Prerequisites for Module
None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To understand the impact of pathologies and inequalities of health on individuals and communities and the role of physiotherapy in health improvement.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Relate the clinical features to the pathological process of common clinical conditions.
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Describe the underlying theory relating to the principles and practice of health improvement.
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Demonstrate an awareness of the physiotherapist's role in Health Improvement within the multidisciplinary team.
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Indicative Module Content
Health improvement, health promotion, public health, inequalities in health, equity and diversity, communication, mental health and wellbeing, determinants of health, empowerment, theories of health improvement, motivation, behavioural change, involvement of carers, inflammation, soft tissue healing, rheumatology, COPD, vascular conditions LBP, fractures, cancer, infection, pain.
| Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Full Time | Tutorials
| 20 | Workshops
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Directed Study
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| 70 | On-line material
| 10 |
Private Study
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| 20 | Assessment
| 10 |
Mode of Delivery
Workshops and tutorials supported by on-line resources
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,3
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Component 1 will be assessed via group development of patient information resources.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | NAIDOO, J. 2009. Foundations for Health Promotion. Edinburgh : Bailliere Tindall.
| | 2. | SCRIVEN A, 2005. Health promoting practice : the contribution of nurses and allied health professionals. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
| | 3. | STEPHENS. C. 2008. Health promotion [electronic resource]: a psychosocial approach. Maidenhead, UK : Open University Press.
| | 4. | SHAMELEY, D., ed, 2005. Pathophysiology. An Essential Text for the Allied Health Professions. Philadelphia: Elsevier.
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