PAR3011 Paramedic management of medical conditions
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PAR3011 Paramedic management of medical conditions is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2023 in Semester 1 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Semester 1
- Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 65%
- and 3 other tasks
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PAR3011
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PAR3011
3 units list PAR3011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: (PAR2013 or PAR2012), PAR2022, PAR2032, PAR2020
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course codes M20021 or M2011
Overview
This unit continues to develop the role of the paramedic as a clinician by extending clinical examination and decision making skills that were introduced in previous clinical units. The unit explores commonly encountered acute and chronic health emergencies, with a focus on pain management. Using a combination of case-based learning, clinical laboratory work and simulation, this unit will develop the essential clinical skills, clinical problem solving and decision-making competencies in managing common health emergencies.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Peninsula | Online |
| First semester | Peninsula | On campus |
Assessment
- Weekly short MCQ tests (10 minutes)10%
- Mid-semester examination25%
- Clinical portfolio25%
- Written examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Competency hurdle40%
- End of semester practical assessment (Pass / Fail)Competency hurdle-
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the epidemiology, population health, and pathology related to acute and chronic emergency medical conditions commonly encountered in paramedic practice;
- 2
Describe the clinical manifestations of the selected medical conditions commonly encountered in paramedic practice;
- 3
Demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to the assessment and management of patients with selected acute and chronic medical emergencies across the lifespan;
- 4
Relate the pharmacology of drugs and fluids used by paramedics in the management of common medical conditions, including drug indications and actions.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities2 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
6 hours per week involving lectures and simulation.
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Natalie Fonda
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Linda Ross
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PAR3011?
PAR3011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PAR3011?
PAR3011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including PAR3012, PAR3022 and PAR3032.
When is PAR3011 offered?
In 2023, PAR3011 runs in Semester 1 at Peninsula, with an online option.
Does PAR3011 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 65% of the final mark, alongside 4 other tasks.