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EXSS5104: Exercise and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation I

Semester 1, 2023 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

The unit focuses on the development of knowledge and skills relating to the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions encountered in Accredited Exercise Physiology practice. This includes the strategic application of the principles of exercise prescription to target specific prevention and rehabilitation goals. The unit explores the scope of practice for Exercise Physiologists in rehabilitation settings, rehabilitation tools of the AEP and their physiological basis, and principles and objectives of exercise rehabilitation programs. The unit explores the pathophysiological basis of exercise limitations across a range of lower body musculoskeletal conditions including osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and joint replacement.

Unit details and rules

Unit code EXSS5104
Academic unit Movement Sciences
Credit points 6
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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Functional anatomy and biomechanics

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Alycia Fong Yan, alycia.fongyan@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Supervised exam
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Final Exam
Final exam
40% Formal exam period 2 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Online task hurdle task Anatomy Assumed Knowledge Quiz
Quiz
0% Week 01 15 minutes
Outcomes assessed: LO2
Skills-based evaluation hurdle task Prac Exam
Practical Skills Assessment
30% Week 11 ~ 60mins concurrent with 5002
Outcomes assessed: LO2 LO3 LO4
Skills-based evaluation Exercise Management Plan
Case Study Defence
30% Week 13 40 minutes concurrent with EXSS5001
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
hurdle task = hurdle task ?

Assessment summary

  • In-class quiz: Multiple choice questions to guide revision of functional anatomy
  • Practical Exam: Select relevant assessments, demonstrate joint and movement assessments, demonstrate knowledge.
  • Case Study Defence: Design exercise managenment plan and defend the solution during an oral examination
  • Final exam: The exam will cover all material in the unit from both lectures and practical classes. The exam will have a mixture of multiple choice questions and short answer questions.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas

Assessment criteria

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Exceptional knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming

Distinction

75 - 84

High level of knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming

Credit

65 - 74

Good level of knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming

Pass

50 - 64

Basic level of knowledge in musculoskeletal conditions and their management using individualised exercise testing and programming

Fail

0 - 49

Learning outcomes of the unit are not met to a satisfactory standard. There is a risk of harm to patients with the lack of knowledge and skill demonstrated

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

The Assessment Procedures 2011 provide that any written work submitted after 11:59pm on the due date will be penalised by 5% of the maximum awardable mark for each calendar day after the due date. If the assessment is submitted more than ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded. However, a unit of study may prohibit late submission or exclude late penalties only if expressly stated below.

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WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 Unit overview; scope of AEP roles and practice; Exercise rehabilitation programming; Decision making algorithms: Mobility/Range of Motion Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2
Week 02 Decision making algorithms: control inflammation; pain Independent study (1 hr) LO1 LO2
Pain pharmacology: NSAIDS; opioids Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2
Intro to ROM Assessment Normative Data; Goniometry, Inclinometry and Visual inspection; Active vs Passive ROM and End-Feels Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Week 03 Decision making algorithms: Muscle Performance, Neuromuscular Control and functional capacity; ‘return to play’ for sporting, occupational and ADL environments; assessment and revision of functional capacity Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4
Intro to Muscle Performance and Functional Capacity Assessment Normative Data MMT, HHD, Functional Tests Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Week 04 AEP rehab tools and their evidence base: Improving Mobility: Stretching, massage, triggers, dry needles; Improving Muscle Performance and Functional Capacity; Strength training: contraction types, equipment, progressions/regressions, home-based mods Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Rehab Tools for the AEP: Improving Mobility Stretching, massage, myofascial release Improving Muscle Performance Strength training for musculoskeletal conditions PRT hierarchy, Progressions/regressions Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 Screening tools, postural analysis, functional body mechanics and movement screens; the kinetic chain; OKC vs CKC; movement quality and pathomechanics: principles of body mechanics Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Rehab Tools for the EP: Movement Analysis and Pathomechanics FMS; Postural Analysis Video Assessment and Prescription Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 06 Conditions of the Hip: Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for conditions of the hip focusing on Hamstring strain and Groin strain. Understand role of different healthcare professionals in management of these conditions. Assessment choice, selection, and interpretation, exercise prescription considerations for hip conditions including a variety of settings Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Practical: Lower Limb: Hip and Knee Hip and knee ROM and strength assessments execution and interpretation. Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3
Week 07 Conditions of the Knee: Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for conditions of the knee with a focus on ACL rupture, unhappy triad and ACL reconstruction. Understand role of different healthcare professionals in management of these conditions. Assessment choice, selection, and interpretation, exercise prescription considerations for knee in a sports setting Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Lower Limb: Hip and Knee Hip and knee ExRx exercises demonstration, modification, monitoring, feedback and considerations and program design using different equipment Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 08 Introduction; Gait analysis; Postural stability/falls Assessment choice and selection, interpretation, gait training principles, strategies to manage falls risk, exercise prescription considerations for balance and falls risk in a variety of settings Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Gait and Balance Gait Analysis; Static and Dynamic balance assessments execution and interpretation. Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 09 Conditions of the Foot and Ankle: Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for conditions of the foot and ankle focusing on ankle sprain and chronic ankle instability. Understand role of different healthcare professionals in management of these conditions. Assessment choice, selection, and interpretation, exercise prescription considerations for foot and ankle conditions including a variety of settings Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Lower Limb: Ankle Ankle ROM and strength assessments execution and interpretation. Ankle ExRx, exercises demonstration, modification, monitoring, feedback and considerations and program design using different equipment Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 10 Osteoporosis and Hip fracture Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for OP, understand role of different healthcare professionals in management of OP and hip fracture, assessment choice, selection, and interpretation, exercise prescription considerations for OP and hip fracture including the variety of methods to secure a hip fracture. Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Gait and Balance: Gait training; Falls prevention exercises demonstration, modification, monitoring, feedback and considerations and program design using different equipment Practical (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 12 Osteoarthritis Differentiate the pathological and pathophysiological bases for OA. Understand role of different healthcare professionals in management of OA. Assessment choice, selection, and interpretation, exercise prescription considerations for OA conditions in a variety of rehab and settings Lecture (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5

Attendance and class requirements

This unit is designed with a strong emphasis on practical based learning in a collegial environment. It is expected that students attend and engage with the instructor and each other. Attendance at practical classes is strongly recommended as the skills learnt and practiced during these classes are assessed in.the practical exam and case defence and are crucial clinical skills. Attendance at lectures is not compulsory, however is strongly advised as there are opportunties for active leanring.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Prescribed textbooks

Dutton’s Orthopaedic Examination, Evaluation, and Intervention, 6e. (2023). McGraw Hill Medical.

Hoogenboom BJ, Voight ML, Prentice WE. eds. Musculoskeletal Interventions: Techniques for Therapeutic Exercise, Third Edition New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 2013.

Fox, John., and Richard. Day. A Physiotherapist’s Guide to Clinical Measurement. Edinburgh: Churchill/Livingstone, 2009. Print.

 

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Demonstrate an understanding of roles and scope of practice for Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP) within multidisciplinary teams located within the Australian health framework with specific reference to musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
  • LO2. Integrate advanced knowledge and understanding of human structure, function, behaviour, and the pathophysiological bases for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions with specialist technical skills relating to musculoskeletal assessment to inform exercise management plans with an evidence-based practice approach.
  • LO3. Demonstrate professional conduct and practice in case management and clinical reporting of musculoskeletal conditions within the scope of practice of the profession and healthcare system framework, including the ability to work autonomously using ethical, culturally sensitive and professional behaviour.
  • LO4. Design, deliver and revise client-centred exercise plans that consider scientific evidence, client goals, medical history, clinical status and other influencing factors for a broad range of conditions across the Accredited Exercise Physiology (AEP) musculoskeletal pathology domain using behaviour change strategies, interpretation of information, critical analysis, synthesis of evidence, reflection and inventiveness.
  • LO5. Demonstrate an ability to compose, deliver and revise safe and effective exercise management plans that consider medications, surgical, medical and allied health interventions, safety risks and contraindications to achieve improved clinical and functional capacity for individual musculoskeletal, rehabilitation and pre-employment clients.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) - ESSA
1.2.1. Practise with integrity within the scope of practice for an AEP, the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice, and jurisdictional Codes of Conduct.
2.2.2. Examine principles of biopsychosocial care, value-based care, person-centred care and social and cultural determinants of health and apply this to promote health and well-being for individual clients and population groups.
2.2.6. Apply clinical, ethical, and evidence-based decision-making to formulate appropriate interventions and recommendations and communicate the expected outcomes.
LO2
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) - ESSA
2.2.1. Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and other determinants of health and function and apply these to inform safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for individuals and population groups throughout all stages of their life.
2.2.2. Examine principles of biopsychosocial care, value-based care, person-centred care and social and cultural determinants of health and apply this to promote health and well-being for individual clients and population groups.
2.2.4. Evaluate the effect of commonly prescribed medications, diagnostic procedures, medical, surgical, and other interventions on both resting and exercise-related physiological responses across the full health spectrum.
2.2.5. Evaluate research findings and apply exercise prescription principles to develop recommendations and interventions, including targeted exercise prescription for the purposes of optimising health status, function, recovery, independence, and participation.
2.2.6. Apply clinical, ethical, and evidence-based decision-making to formulate appropriate interventions and recommendations and communicate the expected outcomes.
3.2.1. Formulate appropriate screening processes to evaluate and stratify risk for participation in assessments and interventions, including consideration of appropriate service modalities for clients.
3.2.2. Formulate safe, effective, and culturally sensitive assessments to collect relevant information, social and cultural determinants of health, client history, and client needs, preferences, barriers, facilitators, and goals.
3.2.3. Formulate appropriate assessments and outcome measures relevant to treatment and client goals, and evaluate health status, function, capacity, and progress, to inform clinical reasoning and to monitor the delivery and outcomes of interventions.
3.2.4. Distinguish, record, report, and appropriately action changing risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms that may arise before, during, and after assessments and interventions.
3.2.5. Evaluate and record assessment outcomes in a timely and accurate manner to inform practice and communicate outcomes and relevance to goals effectively to clients and relevant others.
3.2.7. Distinguish when client needs are outside of scope or competence and take appropriate, timely actions including engaging effectively with other professionals.
3.2.8. Choose and use relevant technology and equipment efficiently, effectively, and safely.
LO3
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) - ESSA
1.2.1. Practise with integrity within the scope of practice for an AEP, the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice, and jurisdictional Codes of Conduct.
1.2.2. Practise in accordance with ethically relevant legislation, regulations, and standards that apply to AEPs including privacy, confidentiality, data security, informed consent, and record-keeping.
1.2.3. Differentiate and select verbal and non-verbal communication strategies that are contextually appropriate, timely, accessible, and respectful to clients, population groups, and relevant others.
3.2.2. Formulate safe, effective, and culturally sensitive assessments to collect relevant information, social and cultural determinants of health, client history, and client needs, preferences, barriers, facilitators, and goals.
3.2.3. Formulate appropriate assessments and outcome measures relevant to treatment and client goals, and evaluate health status, function, capacity, and progress, to inform clinical reasoning and to monitor the delivery and outcomes of interventions.
3.2.7. Distinguish when client needs are outside of scope or competence and take appropriate, timely actions including engaging effectively with other professionals.
4.2.1. Formulate evidence-based exercise prescription, interventions, and recommendations that address health and treatment related client needs, preferences, goals, and abilities, assessment findings, and social and cultural determinants of health.
4.2.7. Communicate effectively and respectfully with clients and relevant others about progress and outcomes of interventions, including appropriate reporting.
LO4
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) - ESSA
1.2.1. Practise with integrity within the scope of practice for an AEP, the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice, and jurisdictional Codes of Conduct.
1.2.3. Differentiate and select verbal and non-verbal communication strategies that are contextually appropriate, timely, accessible, and respectful to clients, population groups, and relevant others.
2.2.1. Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and other determinants of health and function and apply these to inform safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for individuals and population groups throughout all stages of their life.
2.2.2. Examine principles of biopsychosocial care, value-based care, person-centred care and social and cultural determinants of health and apply this to promote health and well-being for individual clients and population groups.
2.2.4. Evaluate the effect of commonly prescribed medications, diagnostic procedures, medical, surgical, and other interventions on both resting and exercise-related physiological responses across the full health spectrum.
2.2.5. Evaluate research findings and apply exercise prescription principles to develop recommendations and interventions, including targeted exercise prescription for the purposes of optimising health status, function, recovery, independence, and participation.
2.2.6. Apply clinical, ethical, and evidence-based decision-making to formulate appropriate interventions and recommendations and communicate the expected outcomes.
4.2.1. Formulate evidence-based exercise prescription, interventions, and recommendations that address health and treatment related client needs, preferences, goals, and abilities, assessment findings, and social and cultural determinants of health.
4.2.2. Design, prescribe, deliver, and monitor safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for clients with complex presentations, including those with acute and chronic health conditions and multiple comorbidities.
4.2.3. Formulate and apply strategies to manage risks, evaluate progress, and adapt recommendations and interventions in partnership with clients based on needs and measured outcomes.
4.2.4. Create and apply inclusive, respectful, and effective communication strategies to educate and engage clients in informed decision-making about purpose, benefits, risks, options, and costs for proposed interventions, expected outcomes, and strategies for future prevention.
4.2.7. Communicate effectively and respectfully with clients and relevant others about progress and outcomes of interventions, including appropriate reporting.
LO5
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) - ESSA
1.2.1. Practise with integrity within the scope of practice for an AEP, the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice, and jurisdictional Codes of Conduct.
2.2.1. Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and other determinants of health and function and apply these to inform safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for individuals and population groups throughout all stages of their life.
2.2.2. Examine principles of biopsychosocial care, value-based care, person-centred care and social and cultural determinants of health and apply this to promote health and well-being for individual clients and population groups.
2.2.4. Evaluate the effect of commonly prescribed medications, diagnostic procedures, medical, surgical, and other interventions on both resting and exercise-related physiological responses across the full health spectrum.
2.2.5. Evaluate research findings and apply exercise prescription principles to develop recommendations and interventions, including targeted exercise prescription for the purposes of optimising health status, function, recovery, independence, and participation.
2.2.6. Apply clinical, ethical, and evidence-based decision-making to formulate appropriate interventions and recommendations and communicate the expected outcomes.
3.2.5. Evaluate and record assessment outcomes in a timely and accurate manner to inform practice and communicate outcomes and relevance to goals effectively to clients and relevant others.
3.2.7. Distinguish when client needs are outside of scope or competence and take appropriate, timely actions including engaging effectively with other professionals.
3.2.8. Choose and use relevant technology and equipment efficiently, effectively, and safely.
4.2.1. Formulate evidence-based exercise prescription, interventions, and recommendations that address health and treatment related client needs, preferences, goals, and abilities, assessment findings, and social and cultural determinants of health.
4.2.2. Design, prescribe, deliver, and monitor safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for clients with complex presentations, including those with acute and chronic health conditions and multiple comorbidities.
4.2.3. Formulate and apply strategies to manage risks, evaluate progress, and adapt recommendations and interventions in partnership with clients based on needs and measured outcomes.
4.2.4. Create and apply inclusive, respectful, and effective communication strategies to educate and engage clients in informed decision-making about purpose, benefits, risks, options, and costs for proposed interventions, expected outcomes, and strategies for future prevention.
4.2.7. Communicate effectively and respectfully with clients and relevant others about progress and outcomes of interventions, including appropriate reporting.
Accredited Exercise Physiologist Professional Standards (2023) -
Competency code Taught, Practiced or Assessed Competency standard
1.2.1 A P T Practise with integrity within the scope of practice for an AEP, the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice, and jurisdictional Codes of Conduct.
1.2.2 P A T Practise in accordance with ethically relevant legislation, regulations, and standards that apply to AEPs including privacy, confidentiality, data security, informed consent, and record-keeping.
1.2.3 A T P Differentiate and select verbal and non-verbal communication strategies that are contextually appropriate, timely, accessible, and respectful to clients, population groups, and relevant others.
2.2.1 A T P Integrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and other determinants of health and function and apply these to inform safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for individuals and population groups throughout all stages of their life.
2.2.2 A T Examine principles of biopsychosocial care, value-based care, person-centred care and social and cultural determinants of health and apply this to promote health and well-being for individual clients and population groups.
2.2.4 A T Evaluate the effect of commonly prescribed medications, diagnostic procedures, medical, surgical, and other interventions on both resting and exercise-related physiological responses across the full health spectrum.
2.2.5 A T Evaluate research findings and apply exercise prescription principles to develop recommendations and interventions, including targeted exercise prescription for the purposes of optimising health status, function, recovery, independence, and participation.
2.2.6 A T P Apply clinical, ethical, and evidence-based decision-making to formulate appropriate interventions and recommendations and communicate the expected outcomes.
3.2.1 P A T Formulate appropriate screening processes to evaluate and stratify risk for participation in assessments and interventions, including consideration of appropriate service modalities for clients.
3.2.2 P A T Formulate safe, effective, and culturally sensitive assessments to collect relevant information, social and cultural determinants of health, client history, and client needs, preferences, barriers, facilitators, and goals.
3.2.3 P A T Formulate appropriate assessments and outcome measures relevant to treatment and client goals, and evaluate health status, function, capacity, and progress, to inform clinical reasoning and to monitor the delivery and outcomes of interventions.
3.2.4 A P T Distinguish, record, report, and appropriately action changing risk factors and adverse signs and symptoms that may arise before, during, and after assessments and interventions.
3.2.5 P A T Evaluate and record assessment outcomes in a timely and accurate manner to inform practice and communicate outcomes and relevance to goals effectively to clients and relevant others.
3.2.7 A T P Distinguish when client needs are outside of scope or competence and take appropriate, timely actions including engaging effectively with other professionals.
3.2.8 A P T Choose and use relevant technology and equipment efficiently, effectively, and safely.
4.2.1 A T P Formulate evidence-based exercise prescription, interventions, and recommendations that address health and treatment related client needs, preferences, goals, and abilities, assessment findings, and social and cultural determinants of health.
4.2.2 A T P Design, prescribe, deliver, and monitor safe and effective movement, physical activity, and exercise-based interventions for clients with complex presentations, including those with acute and chronic health conditions and multiple comorbidities.
4.2.3 A T P Formulate and apply strategies to manage risks, evaluate progress, and adapt recommendations and interventions in partnership with clients based on needs and measured outcomes.
4.2.4 A T P Create and apply inclusive, respectful, and effective communication strategies to educate and engage clients in informed decision-making about purpose, benefits, risks, options, and costs for proposed interventions, expected outcomes, and strategies for future prevention.
4.2.7 A T P Communicate effectively and respectfully with clients and relevant others about progress and outcomes of interventions, including appropriate reporting.

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Minor changes have been made to this unit to accommodate venue changes in the timetabling this year. Slight adjustments to content delivery have been considered in response to student feedback

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