PAR2022 Paramedic management of trauma conditions
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PAR2022 Paramedic management of trauma conditions is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 2 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 2
- Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 65%
- and 1 other task
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PAR2022
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PAR2022
1 unit list PAR2022 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: PAR2011 AND PAR2031
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course code M2011
Overview
In this unit, you will further develop your role as a paramedic by building on the clinical examination and decision-making skills introduced in previous units. You will explore injury and injury prevention across the lifespan, with a focus on commonly encountered acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. You will engage in case-based learning, and simulation activities to strengthen your clinical skills, problem-solving, and decision-making competencies.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Peninsula | On campus |
Assessment
- Mid-semester examination (1 hour and 30 minutes)Quiz / Test25%
- Clinical portfolio.Portfolio35%
- End of semester examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)ExaminationCompetency hurdle40%
- Practical exam scenario (pass/fail)DemonstrationCompetency hurdle-
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the epidemiology, population health and pathology related to injuries and commonly encountered in paramedic practice.
- 2
Describe criteria used to identify major trauma and demonstrate the application of pre-hospital trauma triage guidelines.
- 3
Identify and evaluate evidence that informs paramedic clinical practice guidelines used to care for patients with injury.
- 4
Relate the pharmacology of drugs and fluids used by paramedics for the management of injury to drug indications and actions.
- 5
Demonstrate the ability to integrate the theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to the assessment and management of patients with injury in real time simulation.
- 6
Demonstrate clinical reasoning skills related to the management of trauma patients.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures24 hours
- Practical activities36 hours
A combination of online lecture, tutorials and online activities (6 hours per week), and self-directed study (6 hours per week).
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Callum Shepherd
- Unit Coordinators
- Stephanie Binks
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PAR2022?
PAR2022 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PAR2022?
PAR2022 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including PAR3033.
When is PAR2022 offered?
In 2026, PAR2022 runs in Semester 2 at Peninsula.
Does PAR2022 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 65% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.