This unit provides an introduction to the study of therapeutic agents, probing into the fundamental concepts of therapeutic agent-target interactions and the intricate processes governing therapeutic agent metabolism within the human body. A major part of the unit consists of a detailed account of the pharmacology of therapeutic agents that affect selected organ systems. The content connects the...

This unit introduces you to introductory level theory which underpins the practice of paramedicine, with a focus on the initial assessment and management of the emergent patient presentation. You will be introduced to entry level concepts of paramedicine that include situation awareness, approach to the patient, and clinical assessment of a patient using a systems-based approach. You will develop...

CSA306 (Therapeutics in Practice 3B) is designed to build upon your existing knowledge of pharmacology, physiology, microbiology and evidence-based health, in order to develop the clinical knowledge and skills necessary to deliver pharmaceutical care. The unit covers the pathophysiology and therapeutic management of common diseases. In CSA306, specific topics include hepatology, neurology, pain,...

Therapeutics of Infectious Disease is designed to build upon existing knowledge of pharmacology, physiology, microbiology, and evidence-based health, to develop the clinical knowledge and skills necessary to deliver pharmaceutical care in infectious disease. This unit will focus on the pathophysiology, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutic principles relevant to the management of common infectious...

Managing Minor Ailments focusses on patient-centred care with patient counselling concepts and application of communication skills in clinical scenarios. This patient-centred care is extended to the study of over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Principles of drug therapy such as adverse reactions, drug interactions, medication adherence, patient counselling are discussed and applied to simulated...

This unit will introduce you to foundational clinical paramedicine including information gathering, clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluations, and the management of simple medical and trauma cases. In this unit you will learn about ethical health care, professional communication, safe practice and the mindful, patient-centred application of clinical skills. The unique, diverse environment in...

This unit serves as the foundation unit to the Bachelor of Paramedicine. In this unit you will be supported to develop an understanding of different social and cultural perspectives of health and wellbeing in relation to individuals and the broader community. Students will explore factors of everyday life that contribute to positive well-being in both an individual and group sense. Students will...

Pharmacy Skills in Practice 3B focuses on the issues and concepts associated with professional pharmacy activities and clinical pharmacy practice. The overall objective of the unit is for you to develop a sound practical knowledge and understanding of pharmacy practice. As well as workshops and practical sessions, this unit also features three weeks of placements in the health care environment...

Pathophysiology for Health Care builds on your knowledge of anatomy and physiology to develop an understanding of the principles of pathophysiology and alterations in the health of the body systems. Clinical reasoning will be used to analyse clinical scenarios to understand the presentation of people with common health problems. You will be expected to develop written and oral skills that will...

This unit is designed to introduce you to the anatomy and physiology of the reproductive, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems of the human body. The regulation of body temperature will also be studied in the unit. The unit will include: (a) the basic facts and concepts relating to the human body`s structural and functional organisation at different levels (cells, tissues,...