Cardio-Pulmonary Conditions PG (8531.1)
| Level: | Postgraduate Level |
|---|---|
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| HECS Bands: | 2 |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Health |
| Discipline: | Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
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Syllabus
This unit aims to develop the knowledge necessary for effective assessment and treatment of patients with disorders of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Students will evaluate the pathophysiology and functional consequences of respiratory disorders (such as airflow limitation; inflammatory and infective conditions) on pulmonary function. Students will become familiar with the pathophysiology of a range of Cardio-pulmonary conditions. The role of exercise and rehabilitation in the management of these conditions will be examined.
Learning Outcomes
- use knowledge in effective selection, safe implementation and delivery of a basic range of exercise and rehabilitation interventions for cardio-thoracic/pulmonary disorders; understand the underpinning pathophysiology of cardio thoracic/pulmonary disorders; and understand the integration of the role of the clinical exercise physiologist within the medical team in exercise rehabilitation programmes.
Contact Hours
Four hours per week.
Prerequisites
None
Assumed Knowledge
Human Anatomy.