Postgraduate - UnitPGW1112 - Scar management

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3 points, SCA Band 2, 0.0625 EFTSL

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Level	Postgraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Offered	Not offered in 2013
Coordinator(s)	Ms Adriana Tiziani

Notes

For postgraduate coursework pharmacy discontinuation dates, please see http://www.pharm.monash.edu.au/students/pg-coursework/unit-discontinuation-dates.html

Quota applies

This unit is quota restricted. Selection is on a first-in, first enrolled basis. For more information please contact the faculty at http://www.pharm.monash.edu.au/courses/pg-coursework/contact.html

Synopsis

The treatment of scars has become increasingly complex with a growing array of techniques and products available for use. The related costs for the management of scars is also expanding. This elective aims to explore current scar management practices and their evidential base. Knowledge of scar histology and appropriate outcome measurements will be used to critically evaluate interventions such as pressure therapy, massage and the use of contact media.

Outcomes

At the completion of this unit students will be able to:

Outline the process of scar formation and how it affects the function of normal skin.
Define the difference between normal scar and problematic scar.
Describe methods of scar assessment.
Critically evaluate the different types of management of scars: medical management, pressure therapy, massage, use of contact media.
Identify the psychosocial impact of a significant scar on the individuals quality of life.

Assessment

Minor assignment: 30%
Major assignment: 60% (hurdle)
Participation in online tutorials: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Ms Adriana Tiziani

Contact hours

Students are expected to allow 3- 6 hours per week over the semester in study time.

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Wound care

Prohibitions

VCW1112