Course Title: Analyse and respond to client health information

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2025

Course Code: NURS5359C

Course Title: Analyse and respond to client health information

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5426 - Diploma of Remedial Massage

Course Contact: Toby Glennon

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0320

Course Contact Email: toby.glennon@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Nicola Guy

Email: nicola.guy@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

There are no pre-requisites for this unit

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse client health information and then to plan appropriate health services within scope of own role. It requires an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

 

This unit applies to individuals who plan and provide services with some level of autonomy. Some disciplines will require a state/territory regulatory determination regarding delegation and supervision.

 

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information

Element:

1. Assess client health status

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Analyse client health information in relation to planning services and in line with organisation requirements

1.2 Recognise normal readings on the findings of available tests, observations and physical assessments that assist in determining health status

1.3 Identify pathophysiologies, or changing pathologies, through observation, physical assessment and analysis of other available information

1.4 Identify the likely impact of specific interventions

Element:

2. Plan action to address identified health status

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Apply detailed understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of disease to a problem solving approach to service planning.

2.2 Consider and note implications of any contra-indications in relation to health assessment findings.

2.3 Document action plan in accordance with organisation policies and procedures.

Learning Outcomes


Please refer to the Elements of Competency above


Details of Learning Activities

You must bring the following to each class: 

  • Laptop or tablet and charger or
  • pen and paper

To assist you with your course learning and understanding, classes may incorporate some of the following: 

  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures 
  • analysis/critique of relevant reading material 
  • design activities or projects 
  • group projects 
  • peer learning 
  • design activities or projects 
  • group projects 
  • peer learning 
  • WIL Placement and Student Clinic 

In this course your knowledge and skills will be applied and assessed in a workplace context, RMIT Student Clinic, and a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement. 

 

 


Teaching Schedule

Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources. 

WEEK TOPICS ASSESSMENTS
1

Introduction to Unit

Unit Assessments

Foundations of Anatomy, Physiology, and Health Analysis for Remedial Massage Therapy

Levels of structural organisation in the body

Homeostasis and its relevance to muscle function

Cellular function, metabolism, and adaptations

Basic chemistry (pH, osmosis, and its relation to tissue health)

Anatomical and medical terminology

  
2

Role responsibilities for Health Care Teams

Health Analysis for Remedial Massage Therapy

Biological, environmental and traumatic effects on body systems

Address identified health status

Pharmacological process and drug actions, indications and contraindications

Pathophysiology, variations, impact & signs/symptoms of common conditions - Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems in Remedial Massage Therapy

  
3

Pathophysiology, variations, impact & signs/symptoms of common conditions - Nervous System and Special Senses in Remedial Massage Therapy

  
4

Pathophysiology, variations, impact & signs/symptoms of common conditions - Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems in Remedial Massage Therapy

  
5

Pathophysiology, variations, impact & signs/symptoms of common conditions - Reproductive, Immune, and Lymphatic Systems in Remedial Massage Therapy

  
6

Pathophysiology, variations, impact & signs/symptoms of common conditions - Digestive, Endocrine, and Urinary Systems in Remedial Massage Therapy

 Due Tuesday 19th March 2025: Assessment Task One - Online Knowledge Quiz conducted in class
16

Assessment Task Two: Weekly Student Clinic 

Assessment Task Two: Work Integrated Placement (WIL)

 

AT2 - Due End of Semester

Due Friday 6th June 2025: Assessment Task Two: Practical observation - Six (6) Client Conditions with six different conditions


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

To assist you with your learning, RMIT University will provide access to free Campus Wi Fi and internet, access to Canvas LMS. RMIT also has available free access to computers and study spaces: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/about-and-contacts/computers-and-study-spaces

 

To provide you with Industry experience you will attend the RMIT Student Clinic weekly. This Clinic will be Supervised and has clients from both inside and outside of RMIT attend. You will also attend a Work Integrated Placement (WIL) during Semester.  

 

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through: 


Overview of Assessment

Assessments may include any of the below :

  • Case studies
  • Quizzes
  • Knowledge assessment
  • Portfolio assessment
  • Role play
  • Clinical logbook 
  • Practical assessments


Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.  

To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task. 

 

Every task must be completed satisfactorily for competence to be achieved. Unless otherwise advised you must submit all work via the RMIT issued assessment tool which is located in Canvas for you to populate.

 

Resubmissions are at the discretion of the teacher and/or coordinator. Please see below statement under Resubmission


You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due dates

  • Assessment Task 1: Online Knowledge Quiz: Due Date: Wednesday 19th March 2025
    • Assessor feedback will be written in the assessment comments section in Canvas, ten (10) days from the due date.
    • Assessment marking criteria can be found in the student assessment tool in Canvas
  • Assessment Task 2: Practical - Treat 6x different clients with 6x different conditions. Due date: Friday 6th June 2025
    • Assessor feedback will be written directly into the student assessment tool during each practical observation.
    • Assessment will be conducted during Student Clinic and WIL Placement
    • Students must wear the RMIT Student Clinic Uniform
    • Assessor feedback will be written in the assessment comments section in Canvas, ten (10) days from the due date.
    • Assessment marking criteria can be found in the student assessment tool in Canvas

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: 

CA: Competency Achieved 
NYC: Not Yet Competent 
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment 

 

Resubmissions

 You will be given two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. If a student does not submit an assessment on the first date provided however submits on the resubmission date this submission will be the only attempt allowed.

 

A third (3rd) attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic. Resubmissions beyond two (2) attempts are at the discretion of the Program Coordinator and Program Manager after a 

conversation is had by the teacher, Program Coordinator and Program Manager. A 3rd attempt consideration will take into account class attendance( 80-100% requirement), interaction within class and communication with the class teacher.




Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.  

Other Information

Attendance:

 Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises.  

 

It is strongly advised and expected that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. 

 

If you attend late to a lab/clinic/practical teaching session you must wait to be allowed entrance to the lab/clinic as this can pose a WHS issue, especially if specialised equipment is being used and demonstrated. Teachers are permitted to not allow you to use equipment if formal training has been missed, if this happens you must request a meeting with the teacher and program coordinator to discuss moving forward.

 

If you miss an assessment or assessable practical class you need to apply for special consideration. The special consideration department will ask you to provide a medical certificate or give other evidence to support your request. Once Special consideration has been applied for the students will wait for the results and then contact their teacher on the outcome of the result

 

Information about your studies: 

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.  https://www.rmit.edu.au/students 

 

Extensions of time for submission of assessable work:

If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension of up to seven (7) calendar days in writing (email) to your teacher and Program Coordinator one working day BEFORE the due date. Please provide evidence  and /or valid reasonings why you were unable to complete the submission on time within this email. Extensions cannot be guaranteed if evidence or valid reasons are not given. Eligibility criteria for application and the form is available from the  link: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration.

Special consideration:

If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:  

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity 

 

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit 

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