Course coordinator
Dr Jenna Taylor
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Human Movement & Nutrition Sci
Students will develop a strong theoretical and practical understanding for the exercise assessment, prescription, and programming for individuals with cardiovascular or pulmonary disease. Students will also develop a strong understanding of the pathophysiology and disease management for cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions.
This course had the previous code of HMST4742 which can be viewed in the archived area within the Course and Program site http://www.uq.edu.au/study/archive/index.html
The unit covers five main components: 1) overview of the pathophysiology and clinical management for cardiac and respiratory disease, 2) risk factors for cardiac and respiratory disease, 3) basic interpretation of electrocardiography, 4) exercise screening, testing, and assessment of people with cardiac or respiratory disease, and 5) exercise prescription and programmingﾠfor people with cardiac or respiratoryﾠdisease. The first three components will provide information about the disease process to inform exercise testing, functional assessments, and exercise prescription and programming within these special populations. Case studies will be incorporated to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of evidence-based exercise prescription for people with cardiac and/or respiratory disease.
Course requirements
Assumed background
This course builds on knowledge taught in EXMD3372.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
EXMD3372 + EXMD2382 + valid Apply First Aid (CPR)
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
HMST7742; HMST4742; EXMD7742
Restrictions
BExSS(Hons)(CEP) or BClinExP(Hons)
Course contact
Course staff
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
The course aims to provide students with the necessary theoretical information and opportunities for applied practice needed to critically design, implement, supervise and evaluate exercise programs for individuals with cardiac and respiratory diseases. Theoretical content will include aetiology, pathophysiology and exercise implications for these populations. A voluntary practical immersionﾠwill be offered to provide real-world exposure to clinical assessment and programming skills for these clinical populations. Exercise therapy is only one component of a comprehensive and holistic approach to rehabilitation and secondary prevention; hence, this course also provides students with an overview of models of rehabilitation and secondary prevention and allows students the opportunity to explore optimal methods of exercise inclusion.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Understand the aetiology and pathophysiology of; and the specific risk factors for cardiorespiratory disease states
LO2.
Understand cardiorespiratory disease management including: diagnostic and interventional procedures; medications; exercise testing and prescription and its effects on heart rate, blood pressure and ECG
LO3.
Understand various assessment and testing protocols and their application in various disease states, including: ECG; blood pressure, manual heart rate, sternal stability, respiratory function tests; and exercise testing protocols
LO4.
Identify and understand cultural considerations associated with cardiorespiratory diseases
LO5.
Prescribe, develop, modify and supervise exercise and education sessions for persons with, or at risk of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz |
Heart Foundation and Asthma Australia E-Learning Modules and Quizzes
|
10% |
Heart Foundation: Six Steps to Cardiac Recovery (120mins) 8/08/2024 5:00 pm Heart Foundation: Asking the Question of Origin (40 mins) 15/08/2024 5:00 pm RHD Australia: Introduction to Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) (45 mins) 22/08/2024 5:00 pm ThinkGP / Asthma in Australia - Practical solutions for challenges in primary care (6 hours 10/10/2024 5:00 pm |
| Practical/ Demonstration |
Competency for Objective Assessments
|
Pass/Fail |
23/08/2024 - 6/09/2024
During timetabled practical sessions. |
| Practical/ Demonstration |
Practical Examination
|
35% |
9/09/2024 - 13/09/2024
Practical Exams will be held during week 8. Students will be able to sign-on during classes. |
| Essay/ Critique | Case Study Reports - Cardiac and Respiratory | 20% |
21/10/2024 5:00 pm |
| Examination |
End Semester Examination
|
35% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Heart Foundation and Asthma Australia E-Learning Modules and Quizzes
- Online
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
Heart Foundation: Six Steps to Cardiac Recovery (120mins) 8/08/2024 5:00 pm
Heart Foundation: Asking the Question of Origin (40 mins) 15/08/2024 5:00 pm
RHD Australia: Introduction to Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) (45 mins) 22/08/2024 5:00 pm
ThinkGP / Asthma in Australia - Practical solutions for challenges in primary care (6 hours 10/10/2024 5:00 pm
Task description
*** The completion of all of the below modules is required in order to achieve the full grade of 10%***
1. Heart Foundation: Six Steps to Cardiac Recovery (120mins)
The Heart Foundation Six Steps to Cardiac Recovery eLearning interactive module is available to help health professionals facilitate effective patient education after a heart attack and/or angina diagnosis. This engaging module is endorsed by the Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association (ACRA) and takes two hours to complete.
2. Heart Foundation: Asking the Question of Origin (40 mins)
This course provides training for health professionals in the acute and primary health care sectors on how to identify Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients in accordance with standard practice.
The course aims to:
- Increase understanding of the importance, responsibilities and reasons for identifying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Improve knowledge, skills and confidence to identify Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and record identification data in line with standard practice.
3. RHD Australia: Introduction to Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) (45 mins)
RHDAustralia and the Heart Foundation provide courses on all aspects of the prevention, diagnosis and management of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease.
This is a self-paced accredited course and students are required to complete this module only: Introduction to Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) and Rhuematic Heart Disease (RHD)
4. ThinkGP / Asthma in Australia - Practical solutions for challenges in primary care (6 hours)
There are six modules which are available as one Accredited Learning Module and six individual modules, covering:
- Introduction: Asthma basics
- Partnering with your patients
- Adjusting treatment and encouraging adherence
- Preventative care to the stop asthma flares
- Paediatric asthma
- Severe asthma
This modules explore the impact of asthma for patients, and common challenges to providing optimal care in primary practice. Based on current Australian guidelines, the modules cover best practice diagnostic and management principles, strategies for preventive care and reducing the risk of hospitalisation, and real-world tips for making the most of your consultation time with a patient. Patient case studies and downloadable resources are included throughout, as well as information on ways to tailor treatment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and for culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
Use of Artificial Intelligence Statement: This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Upload Completion Certificates via submission link on Blackboard by 5pm on the due date (weeks 3, 4, 5, 11).
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Competency for Objective Assessments
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
23/08/2024 - 6/09/2024
During timetabled practical sessions.
Task description
Objective assessments will include manual blood pressure, manual heart rate, oxygen saturation, and sternal assessment. This will be a pass/fail assessment occurring during the allocated practical sessions (weeks 5-7). Competency must be demonstrated by the end of week 7 practical session. Students will be allowed multiple attempts to demonstrate competency. A criteria sheet will be available outlining what is required to achieve a passing mark.
Hurdle requirements
Students must pass this assessment item to pass the course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 50% or higher, if the individual competency is not passed, a student cannot achieve a grade higher than a 3.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Your deferred demonstration date and time will be determined by the course coordinator and communicated to you via your UQ student email account.
Practical Examination
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
9/09/2024 - 13/09/2024
Practical Exams will be held during week 8. Students will be able to sign-on during classes.
Task description
This practical exam assesses student's ability to:
- Accurately recall/identify all key aspects (e.g. contraindications, associated conditions) of a specified AEP target pathology and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the impact on subsequent exercise prescription using coherent, logically-sequenced explanations.
- Identify significant issues relevant to a detailed referral (case study) of an individual with a specific AEP target pathology and offer insightful analysis and critical evaluation of these issues in light of empirical evidence
- Identify and perform relevant assessment protocols
- Design a complete and well-constructed program for an individual with a specific AEP target pathology in which all assessments and exercises selected are safe and highly relevant, demonstrating creativity and cohesive, logical reasoning / analysis
- Using role-play, provide professional and highly effective demonstration with flawless technique
- Communicate using situation-appropriate language and thoughtful responses throughout with highly appropriate and effective cuing
Use of Artificial Intelligence Statement: This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
Students must pass this assessment item to pass the course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 50% or higher, if the individual Practical Examination is not passed, a student cannot achieve a grade higher than a 3.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Your deferred practical exam date and time will be determined by the course coordinator and communicated to you via your UQ student email account.
Case Study Reports - Cardiac and Respiratory
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
21/10/2024 5:00 pm
Task description
Students will be randomly assigned two case studies in Week 9 (one cardiovascular and one respiratory condition).
Each case study will require students to:
- Explain the aetiology and pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis, using the presenting symptoms and results of investigations as part of your justification
- Identify, list, and summarise all cardiovascular and/or respiratory risk factors for inclusion into a risk management plan for secondary prevention.
- List each medication, explain the purpose, and describe the effects on heart rate, blood pressure, and peripheral oxygen (if applicable), at rest and with exercise.
- Identify any contraindications to exercise. Complete a risk stratification to classify as to low / moderate / high risk for exercise prescription. Justify your classification.
- Prescribe (and justify) an initial exercise program based on your risk stratification, including the first 2 weeks of the rehabilitation program (total of 4 sessions). Include all important components of the exercise program, including the FITT principles and appropriate progression over the 2 weeks. Outline safe ranges for heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximeter for exercise. Outline any relevant precautions or considerations for exercising this patient based on the case study details (including medications).
There is no word limit however each case study has a 3-page limit.
Use of Artificial Intelligence Statement: This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Upload of Case Studies via Turnitin submission link on Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
End Semester Examination
- In-person
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
Task description
This assessment will assess all lecture and course material through multiple choice and short-answer questions.
Use of Artificial Intelligence Statement: This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | Any calculator permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 1 represents a failure to satisfy most or all of the basic requirements of the course. A grade of 1 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 0% - 24%. |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 2 represents a failure to satisfy some of the basic requirements of the course. Clear deficiencies in performance, but evidence that some basic requirements have been met. A grade of 2 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 25% - 44%. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: A grade of 3 represents a failure to satisfy all basic requirements for passing the course, but is close to satisfactory overall and has compensating strengths in some aspects. A grade of 3 is typically awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 45% - 49%. However, a grade of 3 may also be awarded to a student who either achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 50% or higher but who does not pass the must pass assessment item identified in the assessment summary. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 4 represents a satisfactory understanding of the basic learning requirements for the course, such as knowledge of fundamental concepts and performance of basic skills; demonstrates sufficient quality of performance to be considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in the course. A grade of 4 will be awarded to a student who achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 50% - 64% and obtains a passing mark for the must pass assessment item identified in the assessment summary. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 5 demonstrates ability to use and apply fundamental concepts and skills of the course, going beyond mere replication of content knowledge or skill to show understanding of key ideas, awareness of their relevance, some use of analytical skills, and some originality or insight. A grade of 5 will be awarded to a student who either achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 65% - 74% and obtains a passing mark for the must pass assessment item identified in the assessment summary. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 6 demonstrates awareness and understanding of deeper and subtler aspects of the course, such as ability to identify and debate critical issues or problems, ability to solve non-routine problems, ability to adapt and apply ideas to new situations, and ability to invent and evaluate new ideas. A grade of 6 will be awarded to a student who either achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 75% - 84% and obtains a passing mark for the must pass assessment item identified in the assessment summary. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A grade of 7 demonstrates imagination, originality or flair, based on proficiency in all the learning objectives for the course; work is interesting, surprising, exciting, challenging or erudite. A grade of 7 will be awarded to a student who either achieves a cumulative percentage for all graded assessment of 85% - 100% and obtains a passing mark for the must pass assessment item identified in the assessment summary. |
Additional course grading information
This course contains ‘must pass’ assessment items, specifically the Practical Examination and Competency for blood pressure and manual heart rate. Students must pass these assessment item to pass the course overall, i.e. even if your final percentage mark is 50% or higher, if these individual items are not passed, a student cannot achieve a grade higher than a 3.
A final percentage mark will be rounded to the nearest whole number (e.g. 64.50 and above will be rounded to 65 and 64.49 and below will be rounded down to 64.)
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
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- a record of the exact submission time of an assignment
- an originality report indicating the percentage of your work that is an exact match of existing materials within the Turnitin database.
Instructions on how to submit an assignment using Turnitin are located on the UQ Library websiteﾠSubmit your Turnitin assignment - Library Guide
Note:
When submitting, to check that you have chosen the correct file on theﾠPreview Submissionﾠpage and click on theﾠSubmit to Turnitinﾠbutton. ﾠ
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If a submission cannot be successfully completed, email a copy of the assessment task to the Course Administrator. For contact details refer to section 3 of the course profile.
ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION
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Course Code: EXMD4742
Student Name: Tim Smith
Student Number: 4xxxxxxxx
Prac Group: P01
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Recording of assessment
As per Section 7 of Assessment Procedures
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
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Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (22 Jul - 28 Jul) |
Lecture |
Week 1 Introduction Lecture: Course Overview and Introduction to scope of practice for accredited exercise physiologists. Cardiac Conditions Part 1: Cardiovascular disease definitions and epidemiology, brief review of the heart and circulation, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease and diagnostic testing, and co-morbidities and risk factors. |
Not Timetabled |
Self-directed e-learning module: Heart Foundation Six Steps to Cardiac Recovery Self-directed e-learning module and assessment. Heart Foundation: Six Steps to Cardiac Recovery (120mins). Due Thursday 8th August 2024 by 5pm. |
|
Week 2 (29 Jul - 04 Aug) |
Lecture |
Week 2 Cardiac Conditions Part 2: Clinical interventions for cardiovascular disease; Chronic Heart Failure pathophysiology and management. |
Not Timetabled |
Self-directed eLearning module: Heart Foundation Asking the Question of Origin Self-directed e-learning module and assessment. Heart Foundation: Asking the Question of Origin (40mins). Due Thursday 15th August 2024 by 5pm. |
|
Week 3 (05 Aug - 11 Aug) |
Lecture |
Week 3 Medications for cardiac and respiratory conditions (Guest Lecture by Pharmacist). Discussion of case studies to explain in plain language the purpose(s) and action (s) of prescribed medications, discussing the importance of compliance and effects on exercise responses. Cardiac Conditions Part 3: Patient Assessment for cardiovascular disease and heart failure. |
Not Timetabled |
Self-directed eLearning module: RHD Australia Introduction to ARF and RHD Self-directed e-learning module and assessment. RHD Australia: Introduction to Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) and Rhuematic Heart Disease (RHD) (45mins). Due Thursday 22nd August 2024 by 5pm. |
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Week 4 (12 Aug - 18 Aug) |
Lecture |
Week 4 Cardiac conditions Part 4: Exercise interventions for cardiovascular disease, heart failure, implantable devices (e.g. implantable cardioverter defibrillators and permanent pacemakers) Workshop - Explore and discuss case studies:
|
Multiple weeks From Week 5 To Week 7 |
Practical |
Practical Sessions Students will attend their allocated practical class (1-hour) during weeks 5, 6, and 7 to practice skills specific to cardiorespiratory conditions that will be assessed during the practical exam. |
Week 5 (19 Aug - 25 Aug) |
Lecture |
Week 5 Electrocardiography basics (Guest lecture by Adam Scott). Ability to identify and describe the basic recognition of common aberrant rhythms and waveforms and ability to outline the unit of action (e.g. continue with exercise = green flag; continue only after medical approval = amber flag; discontinue and refer = red flag). |
Week 6 (26 Aug - 01 Sep) |
Lecture |
Week 6 Cardiac Revision Lecture. Preparation, practice, and peer review for mid-semester practical exam. |
Week 7 (02 Sep - 08 Sep) |
Lecture |
Week 7 Cultural Awareness and Responsiveness (Guest lecture). Discussion of case studies. |
Week 8 (09 Sep - 15 Sep) |
Lecture |
Week 8 - In-semester Practical Exam *** No Lecture due to In-semester Practical Exam |
Multiple weeks From Week 9 To Week 11 |
Not Timetabled |
Self-directed e-learning modules: Asthma Australia Practical solutions for challenges in primary care Self-directed e-learning module and assessment. Asthma Australia Practical solutions for challenges in primary care (6 hours). Due Thursday 10th October 2024 by 5pm. |
Week 9 (16 Sep - 22 Sep) |
Lecture |
Week 9 Respiratory conditions Part 1 (Guest Lecture). Lung anatomy and obstructive conditions. Discussion: Explore case studies to describe / demonstrate how to access clinical data; interpret clinical data and measure clinical outcomes to inform clinical practice for pulmonary rehab clients. |
Week 10 (30 Sep - 06 Oct) |
Lecture |
Week 10 Respiratory conditions Part 2 (Guest Lecture). Restrictive and other pulmonary conditions. |
Week 11 (07 Oct - 13 Oct) |
Lecture |
Week 11 Respiratory Conditions Part 3 (Guest Lecture). Exercise prescription and programming for Pulmonary Rehabilitation. |
Week 13 (21 Oct - 27 Oct) |
Lecture |
Week 13 Respiratory revision lecture and preparation for final exam |
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- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
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You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
- Work Integrated Learning and Work Experience
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