Prerequisites
HFB2223 - Clinical Practice 4
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Articulate what is meant by the term Mental Health, including the mental health classification and diagnosis system and the history of mental health management; | ||
2. | Contextualise the mental health profile and epidemiology of the Australian population; | ||
3. | Analyse and assess how psychosocial, lifestyle and cultural factors influence societal perceptions and potential treatment of mental health conditions; | ||
4. | Articulate the aetiology, pathophysiology, therapeutic and pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of common mental health disorders in the prehospital setting and other health care services; and | ||
5. | Argue the approach, assessment and management strategies that can be utilised by paramedics and other health professionals for various mental health conditions informed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or policies. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Test | MCQ (30minutes) | 10% |
Test | MCQ (30minutes) | 10% |
Case Study | individual Mental Health condition Case study (1250words) | 40% |
Presentation | Group Presentation: Different views debate (40minutes) | 40% |
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