Name:
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Introduction to Physiotherapy Cardiorespiratory Management for
Acute Medical and Surgical wards |
| Course Contact: |
3636 6560 - SDC Course Administrator |
| Lead Faculty: |
Mr Peter Thomas and Mr Lawerence Caruana |
| Domain: |
Communication and Procedural Skills |
Description:
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This course is designed to enhance communication, assessment and clinical skills for physiotherapists working with medical and surgical patients.
It consists of a series of practical sessions covering subjective and objective assessment methods, airway suctioning, cardiorespiratory treatment methods, mobilisation and manual handling. The course is structured toward maximising practical experience, through the combination of case studies, patient simulations in ward environments and a limit of 12 course participants.
Scenarios will cover management of COPD and surgical patients, patient mobilisation, suction, and responses to adverse events. A comprehensive reference manual will be supplied to participants. |
Suitable For:
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Physiotherapists who are:
- new graduates
- re-entering the workforce
- have limited exposure in the management of acute medical / surgical
patients
- would like to refresh and update their knowledge and application of
fundamental assessment and treatment process. |
| Course Code: |
IPCRM-MS-006 |
| Start Date: |
Thursday, 3rd July 2008 |
| End Date: |
Friday, 4th July 2008 |
| Start Time: |
7:45am Registration for 8:00am start |
| End Time: |
4.30pm |
Location:
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QH Skills Development Centre
Level 4 - Block 6
Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital
Herston |
Course Fees:
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Price per:
- QH Participant (GST exclusive, departmental payment): $450
- QH Participant (GST inclusive, private payment): $495
- Non-QH Participant (GST inclusive): $660 |
Registration Links:
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Course Flyer  Registration Form Course Timetable |
