Abstract

This subject introduces students to the application of assessment principles in order to inform physiotherapy management, including the use of e-health digital technologies for rural and remote physiotherapy practice in particular. Students will learn the principles of goal setting and client education for basic health conditions. Students will develop their … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: Appropriate and safe selection and delivery of physiotherapy managementPhysiotherapy management using e-health digital technologies such as telehealth for people in rural and remote communitiesPrinciples of collaborative SMART goal settingPrinciples of client education and skills in teaching peers and clientsPrinciples of teamworkImpacts of common … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
demonstrate ethical, safe and effective person-centred physiotherapy management and describe the role of other health professionals for a range of clinical presentations including people living in rural and remote regions;
2.
use clinical reasoning processes to set goals for client recovery;
3.
communicate effectively in written and verbal forms with clients and colleagues, in the planning and implementation of physiotherapy management strategies ;
4.
use evidence based practice and information to develop and guide development of their own knowledge;
5.
explain the business of physiotherapy in local and global settings and sustainable practice in the context of physiotherapy;
6.
demonstrate foundational collaborative practice skills as a basis for teamwork and interprofessional practice; and
7.
outline the role of a physiotherapist across the lifespan.

Assumed knowledge



Enrolment restrictions

Only available to students enrolled in 4405PT Bachelor of Physiotherapy or 4505B Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours).