VCW1124

Clinical Project: Case Study ( 12 points, SCA Band 3, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Robyn Wright

Offered:
Parkville First semester 2005 (OCL)
Parkville Second semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: The clinical project/case study in wound management consolidates the theoretical and practical skills acquired in the Graduate Diploma in Wound Care by exploring in detail a complex client issue within the candidates workplace or a health care setting. The clinical project/case study is not intended to be an original piece of research. Each student is expected to negotiate their topic in consultation with their lecturer.

Objectives: At the completion of this unit students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the ability to undertake critical analysis of a wound care related issue; 2. Critique a body of research related to wound care; 3. Explore the impact of wounds from an individual and population health perspective; 4. Identify driving forces and barriers to innovations in wound practices; 5. Utilise a systems approach to instigate change at an organisational and local level.

Assessment: Project Proposal (2,500 words),(25%); Progress Report (2,500 words),(25%); Final Project Report (5000 words), (50%)

Prerequisites: VCW1125, ECX9720