PAR5401 Foundations of advanced paramedic practice
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PAR5401 Foundations of advanced paramedic practice is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 at Notting Hill. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 4 units, leading on to 6 units in all.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1
- Notting Hill
- Assessment
- Exam 30%
- and 5 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PAR5401
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PAR5401
4 units list PAR5401 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
- PAR5430Intensive care management of respiratory conditionsNo reviews yet
- PAR5440Intensive care management of trauma and environmental conditionsNo reviews yet
- PAR5450Advanced care paramedic management of paediatric and obstetric patientsNo reviews yet
- PAR5480Intensive care management of medical conditionsNo reviews yet
Enrolment rules
Overview
This unit introduces concepts and knowledge that underpins the provision of advanced paramedic care. Students will be required to develop and apply graduate academic skills to appraise and reference evidence relevant to practice.
The content will explore advanced level clinical skills and knowledge including, patient assessment, clinical decision-making, managing complex patients, and scene leadership.
Key concepts underpinning and influencing clinical practice such as human factors and self-reflection will also be examined.
Finally, this unit will extend knowledge of foundation pathophysiology, pharmacology and clinical toxicology principles. Students will be challenged to integrate the fundamental concepts of pathophysiology, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics as the basis for devising treatment regimens as an intensive care paramedic.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Notting Hill | Online |
| First semester | Notting Hill | On campus |
Assessment
- Literature Appraisal (1,000 words) (10%)Other10%
- Human Factors Case study (2,000 words) (20%)Other20%
- Pathophysiology Quiz (15%)Other15%
- Concept map series (2,000 words equivalent) (20%)Other20%
- Professional Practice Plan (5%)Other5%
- Final Examination (1 hour and 30 minutes) (30%) (Hurdle)ExamCompetency hurdle30%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Critically appraise research literature for validity and discuss the importance of evidence-based practice in paramedicine.
- 2
Justify the importance of a structured and systematic clinical approach in advanced paramedic practice.
- 3
Critically review human factor theory and the relevance to paramedic practice.
- 4
Explain the concept of professionalism, its relevance to and integration in paramedicine practice.
- 5
Develop and implement strategies to incorporate reflective practices into all aspects of paramedic practice.
- 6
Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of pathophysiology and apply key concepts to patient care.
- 7
Identify key anatomical landmarks relevant to advance paramedic interventions.
- 8
Explain advanced principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics and construct links between these and paramedic practice.
- 9
Examine the role of pharmacological agent in paramedic practice and how they are used in conjunction with non-pharmacological interventions.
Workload and teaching
Students will be expected to engage in 12 hours of teacher directed online learning activities and 12 hours of self-directed learning per week.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Linda Ross
- Unit Coordinators
- Mr Brendan Shannon
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PAR5401?
PAR5401 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PAR5401?
PAR5401 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including PAR5430, PAR5440, PAR5450 and PAR5480. Those lead on to 6 units in all.
When is PAR5401 offered?
In 2020, PAR5401 runs in Semester 1 at Notting Hill, with an online option.
Does PAR5401 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 30% of the final mark, alongside 5 other tasks.