LSB111 Understanding Disease Concepts

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2019, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and practical knowledge of introductory pathophysiology of diseases.
2. Interpret, analyse, apply and communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology.

Content

Learning Approaches

This unit is designed to allow you to integrate theoretical and practical learning experiences via face-to-face and online activities. There will be weekly lectures/lectorials and practical sessions. Lectures/lectorials will be interactive and will allow you to apply some of your knowledge and interpret clinical information. In practical sessions you will have opportunities to interact with animal tissue and to view representations of human cadaveric material to further develop your understanding; you will collaborate with your peers and complete individual or group written activities. You will have opportunities to undertake self-directed, formative activities on the unit Blackboard site and evaluate your progress.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Feedback from weekly practical activities and the progress exam will be delivered in classes and via Blackboard throughout the semester. Individual feedback from the progress exam is available by appointment with the unit coordinator.

Assessment

Overview

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Portfolio

Relates to learning outcomes
1 and 2

Assessment: Progress Theory Exam

Relates to learning outcomes
1 and 2

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Relates to learning outcomes
1 and 2

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction https://qutvirtual3.qut.edu.au/qv/lhs_report_p.start_function. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first practical class. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site https://www.student.qut.edu.au/about/faculties-institutes-and-divisions/faculties/health/health-and-safety for further information.
Preserved human cadaveric material or photographs of such specimens as well as animal material will be used in practical classes. You are required to exhibit professional and ethical behaviour when viewing or handling this material. If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the lecturer in charge of the unit, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions. You are required to view the Cadaver Preparedness training video series, prior to completing the Human Cadaveric Material Induction quiz or quizzes. A passing score of 8/8 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first practical class. You may repeat the quiz or quizzes until this score is achieved.

Unit Outline: Semester 1 2020, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and practical knowledge of introductory pathophysiology of diseases.
2. Interpret, analyse, apply and communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology.

Content

Learning Approaches

This unit is designed to allow you to integrate theoretical and practical learning experiences via face-to-face and online activities. There will be weekly lectures/lectorials and practical sessions. Lectures/lectorials will be interactive and will allow you to apply some of your knowledge and interpret clinical information. In practical sessions you will have opportunities to interact with animal tissue and to view representations of human cadaveric material to further develop your understanding; you will collaborate with your peers and complete individual or group written activities. You will have opportunities to undertake self-directed, formative activities on the unit Blackboard site and evaluate your progress.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Feedback from weekly practical activities and the progress exam will be delivered in classes and via Blackboard throughout the semester. Individual feedback from the progress exam is available by appointment with the unit coordinator.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken during practical classes. A progress exam will help you clarify misunderstandings and prepare you for the final exam.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Portfolio

Demonstrate knowledge of introductory disease concepts, the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and communicate information in clinical contexts through a series of laboratory tasks.

Assessment: Progress Theory Exam

Demonstrate knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction https://qutvirtual3.qut.edu.au/qv/lhs_report_p.start_function. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first practical class. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site https://www.student.qut.edu.au/about/faculties-institutes-and-divisions/faculties/health/health-and-safety for further information.
Preserved human cadaveric material or photographs of such specimens as well as animal material will be used in practical classes. You are required to exhibit professional and ethical behaviour when viewing or handling this material. If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the lecturer in charge of the unit, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions. You are required to view the Cadaver Preparedness training video series, prior to completing the Human Cadaveric Material Induction quiz or quizzes. A passing score of 8/8 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first practical class. You may repeat the quiz or quizzes until this score is achieved.

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2020, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and practical knowledge of introductory pathophysiology of diseases.
2. Interpret, analyse, apply and communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology.

Content

Learning Approaches

This unit is designed to allow you to integrate theoretical and practical learning experiences via online activities. There will be weekly lectures and tutorial/workshop sessions. Lectures will be pre-recorded and will allow you to apply some of your knowledge and interpret clinical information. In tutorial/workshop sessions you will have opportunities to further develop your understanding; you will collaborate with your peers and complete individual or group activities. You will have opportunities to undertake self-directed, formative activities on the unit Blackboard site and evaluate your progress.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Feedback from weekly activities and the progress exam will be delivered via Blackboard throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. A progress exam will help you clarify misunderstandings and prepare you for the final exam.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Portfolio

Demonstrate knowledge of introductory disease concepts, the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and communicate information in clinical contexts through a series of laboratory tasks.

Assessment: Progress Theory Exam

Demonstrate knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2021, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate and apply broad theoretical knowledge of introductory pathophysiology of diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians, in alignment with the National Health Priority Areas
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit, you will learn by engaging in online self-directed modules that introduce you to the weekly topics, and concepts will be reinforced and extended in workshops. Case studies and other active learning approaches will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to the student via Blackboard and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The quiz builds on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your demonstration and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final assessment will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for your demonstration of knowledge, application, and critical analysis skills.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Portfolio

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of online quizzes throughout the semester. 

Assessment: Case Study

Interpret and analyse a clinical case study and use appropriate medical terminology to communicate the information through a digital presentation.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Blackboard site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Unit Outline: Semester 1 2022, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate and apply broad theoretical knowledge of introductory pathophysiology of diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians, in alignment with the National Health Priority Areas
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit, you will learn by engaging in online self-directed modules that introduce you to the weekly topics, and concepts will be reinforced and extended in workshops. Case studies and other active learning approaches will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to the student via Blackboard and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The quiz builds on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your demonstration and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final assessment will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for your demonstration of knowledge, application, and critical analysis skills.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Portfolio

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of online quizzes throughout the semester. 

Assessment: Case Study

Interpret and analyse a clinical case study and use appropriate medical terminology to communicate the information through a digital presentation.

This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Blackboard site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Portfolio, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Portfolio, Case Study, Final Theory Exam

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2022, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Demonstrate and apply broad theoretical knowledge of introductory pathophysiology of diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians, in alignment with the National Health Priority Areas
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit, you will learn by engaging in online self-directed modules that introduce you to the weekly topics, and concepts will be reinforced and extended in workshops. Case studies and other active learning approaches will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to the student via Blackboard and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The quiz builds on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your demonstration and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final assessment will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for your demonstration of knowledge, application, and critical analysis skills.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Portfolio

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of online quizzes throughout the semester. 

Assessment: Case Study

Interpret and analyse a clinical case study and use appropriate medical terminology to communicate the information through a digital presentation.

This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Blackboard site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Portfolio, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Portfolio, Case Study, Final Theory Exam

Unit Outline: Semester 1 2023, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Recall concepts that underlie the pathophysiology of disease.
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology
4. Describe and explain the pathophysiology of diseases affecting organ systems, with focus on those that have the greatest impact on the Australian population.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you will learn by engaging with online self-paced learning modules to advance your understanding of each week’s learning concepts. These concepts will be reinforced and extended in weekly workshops, where you will work collaboratively with the teaching team and your peers. Case studies and other learning activities will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills. Towards the end of semester, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your learning and apply your understanding of disease concepts by engaging with anatomical models, and human specimens from the QUT pathology museum in a practical session.

To support your learning of disease concepts and development of academic skills you will also be made aware of external support resources available through the QUT library and workshop sessions specifically targeting disease concepts delivered by the Student Success Group through the unit’s Canvas page.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to you via Canvas and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The quizzes build on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your description and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your critical analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final assessment will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and application of introductory pathophysiology.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Quizzes

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of in-class and online quizzes throughout the semester. 

Assessment: Case Study

You will be provided a clinical case study relating to diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians. Using your understanding and knowledge of introductory pathophysiology you will interpret and analyse case information to answer a series of related research questions. Taking on the role of a health care worker you will communicate your findings using appropriate medical terminology through a digital presentation to colleagues and health care students.

This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Canvas site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2023, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Recall concepts that underlie the pathophysiology of disease.
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology
4. Describe and explain the pathophysiology of diseases affecting organ systems, with focus on those that have the greatest impact on the Australian population.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you will learn by engaging with online self-paced learning modules to advance your understanding of each week’s learning concepts. These concepts will be reinforced and extended in weekly workshops, where you will work collaboratively with the teaching team and your peers. Case studies and other learning activities will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills. Towards the end of semester, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your learning and apply your understanding of disease concepts by engaging with anatomical models, and human specimens from the QUT pathology museum in a practical session.

To support your learning of disease concepts and development of academic skills you will also be made aware of external support resources available through the QUT library and workshop sessions specifically targeting disease concepts delivered by the Student Success Group through the unit’s Canvas page.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to you via Canvas and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The quizzes build on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your description and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your critical analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final assessment will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and application of introductory pathophysiology.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Quizzes

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of in-class and online quizzes throughout the semester. 

Assessment: Case Study

You will be provided a clinical case study relating to diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians. Using your understanding and knowledge of introductory pathophysiology you will interpret and analyse case information to answer a series of related research questions. Taking on the role of a health care worker you will communicate your findings using appropriate medical terminology through a digital presentation to colleagues and health care students.

This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Canvas site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam

Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Recall concepts that underlie the pathophysiology of disease.
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology
4. Describe and explain the pathophysiology of diseases affecting organ systems, with focus on those that have the greatest impact on the Australian population.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you will learn by engaging with online self-paced learning modules to advance your understanding of each week’s learning concepts. These concepts will be reinforced and extended in weekly workshops, where you will work collaboratively with the teaching team and your peers. Case studies and other learning activities will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills. Towards the end of semester, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your learning and apply your understanding of disease concepts by engaging with anatomical models, and human specimens from the QUT pathology museum in a practical session.

To support your learning of disease concepts and development of academic skills you will also be made aware of external support resources available through the QUT library and workshop sessions specifically targeting disease concepts delivered by the Student Success Group through the unit’s Canvas page.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to you via Canvas and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The 2 quizzes build on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your description and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your critical analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final theory examination will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and application of introductory pathophysiology.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Quizzes

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of 2 in-class and online quizzes (each worth 10%) throughout the semester.

Assessment: Case Study

You will take on the role of a health care worker to interpret and analyse a clinical case study which has arisen in your health care service. The information in the case study will relate to diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians. Using your understanding and knowledge of introductory pathophysiology, you will interpret and analyse information to answer a series of related clinical questions. You will communicate your findings using appropriate medical terminology through a digital presentation to colleagues and health care students.

This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Canvas site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam

PU52 Bachelor of Public Health

1. Apply public health principles and evidence to improve population health outcomes.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO4, Quizzes, Final Theory Exam
2. Critically analyse scholarly literature and effectively conduct research to inform evidence based public health practice.
   Relates to: ULO2, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
3. Communicate with professional, non-professional and community audiences about public health using diverse technologies.
   Relates to: ULO3, Case Study

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology underpinning clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Recall concepts that underlie the pathophysiology of disease.
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology
4. Describe and explain the pathophysiology of diseases affecting organ systems, with focus on those that have the greatest impact on the Australian population.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you will learn by engaging with online self-paced learning modules to advance your understanding of each week’s learning concepts. These concepts will be reinforced and extended in weekly workshops, where you will work collaboratively with the teaching team and your peers. Case studies and other learning activities will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills. Towards the end of semester, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your learning and apply your understanding of disease concepts by engaging with anatomical models, and human specimens from the QUT pathology museum in a practical session.

To support your learning of disease concepts and development of academic skills you will also be made aware of external support resources available through the QUT library and workshop sessions specifically targeting disease concepts delivered by the Student Success Group through the unit’s Canvas page.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to you via Canvas and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The 2 quizzes build on the weekly activities and tasks to progressively assess your description and application of theoretical knowledge and clarify misunderstandings. The case study presentation gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your critical analysis skills and your ability to communicate using appropriate medical terminology in response to the interpretation of a case study. The final theory examination will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and application of introductory pathophysiology.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Quizzes

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases in a series of 2 in-class and online quizzes (each worth 10%) throughout the semester.

Assessment: Case Study

You will take on the role of a health care worker to interpret and analyse a clinical case study which has arisen in your health care service. The information in the case study will relate to diseases that have the greatest impact on Australians. Using your understanding and knowledge of introductory pathophysiology, you will interpret and analyse information to answer a series of related clinical questions. You will communicate your findings using appropriate medical terminology through a digital presentation to colleagues and health care students.

This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Canvas site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Quizzes, Case Study, Final Theory Exam

PU52 Bachelor of Public Health

1. Apply public health principles and evidence to improve population health outcomes.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO4, Quizzes, Final Theory Exam
2. Critically analyse scholarly literature and effectively conduct research to inform evidence based public health practice.
   Relates to: ULO2, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
3. Communicate with professional, non-professional and community audiences about public health using diverse technologies.
   Relates to: ULO3, Case Study

Unit Outline: Semester 1 2025, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology specific to clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Recall concepts that underlie the pathophysiology of disease.
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology
4. Describe and explain the pathophysiology of diseases affecting organ systems, with focus on those that have the greatest impact on the Australian population.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you will learn by engaging with online self-paced learning modules to advance your understanding of each week’s learning concepts. These concepts will be reinforced and extended in weekly workshops, where you will work collaboratively with the teaching team and your peers. Case studies and other learning activities will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills. Towards the end of semester, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your learning and apply your understanding of disease concepts by engaging with anatomical models, and human specimens from the QUT pathology museum in a practical session.

To support your learning of disease concepts and development of academic skills you will also be made aware of external support resources available through the QUT library and workshop sessions specifically targeting disease concepts delivered by the Student Success Group through the unit’s Canvas page.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to you via Canvas and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The case study task gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your detailed understanding of cellular adaptations and inflammatory processes to analyse and interpret clinical case studies, and to apply your critical analysis skills to effectively communicate details of the pathophysiology of disease using appropriate medical terminology.

The final theory examination will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and application of introductory pathophysiology.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Case Study

Part 1. You have been newly promoted in your healthcare facility and are responsible for evaluating the clinical knowledge of junior staff. You have decided that the best approach for ensuring consistency in training and assessment is to develop a pathophysiology quick-guide, which new staff can use to check key definitions and descriptions for cellular level concepts associated with disease processes, as well as diseases for each organ system.

Part 2. You will communicate the effectiveness of this training plan to your peers by demonstrating the application of relevant definitions in the context of clinical case studies describing complex co-morbid conditions. Your peers will provide the clinical case studies and some clinical questions in advance so that you can consider key points for discussion in an online interview.

This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Canvas site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Case Study, Final Theory Exam

PU52 Bachelor of Public Health

1. Apply public health principles and evidence to improve population health outcomes.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO4, Final Theory Exam
2. Critically analyse scholarly literature and effectively conduct research to inform evidence based public health practice.
   Relates to: ULO2, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
3. Communicate with professional, non-professional and community audiences about public health using diverse technologies.
   Relates to: ULO3, Case Study

Unit Outline: Semester 2 2025, Gardens Point, Internal

Overview

This unit reinforces fundamental assumed knowledge of anatomy and physiology and introduces the study of human disease processes or pathophysiology. General concepts underlying human diseases as well as disorders relating to organ systems will be studied and the major diseases affecting Australians, in particular those identified as contributing significantly to disability and death in Australia by the National Health Priority Areas, will be addressed. The ability to understand and interpret the pathophysiology specific to clinical contexts and to communicate this information using appropriate medical terminology are essential requirements for all students undertaking allied health courses and prepares them for professional practice.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:

1. Recall concepts that underlie the pathophysiology of disease.
2. Analyse and interpret clinical case studies to inform health assessment within your professional scope of practice
3. Effectively communicate information in clinical contexts using appropriate medical terminology
4. Describe and explain the pathophysiology of diseases affecting organ systems, with focus on those that have the greatest impact on the Australian population.

Content

Learning Approaches

In this unit you will learn by engaging with online self-paced learning modules to advance your understanding of each week’s learning concepts. These concepts will be reinforced and extended in weekly workshops, where you will work collaboratively with the teaching team and your peers. Case studies and other learning activities will allow you to explore and apply your learning to real-world scenarios, develop communication and problem-solving skills. Towards the end of semester, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your learning and apply your understanding of disease concepts by engaging with anatomical models, and human specimens from the QUT pathology museum in a practical session.

To support your learning of disease concepts and development of academic skills you will also be made aware of external support resources available through the QUT library and workshop sessions specifically targeting disease concepts delivered by the Student Success Group through the unit’s Canvas page.

Feedback on Learning and Assessment

Formative activities and online tasks within topics are designed to support your understanding, and will enable you to apply your knowledge, analyse and interpret data, and communicate your understanding of unit material. General feedback from assessment items will be delivered to you via Canvas and classes throughout the semester.

Assessment

Overview

Summative assessment will be undertaken throughout the semester. The case study task gives you an opportunity to demonstrate your detailed understanding of cellular adaptations and inflammatory processes to analyse and interpret clinical case studies, and to apply your critical analysis skills to effectively communicate details of the pathophysiology of disease using appropriate medical terminology.

The final theory examination will build on the feedback you received in the two previous assessments to provide another opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and application of introductory pathophysiology.

Unit Grading Scheme

7- point scale

Assessment Tasks

Assessment: Case Study

Part 1. You have been newly promoted in your healthcare facility and are responsible for evaluating the clinical knowledge of junior staff. You have decided that the best approach for ensuring consistency in training and assessment is to develop a pathophysiology quick-guide, which new staff can use to check key definitions and descriptions for cellular level concepts associated with disease processes, as well as diseases for each organ system.

Part 2. You will communicate the effectiveness of this training plan to your peers by demonstrating the application of relevant definitions in the context of clinical case studies describing complex co-morbid conditions. Your peers will provide the clinical case studies and some clinical questions in advance so that you can consider key points for discussion in an online interview.

This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.

Assessment: Final Theory Exam

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of introductory disease concepts and the causes and pathogenesis of diseases and analyse and interpret relevant clinical information through an exam.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.

The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.

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.

Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.

Resources

Risk Assessment Statement

This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.

This unit includes demonstrations of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary. You will be required to view a series of online resources on Cadaver Preparedness and complete an online human donor material quiz prior to being able to participate in demonstrations that involve human material; check your Canvas site for information on how to access the quiz and complete the student declaration of compliance. You are to exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human material.

If you have an underlying health condition you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions.

Course Learning Outcomes

NS89 Master of Nursing - Entry to Practice

1. Analyse and apply scientific knowledge and skills in context of nursing and related disciplines to the provision of holistic, person-centred, evidence-based nursing across the life span
   Relates to: Case Study, Final Theory Exam
2. Evaluate practice outcomes drawing upon critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to examine person-centred nursing care and make evidence-based decisions
   Relates to: Case Study, Final Theory Exam

PU52 Bachelor of Public Health

1. Apply public health principles and evidence to improve population health outcomes.
   Relates to: ULO1, ULO4, Final Theory Exam
2. Critically analyse scholarly literature and effectively conduct research to inform evidence based public health practice.
   Relates to: ULO2, Case Study, Final Theory Exam
3. Communicate with professional, non-professional and community audiences about public health using diverse technologies.
   Relates to: ULO3, Case Study