Overview
In this unit you will build your knowledge of the principles and practice of chiropractic management including radiographic analyses. You will demonstrate your psychomotor skills acquisition in manipulative/adjusting techniques of the lumbar spine and lower extremities. You will learn musculoskeletal screening assessment protocols.You will continue to develop your palpation skills and throughout the unit, you will apply your knowledge of related functional biomechanics. You will continue to develop your awareness of current public health issues and its integration into chiropractic.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
Pre-requisite: BMSC11001 Human Body Systems CHIR11003 Foundations of Chiropractic Practice 2 Co-requisite: CHIR12004 Neuromusculoskeletal Anatomy 1
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 1 - 2018
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback – Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Student feedback (HAVE YOUR SAY)
Navigating Moodle site was difficult with the use of folders, it made it difficult to prepare for examinations
The use of folders was used in the unit to deliver 4 streams of material repeated each week to minimise the amount of material on the Moodle site each week. In future all material will be made available more clearly for students to navigate and find material in preparation for examinations.
Feedback from Student feedback (HAVE YOUR SAY)
Students found it difficult to study for the final written exam as the content was very vast and relied on a heavy amount of self study and no revision material provided.
The students were given a study guide mid term to use in preparation for the written exam that discussed the themes for the examination questions. This unit requires a considerable amount of self study as the unit covers 4 streams (psychomotor skill, anatomy/biomechanics, public health and critical thinking) taught each week.
Feedback from Student feedback (HAVE YOUR SAY)
Relation to the rubric for the reflective writing portfolio. I feel that the CHESEMELT method did not assist my reflective writing at all. I felt like I was continuously repeating myself so that I could ensure every point on CHESEMELT was included. Some points which weren't even relevant for that week's reflection yet I still had to search for information about it in order to meet the criteria. I don't believe CHESEMELT is the best method for reflective writing.
The use of a template CHESMELT will continue for the assessment of a reflective portfolio. In future a better grasp of the portfolio process and how to write reflectively will be a greater focus. Tutors will take a more active role in assisting students with their portfolios and the unit coordinator with oversee this.
Feedback from Student feedback (HAVE YOUR SAY)
I can tell the course is taking on feedback very well and getting better and better, so congrats and keep it up.
The feedback is taken into consideration and being refined with each offering, we are working on delivering a high quality unit to address all learning outcomes in clear and well developed moodle platform.
Feedback from Self Reflection
I liked the fact that we had an opportunity to submit our portfolios half way through the semester and receive feedback. I would like to see this process continue in further foundation units.
The use of the portfolio is developing and providing formative feedback assists the students in delivering high quality work.In future the feedback will also include a score that will provide students with a better understanding on how they meeting the task requirements.
Feedback from Student feedback (HAVE YOUR SAY)
There wasn't so much pressure on us to perform perfectly in the on-campus activities which made them much more enjoyable this term I enjoyed having mock patients in our OSCE as opposed to having a class mate to perform on. I thoroughly enjoyed the practical classes and especially the mock adjustments introduced.
The On-Campus activities are to help to prepare students for final OSCE examinations , they were involving short tasks to complete each week on each other to develop the students psychomotor and group work skills.In future these tasks will be shorter and the use of mock patients in OSCE is planned to continue to assist with a deeper level of learning.
Feedback from Self Reflection
I feel the unit was rather unorganised and there was miscommunication between the students and lecturers. The lecturers were unable to answer assessment questions and questions about moodle. It felt like they did not know much about what was going on within the unit.
A weekly synopsis was made available to all tutors across all campuses and weekly tutor meetings were held that were recorded and made available for all tutors to review each week. In future ensuring that all tutors are clear on all the material provided and have reviewed the material prior to class to make them more accountable.
- Discuss the principles and practice of chiropractic management including radiographic analyses
- Demonstrate psychomotor skills to adjusting/manipulative set-ups at an intermediate level for the lumbar spine and lower extremities
- Perform soft tissue therapeutic procedures and non-force techniques at an intermediate level
- Interpret findings from functional analysis and musculoskeletal assessment protocols
- Explain matters pertaining to current public health issues and how they impact clinical care.
not applicable
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | ||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| 1 - On-campus Activity - 0% | |||||
| 2 - Portfolio - 25% | |||||
| 3 - Examination - 25% | |||||
| 4 - Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) - 50% | |||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| 1 - Communication | |||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | |||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | |||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | |||||
| 5 - Team Work | |||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | |||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | |||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | |||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | |||||
| 10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | |||||
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
| Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
| 1 - On-campus Activity - 0% | ||||||||||
| 2 - Portfolio - 25% | ||||||||||
| 3 - Examination - 25% | ||||||||||
| 4 - Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) - 50% | ||||||||||
Textbooks
Chiropractic Technique
Edition: 3rd (2010)
Authors: Thomas F. Bergmann, David H. Peterson
Mosby Elsevier
Philadelphia Philadelphia , PA , USA
ISBN: 978-0-323-04969-6
Binding: Other
Extremity Manual Textbook
Edition: 1st (2014)
Authors: Nikita A.Vizniak
Professional Health Systems
, Canada
ISBN: 978-0973274295
Binding: Other
Additional Textbook Information
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 6th Edition (APA 6th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
m.harris@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
1. Overview : Course Introduction; Formative Assessment Tasks and Learning Outcomes; The Flipped Classroom Approach
2. Adjustive Psychomotor Skills Lecture and Study Guide
3. Determinants of Health - Epidemiology Lecture and Study Guide
4. Professionalism and Record Keeping Lecture
5. Introduction to Reflective Writing; Usage of Mahara for ePortfolio
6. Lab Orientation and Skills Chirobics and Log Books
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Additional resources will be available on Moodle.
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 84-94, 103- 105, 145-152
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Spinal Biomechanics Lecture and Study Guide
2. Chiropractors Role in Public Health Lecture and Study Guide
3. Lumbar Set Ups and Adjustments
4. Lumbar region Mensuration Lecture
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 233- 262,
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Spinal Biomechanics - Chiropractic Listings and Study Guide
2. Contraindications and Complications of Adjustive Therapy Lecture and Study Guide
3. Gonstead Technique Article Critique
4. Pelvic Set Ups and Adjustments
5. Pelvic region Mensuration Lecture
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 262- 279
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Tissue Healing Presentations
2. Lumbar and Lumbopelvic Biomechanics
3. Trigger Point Pain Syndrome for Lower Limb Lecture and Study Guide.
4. Pelvic Set Ups and Adjustments
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 262- 279
Muscle Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Hip Region lecture and Study Guide
2. Health Promotion Lecture and Study Guide
3. Health Promotion Research Article Critique
4. Hip Set Ups and Adjustments
5. Hip region Mensuration
6. Ancillary Techniques of the Lower Limb Lecture and Study Guide
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 337- 349, 393- 411
Muscle Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
Vacation Week - No Scheduled activities or Lectures
Chapter
Vacation Week - No Scheduled activities or Lectures
Events and Submissions/Topic
Vacation Week - No Scheduled activities or Lectures
Module/Topic
1. MID TERM OSCE
2. No Public Health
3. Pelvis and Hip Biomechanical Dysfunction; Lower Crossed Syndrome
4. Hip Set Ups and Adjustments
5. Hip Ancillary Techniques of the Lower Limb Lecture and Study Guide continued
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 337- 349, 393- 411
Muscle Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
MID TERM OSCE
Module/Topic
1. Knee Lecture and Study Guide
2. Systematic Review Meta Analysis and their impact on Clinical Practice Lecture and Online Quiz
3. Palpation of the Knee Activity
4. Knee Set Ups and Adjustment
5. Knee region Mensuration Lecture
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman& Peterson pages 349- 364
Muscle Manual :Dr N. Vizniak
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Foot and Ankle Lecture and Study Guide
2. Gait Analysis - Characteristics of Normal Gait
4. Ankle and Foot Set Ups and Adjustments
5. Ankle region Mensuration Lecture
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 364-380
Muscle Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Postural Functional Assessment GALS (Gait, Arms, Legs, Spine)
2.GALS Assessment
3. Foot and Ankle Palpation Activity
4. Foot and Ankle Anatomy Lecture and Study Guide
5. Foot and Ankle Set Ups and Adjustments
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos; Bergman & Peterson pages 364-380
Muscle Manual:Dr N. Vizniak
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term: On Line Quiz
Module/Topic
1. Outcome Measures (ADL)
2.Public Health Impact of Musculoskeletal Conditions Lecture and Study Guide
3.Lifting and Sitting Biomechanics Lecture and Study Guide
4. Review Set Ups and Adjustments
Chapter
Powerpoint presentations and/or Videos;
Extremity Manual: Dr N. Vizniak
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Module/Topic
1. Review Material and Practice OSCE
2. Finish Entries in ePortfolio
3. Professionalism Lecture and Study Guide
Mock OSCE
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
In-Class Activity within the practical labs each week. Each weeks's activity will vary in content and will involve all learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term.
Submit ePortfolio in Mahara by 5 pm 25th May 2018
ePortfolio Written Assessment Due: Week 11 Friday (25 May 2018) 5:00 pm AEST
On Campus Activity Due: Week 11 Friday (25 May 2018) 5:00 pm AEST
Module/Topic
1. OSCE
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
No In-Class Activity scheduled for this week but will address any concerns for the upcoming OSCE.
Practical Assessment
Practical Assessment OSCE Due: Week 12 Thursday (31 May 2018) 9:00 am AEST
Module/Topic
REVIEW EXAMINATION WEEK
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
EXAMINATION WEEK
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
There will be a Q & A forum setup where you are encouraged to ask questions that you may have. This forum will be monitored as some of the answers you obtain will be shared to all.
The tutors will be expected to attend weekly meetings and discussions with the unit co-ordinator so that everyone will be consistent in delivery of material and answers to questions.
If you wish to speak to the tutors, they can, in turn forward details to myself for the benefit of the entire 2nd year cohort. I can be contacted on m.harris@cqu.edu.au
1 Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)
In practice, the chiropractor is required to combine a variety of psychomotor skills. All skills/techniques taught within this unit must be mastered. You must have a strong understanding of their applications. The primary focus of this assessment will be on the contextual nature of the adjustment/manipulation in addition to refining the skill itself. Each of these stations will require the student to complete various techniques over a specific time period, with an allowance of 1 minute reading/planning time prior to the commencement of the assessment.
Station 1 - You will be required to perform three lower limb setups/ mock thrust adjustments from those covered in the course demonstrating correct technique, appropriate patient handling. Furthermore, you will be required to perform the physical examination components below correlating your findings to your examiner by viva voce
- Motion palpation of the joint;
- Perform the appropriate setup and mock thrust adjustment
The tasks will be allocated to you randomly according to series of station cards which have been previously composed.
Station 2 - Performance of GALS (Gait, Arms, Legs and Spine) functional assessment demonstrating the correct technique with appropriate patient handling and viva voce assessment.
Or- Perform Soft Tissue Therapeutic procedures and non- force techniques at an intermediate level. eg PNF stretches, trigger point therapy, mobilizations, X fiber friction therapy. This tasks will be allocated to you randomly according to series of station cards which have been previously composed.
Station 3 - You will be required to perform three spinal setups/ mock thrust adjustments demonstrating correct technique, appropriate patient handling. Furthermore, you will be required to perform the physical examination components below correlating your findings to your examiner by viva voce:
- Motion palpation assessment of a spinal segment.
- Perform the appropriate setup and mock thrust adjustment.
Please note:
- Must perform the appropriate setup/ mock thrust adjustment for the lesion in question. The tasks will be allocated to you randomly according to series of station cards which have been previously composed.
- You present for your OSCE dressed professionally. Any student not adhering to the dress code may be excluded from the assessment;
- Each station is timed. You will have the set time to complete the station, therefore if a station is not completed within the allocated time the practical element will be stopped and you will be marked based on your performance to that point;
- Clinical and skills staff may be present as part of the examiners on the assessment date;
- The assessment will be recorded using a video camera to enable moderation, however, these recordings will not be available for student feedback.
Week 12 Thursday (31 May 2018) 9:00 am AEST
The practical test will be held on campus in the scheduled time for this unit. The test will be held in the practical room.
Review/Exam Week Friday (8 June 2018)
The results will be visible in Moodle
Station 1 - Your performance will be graded using a marking rubric which will be provided to you via Moodle.This marking rubric will grade your performance according to the following:
- Infection control
- Draping
- Verbal Consent
- Static palpation of the region
- Motion palpation of the joint
- Perform the appropriate adjustment for the lesion in question
- Appropriate interpretation of findings
- Practitioner position
- Patient position
- Patient handling
- Examiners over all impression
Station 2 - Your performance will be graded using a marking rubric which will be provided to you in Week 10 when the course focus switches to exam preparation. This marking rubric will grade your performance according to the following areas:
- Infection control
- Verbal Consent
- Static palpation of the region
- Clear Instructions given
- Patient handling
- Technical performance
Station 3 - Your performance will be graded using a marking rubric which will be provided to you in Week 10 when the unit focus switches to exam preparation. This marking rubric will grade your performance according to the following area:
- Infection control
- Draping
- Verbal Consent
- Static palpation of the region
- Motion palpation of the joint
- Perform the appropriate adjustment for the lesion in question
- Appropriate interpretation of findings
- Practitioner position
- Patient position
- Patient handling
- Examiners over all impression
- Demonstrate psychomotor skills to adjusting/manipulative set-ups at an intermediate level for the lumbar spine and lower extremities
- Perform soft tissue therapeutic procedures and non-force techniques at an intermediate level
- Communication
- Team Work
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
2 Portfolio
In this unit you will further develop your understanding of the role and skill sets required of a chiropractor through investigating the knowledge, skills and dispositions required. To help with your development on this journey of self-discovery you will create a journal for each lecture you attend and provide reflections of the On-Campus activities discussions, activities and material presented during the term. The journal provides evidence of the quality and quantity of your in-class learning.
Your ePortfolio can be used as a way to evaluate and enhance your learning and/or be used to critically reflect and develop deeper learning. It may be used to evolve skills set which will be essential during your professional career such as documenting your professional portfolio, professional achievements and continued professional development.
Week 11 Friday (25 May 2018) 5:00 pm AEST
Via turnitin
Review/Exam Week Friday (8 June 2018)
Via turnitin
You will be required to reflect on the theoretical and practical content of the unit and enter comments in your journal which can be then entered electronically into your ePortfolio in Mahara
Throughout the term you will be given on-campus activities (based upon the learning outcomes for this unit) that you will comment and reflect on in your ePortfolio and will involve the following criteria.
1. Does the student discuss the principles and practice of chiropractic management?
2. Can the student demonstrate psychomotor skills of adjusting/manipulative set-ups at an intermediate level for the thoracic, lumbar spine and lower extremities?
3. Does the student demonstrate soft tissue therapeutic procedures and non-force techniques at an intermediate level?
4. Can the student analyse the body using functional analysis and musculoskeletal assessment protocols i.e GALS (gait, arms, legs and spine)?
5. Does the student recognise findings from your musculoskeletal assessment including observation, range of movement and motion palpation to recommend appropriate chiropractic management protocols?
6. Can the student describe issues pertaining to chiropractic ethics and the codes of conduct?
7. Can students investigate matters pertaining to current public health issues and how they impact clinical care?
Note that you will continue to develop your portfolio in future units in the course.
There will be a specific rubric for the ePortfolio that is available in your Moodle site that you can refer to for further information.
The students are required to attend 80% of the on-campus activities and your tutor will assess your participation in class.
You will receive a PASS/FAIL for all in on-campus activities which is required to continue to CHIR12006 in Term 2 – regardless of the OSCE practical and Final Examination results.
- Discuss the principles and practice of chiropractic management including radiographic analyses
- Explain matters pertaining to current public health issues and how they impact clinical care.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
3 On-campus Activity
The on-campus activities will occur in the practical labs each week. Each weeks 's activity will vary in content and will involve the learning outcomes for this unit throughout the term. These activities will prepare you for your assessments in this unit.
Week 11 Friday (25 May 2018) 5:00 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Friday (8 June 2018)
The students are required to attend 80% of the on-campus activities and your tutor will assess your participation in class.
You will receive a PASS/FAIL for all in on-campus activities which is required to continue to CHIR12006 in Term 2 – regardless of the OSCE practical and Final Examination results.
- Demonstrate psychomotor skills to adjusting/manipulative set-ups at an intermediate level for the lumbar spine and lower extremities
- Perform soft tissue therapeutic procedures and non-force techniques at an intermediate level
- Interpret findings from functional analysis and musculoskeletal assessment protocols
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Team Work
- Ethical practice
Examination
As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.
Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.
Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.
As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.
What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
Where can I get assistance?
For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.
What can you do to act with integrity?
