Advanced Clinical Podiatric Practice

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Abstract

This subject extends on student's prior clinical experiences which were conducted with close supervision, to develop their clinical practice with a more consultative level of supervision, including direct instruction and supervision as appropriate, based on the complexity of the client. Students will be expected to treat a range of cutaneous pathology independently, in the on-campus clinic. Students will also have the opportunity to observe clinical practice in a private practice setting. Students will apply their theoretical knowledge of biomechanical principles, pathophysiology, medicine, pharmacology and podiatric best clinical practice to inform their assessment and management of a range of clients. Students will consult with the Clinical Educator (CE) when formulating a diagnosis, developing and reviewing an appropriate client management plan. Clinical practice will include opportunities to implement guidelines relevant to prescribing, to inform evidence-based decisions in the context of the person's needs. Throughout this subject, students will participate in tutorials to develop their understanding of environmentally sustainable practice in the manufacture of a range of orthomechanical devices.

Syllabus

Clinical: the student is transitioning from a limited scope of practice towards the diagnosis and management of a wider range of pathology. Students will continue to develop an ethos of critical thinking, safe and appropriate practice, and taking responsibility for case management. Students will be active participants in a clinical … For more content click the Read More button below.

Clinical: the student is transitioning from a limited scope of practice towards the diagnosis and management of a wider range of pathology. Students will continue to develop an ethos of critical thinking, safe and appropriate practice, and taking responsibility for case management. Students will be active participants in a clinical setting, with a focus on the assessment, diagnosis and management of clients. Students will develop skills in the holistic interpretation of local and systemic factors, applying a range of theoretical concepts acquired from previous and concurrent subjects including diagnostic investigations, medicine, pharmacology, biomechanical and therapeutic sciences. Application of knowledge to clinical practice will enable students to move towards independent management of clients, with reducing dependence on the clinical educator;
Implementing biomechanics in practice: review biomechanical principles and consultation & treatment flow charts in order to effectively manage clients with a range of musculoskeletal pathology; assessment techniques including the use of a range of current digital and diagnostic devices available to podiatrists;
Orthoses manufacture: development of skills in manufacturing a range of custom and non-custom orthomechanical devices; ethical principles and environmental sustainability issues relating to the prescription and manufacture of orthomechanical devices; and
Application of principles for prescription of scheduled medicines: understand the person and their needs; understand the management options; agree on a plan for medicines; prescribe medicines and communicate the agreed treatment decision; review the outcomes of treatment; prescribe safely and effectively; prescribe professionally.

Enrolment restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine.

Pre-requisite

Incompatible

Replacement

Work integrated learning

Placement Duration 327 hours Details The 41 days of workplace learning noted equates to 327 hours. The workplace learning will occur within the Community Engagement and Wellness Centre (CEW) on the Albury-Wodonga campus, under supervision of Charles Sturt clinical educators. This internal clinic will provide 292 hours of workplace learning. … For more content click the Read More button below.

Placement

Duration 327 hours

Details The 41 days of workplace learning noted equates to 327 hours. The workplace learning will occur within the Community Engagement and Wellness Centre (CEW) on the Albury-Wodonga campus, under supervision of Charles Sturt clinical educators. This internal clinic will provide 292 hours of workplace learning. An additional 35 hours workplace learning will be undertaken within an external private practice setting.

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory workplace learning placements are responsible for all associated travel, accommodation and required resources.