Biomedical Science for Osteopathy 7

Unit code: HBO2007 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
St Albans
Prerequisites
HBO2006 - Biomedical Science for Osteopathy 6
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

HBO2007 Biomedical Science for Osteopathy 7 strengthens students' ability to recognize the relevant biomedical science concepts for presenting complaints by applying them to conditions affecting the thorax. This unit is different in focus to previous Biomedical Science for Osteopathy units. Students will learn to consider visceral causes of thoracic pain in addition to somatic causes of pain. Students develop their understanding of pain through reviewing pain pathways and examining mechanisms of referred and chronic pain. Students are introduced to actions of pharmacological agents and consider those applicable for conditions affecting the thorax.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Map the anatomy, histology and embryology of the thorax
  2. Summarise the physiological processes of the thoracic viscera
  3. Articulate mechanisms involved in viscera as a source of pain
  4. Integrate biomechanical principles to movements of the thorax
  5. Review common conditions affecting the thorax and thoracic viscera; and
  6. Justify relevant pharmacological interventions for selected cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

The common conditions assignment requires students to individually research a common condition of the thorax. The multi station practical exam assesses students’ knowledge of thoracic anatomy using specimens, histology slides and models explored in their laboratory classes as well as related biomechanical considerations, physiology and pathology of the thoracic cage. The tests evaluate key concepts of thoracic anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, pathology as well as pharmacological intervention.

Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 20%
Written task based on researching a common condition (500 words)
Assessment type: Test
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Grade: 20%
Test (45mins) (MCQs and short answer)
Assessment type: Test
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Grade: 30%
Test (1hr) (MCQs and short answer)
Assessment type: Practicum
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Grade: 30%
Multi-station practical laboratory exam (1hr)

Required reading

Students will be provided with an up-to-date reading list via the VU Collaborate system.

Clinically oriented anatomy
Dalley, A. F. & Agur, A. M. (2022)| Wolters Kluwer
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Marieb, E. N & Hoehn, K (2022)| Pearson Education Limited (This is available online through the VU library site)
Anatomy and Physiology Coloring Workbook
Marieb, E.N & Brito, S (2017)| Pearson Education Limited
Evidence-Informed Orthopedic Conditions: Professional Health Systems
Vizniak, N. A. (2022)| .

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy)/Master of Health Science (Osteopathy)
HCOP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4.5 years

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