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| PTY5117 | Physiotherapy in Gerontology | ||
| SCHOOL OF EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCES | |||
| Credit Points: 15 | |||
| Prerequisites: | |||
| PTY5107 | Cardio-Respiratory Physiotherapy | ||
| PTY5108 | Physiotherapy in Neurology: Disease | ||
| PTY5113 | Physiotherapy for Neonates to Adolescents | ||
| Description: | |||
This unit examines the physiological and psycho-social effects associated with aging, with consideration given to mobility, independence, grief and depression. Students will compare the expectations of the population versus the individual as well as cultural variations. Students will be introduced to the physiotherapist's role in palliative care. Evidence-based best-practice physiotherapy management in gerontology, will be explored. Full Unit Outline | |||
This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets | |||
| I60 | Doctor of Physiotherapy | ||
| I65 | Master of Physiotherapy | ||
| Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005) | |||
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/31/2010 VET: 3/31/2010