Study Guide

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. You can register for this event until the end of October.

Timing and attendance

The course can be completed in Moodle at a time of your choosing between August 18th and December 31 2025. Registration must be completed by the end of October at the latest. Registrations are accepted once a week, as are course completions, starting in September.
Assessments for the end of December will not be entered into the study register until January. In this case, assessments are dated according to the implementation date, which is the day on which the last course completion was made.

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. Physiotherapist as part of a multidisciplinary team in pharmacological pain management
2. Musculoskeletal system and metabolism
3. Central and peripheral nervous system
4. Respiratory and circulatory system
5. Mental functions
6. Geriatrics
7. Diseases of children and adolescents
8. Issues related to the tissue healing process.

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