Aged Care Clinical Rotation (PHAS7205)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
30 hours per week
Prerequisite
HLTH7301; HLTH7302; HLTH7303 and HLTH7304
Restricted
Restricted to students enrolled in Master of Physician Assistant Studies.
Assessment methods
End of rotation examination and supervisor assessment as well as rotation examinations and clinical year final examinations.
Course enquiries
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.
Course description
In this rotation, students will learn how to assess and manage both acute and chronic medical conditions in older patients. Patient education and health maintenance will be emphasised, and students will further develop communication and physical examination skills that are appropriate for older patients. The assessment of both physical and cognitive functional status will be emphasised.
