Unit Profile Correction added on 17-04-20
In-class test (20%) has been changed to an Online Quiz (20%). Please see your Moodle site for details of the assessment.
On campus activity (Pass/ Fail) has been deferred to Term 3. Please see your Moodle site for details of the assessment.
The end of term examination has now been changed from a closed book to an open book quiz. Please see your Moodle site for details of the assessment.
Overview
This unit will provide you with knowledge of the assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal and inflammatory disorders common to the lower extremity. The foot in rheumatology and arthropathies will be covered in detail with respect to aetiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, investigation, and management. You will learn how these disorders can be managed by different interventions, including the use of pressure reducing devices and footwear intervention.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
Pre-requisite: PODI13011 Podiatry Clinical Practice 3. Co-requisite: PODI14008 Podiatry Clinical Practice 4.
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 - 2020
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 Lecturer's self reflection
In the future, we could explore having the student not only make an accomodative device to ensure they learn the skills of creating this, but in addition have them design and order a 3D printed accomodative devices, as this technology is now commonly being used in clinical podiatry practice.
The students can make an accomodative device, in addition to this they scan and order a customised accomodative orthotic, which uses 3D printing technology to best offload high pressure area.
- Recognise and appraise the pathophysiology and clinical pattern of common arthropathies and musculoskeletal disorders specific to the lower extremity
- Evaluate conservative therapies applicable to the patient with rheumatic diseases and implement an appropriate patient-centred management plan.
- Develop patient education strategies for optimum management of common lower extremity musculoskeletal and inflammatory disorders.
- Engage in active learning and apply an evidence based approach to rheumatology and musculoskeletal medicine in podiatry practice.
Per NPC1320
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 20% | ||||
2 - Written Assessment - 30% | ||||
3 - Examination - 50% | ||||
4 - On-campus Activity - 0% |
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
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 | |||||||||
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
1 - Online Quiz(zes) - 20% | ||||||||||
2 - Written Assessment - 30% | ||||||||||
3 - Examination - 50% | ||||||||||
4 - On-campus Activity - 0% |
Textbooks
Management of chronic conditions in the foot and lower leg
(2015)
Authors: Keith Rome, Peter McNair
Churchill Livingstone
USA
ISBN: 978 0 7020 4769 5
Binding: Hardcover
Additional Textbook Information
Copies are available for purchase at the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code)
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.ho@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
Overview of Unit
Introduction to Rheumatological Conditions
Assessment of the Lower Limb (Revision)
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Diagnostic Tests 1 - Blood tests, urine tests and other clinical tests
Diagnostic Tests 2 - X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, Angiograms
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Inflammatory Sero-positive Arthritic Conditions
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Systemic Lupus Erythmatosis
Scleroderma
Sjogren's Syndrome
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Inflammatory Sero-negative Arthritic Conditions
Psoariatic Arthritis
Reactive Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Enteropathic Arthritis
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Inflammatory Infectious and Crystal Induced Arthritic Conditions
Septic Arthritis
Osteomyelitis
Gout
Pseudo-gout
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Non-inflammatory Acute Arthritic Conditions
Avascular Necrosis
Charcot
Non-inflammatory Chronic Arthritic Conditions
Osteoarthritis
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Biomechanical Gait Analysis in Rheumatology (ROK)
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Biomechanical Gait Analysis in Rheumatology (SYD)
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Podiatric Conservative Interventions
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Exam Review 1
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Exam Review 2
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Events and Submissions/Topic
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Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Attendance: As per the University’s recommendation that "All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes,” students should also be aware that there is clear evidence to show that attendance rates are directly related to academic progress. It is therefore in your best interest and strongly recommended in the Bachelor of Podiatry Practice (Honours) course, that you attend all scheduled learning activities to support your learning.
Uniform: In all practical classes, students are required to wear the nominated uniform. Students must purchase their uniform from the bookshop. This uniform is separate to the mandatory clinical uniform. Please refer to the Podiatry Course Handbook for further details.
1 Online Quiz(zes)
The Online Quiz in week 7 will consist of multiple choice and short answer questions and cover content from Weeks 1 - 6.
The quiz will have a time limit of 60 minutes. The quiz will take place in a computer lab (or equivalent location) and is a closed book task. Access to books, notes, websites (other than the quiz) and the use of other electronic devices are prohibited during the quiz.
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Other
Week 7 Tuesday (28 Apr 2020) 5:00 pm AEST
Week 9 Tuesday (12 May 2020)
This assessment task will assess your theoretical knowledge of Rheumatological conditions covered from Week 1 - 6.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
- Recognise and appraise the pathophysiology and clinical pattern of common arthropathies and musculoskeletal disorders specific to the lower extremity
2 Written Assessment
You will be required to complete your written assessment based on a topic discussed and agreed upon during the term with your Unit Coordinator.
The word limit of the written assessment is 2500 words (excluding references, figures and tables) and should include:
1) A cover page stating the assessment title, student's name and number, Unit Coordinator's name, unit code and title, due date and word count.
2) An Introduction
3) Case Report
4) A Conclusion
Referencing (if any) should follow APA format. Please also ensure that each page of your report has a page number and your student number. The text should be in Size 12 Arial font, 1.5 cm spacing with 2 cm page margins. All tables and figures must be labelled and referenced appropriately in the text.
Week 11 Tuesday (26 May 2020) 11:59 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Tuesday (9 June 2020)
An assessment rubric will be provided at the beginning of the term stating clearly the expectation and marking criteria. If the written assessment exceeds the word limit by 10% (2,750 words), any content over the word limit will not be assessed by the examiner.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Team Work
- Information Technology Competence
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Evaluate conservative therapies applicable to the patient with rheumatic diseases and implement an appropriate patient-centred management plan.
- Develop patient education strategies for optimum management of common lower extremity musculoskeletal and inflammatory disorders.
- Engage in active learning and apply an evidence based approach to rheumatology and musculoskeletal medicine in podiatry practice.
3 On-campus Activity
You will be expected to complete a series of practical tasks that forms part of a practical checklist. These tasks include rheumatological assessments and fabricating an accomodative insole. You will be provided with a Practical Manual at the beginning of term with information regarding the on campus activities and tasks. You are to print and bind the Practical Manual and bring it with you for all sessions.
Week 12 Friday (5 June 2020) 11:59 pm AEST
Review/Exam Week Monday (8 June 2020)
The on campus activities in this unit consists of tasks relating to professional podiatry skills, which are inherent requirements to meet the professional standards.
All on campus activities will be completed during the internal clinical sessions. Satisfactory completion of these activities on campus are integral to your achievement of learning outcomes and assessment of this unit and other units within the course.
Please pay attention to the following information:
• Students who are absent from on campus activities must alert the Unit Coordinator regarding their absenteeism prior to the commencement of the allocated clinical learning experience for that day.
• Students are to provide the Unit Coordinator and Clinical Supervisor with either a medical certificate or statutory declaration, within five (5) business days of their absence.
• All absent days will need to be made up according to the CQUniversity Work-Integrated Learning/ Student Placement Policy and Procedure.
- Ethical practice
- Engage in active learning and apply an evidence based approach to rheumatology and musculoskeletal medicine in podiatry 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.