CSB531 Diagnostic Imaging for Podiatrists
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| Unit code: | CSB531 |
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| Prerequisite(s): | CSB521 or CSB522 or CSB525 or PUB439 or PUB442. CSB521 or CSB525 can be studied in the same teaching period as CSB531 |
| Equivalent(s): | PUB537 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,118 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,104 |
| International unit fee | $4,488 |
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Kelvin Grove, Internal
| Unit code: | CSB531 |
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| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | CSB521 or CSB522 or CSB525 or PUB439 or PUB442. CSB522 or CSB525 can be studied in the same teaching period as CSB531 |
| Equivalent: | PUB537 |
| Coordinator: | Debbie Turner | deborah.turner@qut.edu.au |
Overview
In this unit you will integrate the theory of medical imaging with podiatry practice at a level corresponding to second, third and fourth year clinical exposure in preparation for entry to the work place. Diagnostic imaging is an integral part of contemporary podiatry practice. As a registered podiatry practitioner you are legally entitled to refer for conventional radiographs, sonography for diagnostic purposes and can refer for magnetic resonance imaging and computerised tomography under specific circumstances. This unit is positioned in the course so that it can be studied in association with Podiatric Medicine 2, these subjects are closely interconnected in the clinical setting. The knowledge and skills covered in this unit are applied in various clinical settings on a regular basis. The unit helps to prepare you for the forthcoming challenges of complex case management where imaging can be required, these will be encountered in the third and fourth year clinics.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Apply diagnostic decision rules for the safe, ethical and appropriate use of radiographic, ultrasound and advanced medical imaging techniques relevant to podiatric practice;
- Apply professional terminology associated with radiographic, ultrasound and advanced imaging techniques;
- Determine whether the radiographic and/or ultrasound appearance of a foot is normal or demonstrates pathology;
- Evaluate radiology reports of radiographic and ultrasound findings and the appearance of pathologies viewed on conventional radiographic images of the lower extremity;
- Apply clinical reasoning to justify the relevance and utility of diagnostic imaging techniques in the management of conditions relevant to podiatric practice.
Content
Specialised knowledge and skills
- Introduction to conventional radiographs, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, sonography and nuclear medicine
- Biological effects of radiation and radiation safety
- Radiographic projections and the future of image display
- Advanced imaging modalities
- Aspects of image quality and artefacts
- Developmental and normal variants
- Applied interpretation of imaging for podiatric practice
Diagnostic skills
- Arthritis
- Tarsal coalitions
- Fractures and soft tissue injury
- Infection
- Osteochondritis
- Metabolic, endocrine and nutritional disorders
- Bone tumours and tumour-like conditions
- Typical image features associated with common lower limb pathologies/conditions
Relates to learning outcomes
These learning outcomes address elements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agencys (Ahpra) professional capabilities for podiatrists. Students are registered with the Podiatry Board of Australia, which recognises these capabilities as the minimum standards for professional practice.
Please refer to Podiatry Board of Australia for more information.
Learning Approaches
The unit's Canvas site will be used for information regarding group allocation, teaching and learning materials, and important messages.
Lectures, practical's and workshops are used in this unit to support your learning. This unit uses computer laboratory based viewing of conventional radiographs and group discussion to interpret imaging findings and investigations.
There is also a focus on interdisciplinary and interprofessional learning, where podiatry students will be able to collaborate with medical imaging students on imaging referrals and specalised imaging techniques.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Assessment will be spaced throughout the semester to provide the opportunity for feedback on your learning to that point. You will be provided with formative and summative feedback on all your assessments as you progress through the unit. You will also receive formative feedback through online practice activities (e.g. radiology quizzes).
Assessment
Overview
Each assessment item is designed to measure your ability to apply the knowledge and skills stated in the unit learning outcomes. Firstly, you will apply your understanding of safe, ethical and appropriate use of diagnostic imaging techniques in a mid-semester theory examination. From here, you will build on your foundational knowledge of safe and ethical practice and be required to complete a multiple-choice theory examination based on the radiographic and/or ultrasound appearance of a normal and pathological foot. Finally, you will demonstrate practical skills related to medical imaging (referral and interpretation) and demonstrate your understanding of the relevance and utility of diagnostic imaging techniques in a final end of semester examination.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Examination (Written)
You will be required to complete a multiple-choice theory and short answer examination to demonstrate knowledge of safe, ethical and appropriate use of radiographic, ultrasonic and advanced imaging techniques in the assessment of the lower limb.
Assessment: Examination (Written)
You will be required to complete a multiple-choice theory examination based on the radiographic and/or ultrasound appearance of a normal or pathological foot.
Assessment: Examination (Practical)
Working as a podiatrist in clinical practice, you will be required to recognise and interpret normal and pathological appearances on diagnostic imaging and describe these using correct terminology to patients and other health professionals. In this assessment you will complete a case-based practical examination, demonstrating your achievement in the unit learning outcomes.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
The primary learning resource will be the textbook listed below. Additional learning resources will be outlined to supplement this text will be provided throughout the semester via the unit Canvas site. Students are encouraged to curate and critically apply open educational resources from relevant and appropriate online sources.
Resource Materials
Recommended text(s)
Burrow, G., and et al. (2020). Neale's disorders of the foot. (9th Edition). United Kingdom: Elsevier Health Sciences.
Christman, R. A. (2015). Foot and ankle radiology (2nd ed.). Wolters Kluwer Health.
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit will involve lab-based and clinic-based sessions in on campus clinic facilities. You will be required to attend the induction sessions at the commencement of the semester where the safety precautions to be observed while working in the labs and clinic will be outlined. You are required to read the policies and procedures documents, and sign forms indicating that you have read and understood the material contained in these manuals. Please direct any questions regarding safe working procedures to the unit coordinator. Protective clothing outlined in the policies and procedures documentation must be worn at all times in the laboratories (e.g. enclosed footwear, face mask, goggles/face shield and lab coat).