RTS4012

Clinical studies 1 (4 points)

(MED)

Leader: Ms Caroline Wright

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton Summer 2004 (OCL)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Clayton Summer 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit students will be able to demonstrate and communicate a broad and critical conceptual understanding of: 1. The concept of profession and the radiation therapy profession in the context of the provision of radiation oncology to patients; 2. The structure and function of the modern clinical radiotherapy department; 3. Principles of infection control and workplace safety; 4. Anatomical reference sites and methods used for tattooing a patient prior to treatment; 5. Human communication theories and their application to the practice of radiation therapy; 6. Principles of infection control in the workplace; 7. Principles of landmarking, palpation and tattooing and; 8. Appropriate and confession interactions with patients and their families or carers.

Assessment: Reflective case notes: 20% + Practical skill assessment: 15% + Implementation of infection control and workplace safety: 15% + Extended patient care study: 25% + Assignment: 25%

Off-campus attendance requirements: Placement for 5 continuous weeks in a clinical Radiotherapy Department (4 weeks academic credit, 1 week professional credit).

Prerequisites: Admission into the Master of Radiation Therapy course

Corequisites: RTS4000, RTS4010