Impacts of Diseases on the Structures, Functioning and Functional Capacity of the BodyLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AH00DA28
Credits
5 op
Objective
The student is able to
• Describe the main dysfunctions of the respiratory and circulatory system, musculoskeletal system, central and peripheral nervous system, and mental health in different age groups
• Identify groups of medication and their effects on key diseases from the perspective of physiotherapy
• Describe the effects of illnesses and their pharmacotherapy on functional capacity
• Recognise the importance of multidisciplinary cooperation in the implementation of safe and appropriate pharmacotherapy and medical treatment for clients
Enrollment
20.11.2024 - 03.01.2025
Timing
07.01.2025 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Health Care and Social Services (LAB)
Campus
- Lappeenranta Campus
- E-campus
- Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 80
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Physiotherapy (in Finnish)
Teachers
- Eija Viitala
Groups
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HLPRFYS24S
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HLTIFYS24S
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
• Describe the main dysfunctions of the respiratory and circulatory system, musculoskeletal system, central and peripheral nervous system, and mental health in different age groups
• Identify groups of medication and their effects on key diseases from the perspective of physiotherapy
• Describe the effects of illnesses and their pharmacotherapy on functional capacity
• Recognise the importance of multidisciplinary cooperation in the implementation of safe and appropriate pharmacotherapy and medical treatment for clients
Implementation and methods of teaching
The responsible teacher in this course is Eija Viitala eija.viitala@lab.fi to which AHOT applications are directed.
This is an entirely online, self-paced course. The learning environment is Moodle.
Timing and attendance
The course can be completed in Moodle at a time of your choosing between January 7 and July 31, 2025. Assessments for work completed in June or July will be provided in August. In this case, evaluations will be dated to the day the final assignment was submitted in June or July.
Learning material and recommended literature
The learning materials are available on the Moodle platform.
Additional references:
Luomajoki, H. 2020. Ammattilaisen kipukirja. VK-kustannus
Kauranen, K. 2021. Fysioterapeutin käsikirja. (Vanhemmatkin painokset käy)
Alternative completion methods
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Working life cooperation
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Exam retakes
Each competency test can be attempted up to three times.
Learning environment
Moodle.
Student time use and work load
The course is worth a total of 5 credits.
1 credit = 27 hours of student work.
In total, this equates to 135 hours of student work.
Contents
The course consists of the following topics:
1. The physiotherapist as part of a multidisciplinary team in pharmacological pain management
2. Disorders of the musculoskeletal system, metabolism, central and peripheral nervous systems, respiratory and circulatory systems, and psychological functions
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Structure and Function of the Body course 10 ects completed.
Assessment criteria
The course includes in Moodle five competency tests. A passing mark is required for each test. Once a competency test has been completed, the next topic area and its corresponding test will become available.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Failed (0)
The student has a failing grade in at least one competency test.
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
The course is considered successfully completed when all five sections have been passed.
The student demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the course content in the following areas:
- The physiotherapist as part of a multidisciplinary team in pharmacological pain management
- Disorders of the musculoskeletal system, metabolism, central and peripheral nervous systems, respiratory and circulatory systems, and psychological functions