Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this module students should:
1. Understand the various services available in a level 4 Acute Hospital - The Mater Misercordiae University hospital and the role of the Physiotherapist within these services.
2. Understand the variety of physiotherapy practice settings including acute hospital, community and primary care settings as well as child disability network teams, sport and private practice.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the physiotherapist, exploring their role within the team, recognising the limits of physiotherapy practice, along with understanding the importance of team work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team within each healthcare setting.
4. Understand the basic principles of health promotion. Identify the different health promotion strategies required in various settings and the health promotion needs as they differ across the lifespan.
5. Understand the multifactorial nature of NCDs, comprehend the basic principles of epidemiology and be aware of the related epidemiological information for NCDs both in Ireland and internationally.
6. Understand dignity and respect within the workplace in relation to service users, their relatives and carers, colleagues and self.
7. Develop digital literacy skills, including key competencies such as sourcing and using digital information through electronic databases and online libraries.
Indicative Module Content:
Introduction to clinical services and the multidisciplinary team in the Mater Misericordiae Hospital.
Basics of epidemiology as applied to NCDs, health promotion approaches and strategies throughout the ages. Dignity and respect workshop. Digital literacy skills workshop.