Unit of Study: PHTY5169 - Physiotherapy Management in Acute Care
This unit of study examines the management of patients in the acute care environment. Topics covered will be analysis of complex arterial gases, interpretation of the CXR and findings from invasive cardiovascular monitoring equipment in ICU, pharmacology in acute care, modes of ventilatory support and the effects on pattern of ventilation and mechanics of breathing (including non-invasive ventilation), critical illness neuropathy and myopathy, weaning from ventilatory support and exercise in the acute care environment. Students will be required to evaluate research literature for evidence to support the use of physiotherapy treatment techniques in the acute care environment.
Unit coordinator: Dr Lyndal Maxwell
Classes: Distance education
Assessment: Workbook, two assignments
Courses this subject is available in
This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:
Master of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
THIS COURSE IS NOT AVAILABLE IN 2010
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