Study Guide

Objectives

The course introduces the specific characteristics and rehabilitation of the adult neurological client.

On completion of the course, the student will

• knows the mechanisms and pathophysiology of the most typical neurological diseases,
• knows how to assess the mobility and functional capacity of a neurological patient and knows the principles of neurological physiotherapy,
• be able to guide the patient and justify the choices made
• base his/her activities on research and best practice
• can use the principles of the ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) and GAS (Goal Attainment Scaling) in their work
• can use reflective practice and clinical reasoning
• acts in accordance with general and professional ethical principles in all aspects of his/her work
• recognise the limits of his/her professional competence in a multidisciplinary team
• understand the importance of continuous learning

Content

• neurological physiotherapy
• pharmacology related to neurology
• examination of the mobility and functional capacity of a neurological rehabilitation patient
• guiding the neurological rehabilitation patient in relearning motor skills
• ICF classification and GAS goals

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
• can identify and define the main aspects of physiotherapy for neurological rehabilitation, its phenomena and basic concepts, but find it difficult to actively structure the information
• is poorly prepared for learning situations
• participates in goal-oriented group activities but does not take responsibility for the development of group activities
• only partially identifies his/her interaction skills and describes his/her professional competence
• performs exercises with partial support and guidance
• acts mechanically and routinely, with little justification for his/her actions
• prepares for tasks in a limited way
• examines and evaluates his/her skills mechanically, from his/her own point of view

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Student
• can use previously learned, new research knowledge and best practices in the field of physiotherapy for neurological rehabilitation
• articulate the links between knowledge, phenomena and concepts related to neurological physiotherapy
• can use previously learned, new research knowledge and best practice in the field of physiotherapy for neurological rehabilitation
• prepare for learning situations carefully and systematically
• demonstrate the ability to develop their interpersonal skills
• can work in a responsible and cooperative manner, taking into account other members of the team
• take responsibility for their own and the group's learning
• is able to apply what he/she has learned appropriately to the situation and justifies his/her actions mainly on the basis of his/her existing knowledge base
• practises actively and is able to make use of guidance
• reviews and evaluates his/her own knowledge in a structured way

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student
• can combine previously learned and new research knowledge and best practices in a flexible, creative and appropriate way in the areas of neurological physiotherapy
• collaborates responsibly, flexibly and constructively
• understands the limits of his/her own physiotherapeutic competence in multidisciplinary cooperation
• is able to apply new knowledge and integrate what he/she has learned with the skills he/she is learning
• is able to justify his/her actions in a variety of ways based on clinical reasoning
• practises actively and independently and demonstrates professional competence
• be able to evaluate his/her practice and learning
• examine, evaluate and develop his/her own and other students' knowledge in a broad and creative way

Assessment criteria, pass/fail

Evaluation criteria, fail

Student
• there is a clear lack of basic knowledge and skills and incorrect application of knowledge.
• fails to prepare for situations and does not make use of feedback received
• avoids active participation in learning situations
• withdraws, selects or neglects tasks and practice in lessons