply the principles of radiation safety and risk management with specific reference to safe radiation practice, protecting/enhancing patient safety, ensuring safe operation of equipment, maintain safety of self and others and safely managing radiation and radioactivity (MRPBA Domain 5);

explain and apply the principles of evidence based practice and professional learning with specific reference to critical and reflective thinking to resolve clinical challenges and identifying professional learning needs / life-long learning (MRPBA Domain 4);

demonstrate communication and collaboration skills with specific reference to clear, sensitive and effective communication and collaborating with other health practitioners (MRPBA Domain 3);

identify, explain and implement professional and ethical conduct with specific reference to global citizenship, ethical, professional and legal practices, providing appropriate care, assuming accountability and responsibility, and patient advocacy (MRPBA Domain 2);

understand, explain and apply principles of Indigenous cultural competence and safety within the context of patient care and advocacy (MRPBA Domain 2 and 3);

10.

synthesise and critically evaluate information to implement social, economic and environmental sustainable practices. Understand the use of CT, MRI, and PET in the localisation of a range of cancer sites, patient presentations, and related planning procedures. (MRPBA Domain 1.3c);

11.

operate equipment and apply knowledge of laboratory procedures to practice as required. (MRPBA Domain 1.3d);

12.

understand the processes of peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship, and developmental support to other members of the healthcare team. (MRPBA Domain 2.5a); and

13.

identify and explain appropriate decisions about the care of patients before, during, and after the examination/treatment. (MRPBA Domain 1.7d and 2.3a).

Enrolment restrictions

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)

Pre-requisite

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 225 hours Details 30 days (approx 225hrs)Clinical Practicum occurs in Radiation Therapy Centres. Students are supervised by registered radiation therapists while on placement.InPlace software is used by students and clinical supervisors to record experiences and competency achievements.

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory workplace learning will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.