Outline

Overview

This unit of study will focus on medicines available over the counter (OTC) or prescribed for therapeutic use in a number of common disorders including those that affect the neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological systems. The pharmaceutical sciences that underpin such drug therapies will be covered. This unit will also include the epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical features of these disorders. Through the use of case-based learning, students will participate in the interpretation, application and dissemination of pharmaceutical and pharmacotherapeutic concepts and knowledge. On completion of this unit of study, students will be able to apply an understanding of the pharmaceutical sciences to optimise the drug and non-drug therapy of patients with these disorders. Interprofessional communication, the application of specialist knowledge and implementing pharmacist cognitive services such as clinical interventions and/or medication management review will also be explored. Students will become familiar with drug information databases. Role-plays will help students to develop the language and non-verbal skills pharmacists need to communicate effectively with patients, carers, doctors and other healthcare professionals. This unit of study complements the practical experiences undertaken during experiential placements.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	PHAR5717
Academic unit	Pharmacy
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	3 credit points of Calculus, 6 credit points of Biochemistry, 12 credit points of Chemistry
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Maya Saba, m.saba@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Daisy Cheung, daisy.cheung@sydney.edu.au
	Tina Ung, tina.ung@sydney.edu.au
	Simmie Chung, simmie.chung@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Supervised exam ?	Final exam MCQ and Short answer	50%	Formal exam period	2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Oral exam ?	Oral exam Oral exam	30%	Formal exam period	20 minutes (oral)
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Workshop participation and prework Pre-work, Participation, Professionalism	5%	Multiple weeks	3 hours fortnightly
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	RPA Grand Rounds Self-Reflection	15%	Week 11 Due date: 22 Oct 2023 at 23:59	500 words, 2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
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Assessment summary

Workshop participation and prework: This assessment will involve observations about level of participation, engagement and professional behaviour demonstrated by students during the workshops and prework submissions. There are 5 compulsory workshops scheduled in total.
RPA grand rounds: Students will be required to attend one grand round face to face at RPA. Students will then be required to write a reflective statement that should be uploaded to the assignment portal on Canvas by Sunday, October 22nd at 11:59pm (end of week 11).
Oral exam: During the workshops, students would have learnt about clinical and therapeutic decision making which requires a systematic process incorporating information gathering, information processing, knowledge application and finally information delivery. The oral exam will test these skills in a practical sense. The oral exam scenarios are based on the unit content materials. You must obtain a mark of at least 50% to pass this assessment and to satisfy the requirements for this unit of study. If you do not pass this assessment the maximum final grade you can obtain will be 45 FA, regardless of the total raw mark you obtain for the unit of study. Please note: If you fail the first sitting, your supplementary oral exam will be scheduled in the RE1 period. If you pass the supplementary oral exam, the maximum mark you can receive is 50% for this assessment.
Final exam: The final exam will consist of multiple-choice questions and short answer questions and will include all content covered in lectures, workshops and workshop prework. You must obtain a grade of ‘Pass’ in this assessment to satisfy the requirements for this unit of study. If you do not pass this assessment the maximum final grade you can obtain will be 45 FA, regardless of the total raw mark you obtain for the unit of study.
Repeating students: Exemption from all components for students repeating PHAR5717 will not be granted.
Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	At HD level, a student demonstrates an aptitude for the subject and a well-developed understanding of the unit material. A ‘High Distinction’ reflects exceptional achievement and is awarded to students who demonstrate the ability to apply their subject knowledge and understanding to produce original solutions for novel or highly complex problems and/or comprehensive critical discussions of theoretical concepts.
Distinction	75 - 84	At DI level, a student demonstrates an aptitude for the subject and a well-developed understanding of the units material. A ‘Distinction’ reflects excellent achievement and is awarded to a student who demonstrates an ability to apply their subject knowledge and understanding of the subject to produce good solutions for challenging problems and/or a reasonably well-developed critical analysis of theoretical concepts.
Credit	65 - 74	At CR level, a student demonstrates a good command and knowledge of the unit material. A ‘Credit’ reflects solid achievement and is awarded to a student who has a broad general understanding of the units material and can solve routine problems and/ or identify and superficially discuss theoretical concepts.
Pass	50 - 64	At PS level, a student demonstrates proficiency in the material. A ‘Pass’ reflects satisfactory adequately referencing the original source of the work.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

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.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Multiple weeks	Complementary Medicine in Pain, Inflammation, Women's Health and Hypertension	Lecture (6 hr)
Ongoing	Self-directed independent study	Independent study (60 hr)
Week 01	Medication Review Clinical Interventions	Lecture (2 hr)
	Neurology-Acute and Persistent Pain	Lecture (3 hr)
	Medication Review Processes	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 03	Neurology-Acute and Persistent Pain	Lecture (4 hr)
	Rheumatology-Osteoarthritis, Gout and Hyperuricemia	Lecture (2 hr)
	Pain and Headache	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 05	Women's Health-Menstrual Disorders, Contraception, Menopause and Infertility	Lecture (5 hr)
Week 05	Rheumatology	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 07	Women's Health-Perinatal Healthcare	Lecture (2 hr)
	Dermatology-Sunscreens	Lecture (1 hr)
	Women's Health	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 09	Women's Health-MotherSafe Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation	Lecture (2 hr)
	Cardiovascular-Hypertension and Diuretics	Lecture (2 hr)
	Practice Oral Exam (with PHAR5716)	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 11	Cardiovascular-Hypertension, ACE and Angiotensin Blockers and Antilipidemics	Lecture (4 hr)
Week 11	Cardiovascular	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 13	Women's Health-Infant Nutrition	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 13	Dermatology-Eczema, Acne, Skin Infections and Wound Care	Lecture (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: In accordance with the Master of Pharmacy Course resolutions on Attendance Requirements, students must attend a minimum of 85% workshops (7 of 8 compulsory workshops) and the compulsory allocated grand round to satisfy attendance requirements for this unit of study.

For more information see:

https://www.sydney.edu.au/handbooks/medicine_health_PG/coursework_pz/pharmacy.shtml

If a compulsory workshop is missed due to illness or misadventure, students are to submit a special consideration application along with supporting documentation.

Students arriving more than 10 minutes after the commencement of the workshop will be marked as absent. Students swapping a class without prior approval from the unit of study coordinators will be marked as absent.

Grand rounds: Attendance at the timetabled session of grand rounds is a compulsory requirement for the semester and if the student is absent due to illness or misadventure they will be required to submit a special consideration application.

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.

Learning outcomes

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.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

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

LO1. maximise patient safety through quality use of medicines and minimise and manage medicine error
LO2. outline physiology and pathophysiology associated with disease states of the neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological systems
LO3. demonstrate a working understanding of fundamental concepts and techniques of chemistry necessary for understanding drug delivery, drug action and therapeutics in neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological systems
LO4. demonstrate an understanding of the pharmacological mechanisms of action and the properties drugs display as biologically active molecules in neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological systems
LO5. demonstrate an understanding of pharmaceutical factors impacting on therapeutic efficacy in neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological systems
LO6. apply an understanding of basic and applied sciences to the management and solution of pharmaceutical and clinical problems including the metabolism and enzymic degradation of drugs in neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological systems
LO7. empathise and communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and other health care professionals in the context of managing neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological conditions
LO8. apply a systematic reasoning process to address a range of health and drug-related problems that present in pharmacy relating to neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological conditions
LO9. demonstrate an understanding of the role of complementary medicines in neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological conditions
LO10. provide over the counter products and prescription medicines using endorsed professional protocols and with appropriate counselling and advice for neurological, musculoskeletal, reproductive, cardiovascular and dermatological conditions
LO11. learn independently, apply systematic reasoning processes, engage in continuous reflection and take responsibility for personal and professional development

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
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

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

This unit of study has been improved based on student and staff feedback from previous years.

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Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

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PHAR5717: Integrated Primary Healthcare 2

Semester 2, 2023 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

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