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NHPPS2113 - Neurological Anatomy and Physiology
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<p>Students will continue expanding knowledge of anatomy, with a focus on the neurological system. This includes a detailed study of gross anatomical structure and functional anatomy of the spinal cord, neck and cranial regions and viscera, and physiological processes around special senses (including pain perception). The emphasis will be on gaining an integrated understanding of the human body through practical sessions including digital human cadaveric material and functional and clinical case-studies to facilitate the integration of material and correlation.</p>
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<p>• Anatomy and physiology of the spinal cord, neck and cranial regions and viscera<br>
• Basic pain science<br>
• Examination of the special senses</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>Students will continue expanding knowledge of anatomy, with a focus on the neurological system. This includes a detailed study of gross anatomical structure and functional anatomy of the spinal cord, neck and cranial regions and viscera, and physiological processes around special senses (including pain perception). The emphasis will be on gaining an integrated understanding of the human body through practical sessions including digital human cadaveric material and functional and clinical case-studies to facilitate the integration of material and correlation.</p>
Unit content
<p>• Anatomy and physiology of the spinal cord, neck and cranial regions and viscera<br> • Basic pain science<br> • Examination of the special senses</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Physiotherapy
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
061701 - Physiotherapy
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/nhpps2113">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=NHPPS2024" target="_blank">NHPPS2024</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=NHPPS2124" target="_blank">NHPPS2124</a></p>
Corequisite
<p>must be enrolled in <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=NHPPS2013" target="_blank">NHPPS2013</a></p>
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Describe the anatomy and physiology of the central and peripheral nervous systems, including somatic and autonomic components</p>
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<p>Explain how common neurological impairments contribute to altered neuromuscular function and motor control</p>
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<p>Explain nociception and pain modulation within the nervous system</p>
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<p>Apply core physiological and pathophysiological concepts to interpret case information in common neurological presentations</p>
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<p>Analyse pathophysiological processes and describe the compensatory mechanisms employed by the nervous system in response to disease or illness.</p>
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<p>2-3 quizzes completed throughout the semester, covering content from preceding weeks.</p>
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<p>40-60%</p>
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<p>In-class oral presentation on a topic covered in previous weeks.</p>
<p>Oral Presentation</p>
<p>10-20%</p>
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<p>Written examination covering pathophysiology</p>
<p>Written Examination</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Physiotherapy
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
061701 - Physiotherapy
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/nhpps2113">View unit fees</a>
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