Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Master) (with Thesis) (English) Preview
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

PHYS5030

Course Name:

Geriatric Rehabilitation

Semester:

Fall
Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

English

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Departmental Elective

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator:

Öğr. Gör. KÜBRA KARDEŞ

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr. Ögr. Üyesi Nurgül Dürüstkan Elbaş

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	Explaining the physiological changes occur associated with aging, providing the comprehension of the applications about the required evaluation and exercise programs for the healthy & disabled elderly, arousing the awareness about healthy aging and quality of life.
Course Content:	Physiological changes that occur along with the progression of age and the necessary exercise and environmental regulation programs for healthy and disabled elderly people for healthy aging.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Description about Gerontology, Geriatrics and Aging
1) Describing clinical properties observed in healthy & sick geriatric patients and associating them with appropriate approach of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Obtaining information about the physiological responses of geriatric patients in case of various diseases. Gaining experiences about the evaluation of geriatric patients and about defining & understanding the problems of these patients. Planning and applying the appropriate treatment approach. Gaining skills of multidisciplinary collaboration with other healthcare staff providing elderly healthcare in case of various diseases seen in geriatrics.
2) Physiological changes in aging
3) Physiological changes in locomotor system due to aging- Project planning
4) Physiological changes in nervous system due to aging- Project planning
5) Physiological changes in cardiopulmonary system due to aging- Project planning
6) Sensory-Perception-Motor changes due to aging
7) Midterm exam
8) Functional assessment methods and falling
9) The importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in geriatrics
10) Exercise programs available for the elderly
11) Healthy aging and quality of life
12) Working fields related to physiotherapy profession
13) Project presentation
14) Final exam

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Gerontoloji, Geriatri Ve Yaşlanma ile ilgili tanımlar
2)	Physiological changes in aging
3)	Physiological changes in locomotor system due to aging- Project planning
4)	Physiological changes in nervous system due to aging- Project planning
5)	Physiological changes in cardiopulmonary system due to aging- Project planning
6)	Sensory-Perception-Motor changes due to aging
7)	Midterm
8)	Functional assessment methods and falling
9)	The importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in geriatrics
10)	Exercise programs available for the elderly
11)	Healthy aging and quality of life
12)	Working fields related to physiotherapy profession
13)	Project presentation
14)	Fınal exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

1.Abrams, William B.; Beers, Mark H.; Berkow, Robert. "The Merck manual of geriatrics", Whitehouse Station, 1995
2.Cassel, Christine; Riesenberg, Donald E.; Sorensen, Leif B.; Walsh, John R. "Geriatric medicine". NewYork, 1990
3.Ferri, Fred F.; Fretwell, Marsha D. "Practical guide to the care of the geriatric patient", St. Louis,1992
4.Squires, Amanda J. "Rehabilitation of the older patient: A handbook for the multidisciplinary team."NewYork, 1988.
5.Rossman, Isadore. "Clinical geriatrics", Philadelphia, 1986.

References:

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12	13	14
Program Outcomes
1) She/He has up-to-date reliable and evidence-based knowledge on Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
2) She has the knowledge to apply evaluation and treatment methods in the field of physiotherapy, which she will specialize in.
3) She/he has sufficient knowledge about the legislation related to physiotherapy practices.
4) Makes evaluation and treatment program planning for individuals who require physiotherapy and rehabilitation by using the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field.
5) It directs professional evaluation, treatment and practices according to technological developments and health policies.
6) Analyzes problems and reflects them into practice by using field-specific knowledge and skills.
7) She/he works independently and takes responsibility by using her knowledge in the field of physiotherapy.
8) Conducts research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, plans and manages project design and execution.
9) Develops new ideas in the field of physiotherapy and evaluates information sources with a critical approach.
10) Adopts lifelong learning and uses professional knowledge effectively and sets learning goals.
11) Expresses herself/himself effectively by using communication technologies by following resources on physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
12) Follows current developments in the field of health and communicates in interdisciplinary cooperation with a sense of social responsibility.
13) It acts in accordance with the legislation and professional ethical rules in cooperation with the relevant disciplines, taking into account the duties, rights and responsibilities in the physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices in which it is specialized.
14) It applies professional integrity and responsibility for the well-being of the individual, providing safety at every stage and creating the right model.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	She/He has up-to-date reliable and evidence-based knowledge on Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.	2
2)	She has the knowledge to apply evaluation and treatment methods in the field of physiotherapy, which she will specialize in.	3
3)	She/he has sufficient knowledge about the legislation related to physiotherapy practices.	2
4)	Makes evaluation and treatment program planning for individuals who require physiotherapy and rehabilitation by using the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field.	3
5)	It directs professional evaluation, treatment and practices according to technological developments and health policies.	1
6)	Analyzes problems and reflects them into practice by using field-specific knowledge and skills.	3
7)	She/he works independently and takes responsibility by using her knowledge in the field of physiotherapy.	2
8)	Conducts research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, plans and manages project design and execution.	3
9)	Develops new ideas in the field of physiotherapy and evaluates information sources with a critical approach.	2
10)	Adopts lifelong learning and uses professional knowledge effectively and sets learning goals.	2
11)	Expresses herself/himself effectively by using communication technologies by following resources on physiotherapy and rehabilitation.	2
12)	Follows current developments in the field of health and communicates in interdisciplinary cooperation with a sense of social responsibility.	2
13)	It acts in accordance with the legislation and professional ethical rules in cooperation with the relevant disciplines, taking into account the duties, rights and responsibilities in the physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices in which it is specialized.	1
14)	It applies professional integrity and responsibility for the well-being of the individual, providing safety at every stage and creating the right model.	1

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 50
Final	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	16	46
Study Hours Out of Class	15	60
Midterms	1	1
Final	1	1
Total Workload		108