POD5101 Dermatology and diseases of the lower limb

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Describe the normal anatomy of the skin and nail across the life span;

2. 2

   Critically evaluate the risk factors, clinical features and pathological processes of a range of skin and nail disorders in the lower limb;

3. 3

   Design and conduct relevant skin, nail and vascular assessments of the lower limb;

4. 4

   Determine a client’s short- and long-term goals, based on assessment results, and medico-legal documentation of findings;

5. 5

   Critically analyse clinical cases and synthesise appropriate management plans for a range of dermatological conditions in the lower limb, including the high-risk foot presentations;

6. 6

   Demonstrate beginner level competency in nail care, sharps debridement and non-complex or acute wound care;

7. 7

   Communicate  effectively with clients, carers and other members of the health care team;

8. 8

   Deliver client-centred care and interprofessional management;

9. 9

   Appraise the principles of inclusive, and culturally safe podiatry practice and apply it in a multidisciplinary clinical setting;

10. 10

    Explain the principles of prevention and management of dermatological conditions in the lower limb, including pharmacological therapies, soft tissue therapies, wound dressings and related technologies;

11. 11

    Analyse the consequences of dermatological conditions of the lower limb from a population health perspective;

12. 12

    Implement evidence-based practice in the management of the client with dermatological conditions in the lower limb.