Epidemiology, anatomical and physiological concepts of urinary and faecal continence and incontinence. Diagnostic tests.
This is one of two papers comprising the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences endorsed in Continence Management. The paper is aimed to upskill nurses and physiotherapists to be able to independently assess and manage patients with urinary and faecal incontinence.
| Paper title | Pathophysiology of Incontinence |
|---|---|
| Paper code | CTMG401 |
| Subject | Continence Management |
| EFTS | 0.2500 |
| Points | 30 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2018 |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $2,746.50 |
| International Tuition Fees (NZD) | $9,490.00 |
- Restriction
- CTMX 401
- Limited to
- MHealSc, PGCertHealSc, PGDipHealSc
- Eligibility
- Suitable for registered nurses and physiotherapists who are currently working in a field that involves some aspects of continence management.
- Contact
- ruth.helms@otago.ac.nz
- More information link
- Teaching staff
- Convenor: Dr Sharon English
- Paper Structure
- The paper is designed to teach the principles of anatomy and physiology pertaining to the bladder and bowel, including neuroanatomy. It will cover pharmacology relevant to continence management and principles of history taking and relevant symptomology.
- Teaching Arrangements
- The paper is taught via two 4-day compulsory block courses in Christchurch in March and June, four evening audioconferences, and the use of an interactive web-based tool (Moodle).
- Textbooks
- Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Course outline
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Lifelong learning, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding,
Ethics.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will have a good knowledge of the principles of anatomy and physiology pertaining to the bladder and bowel and the ability to manage patients with urinary and faecal incontinence.
Assessment
| Clinical assignments |
| Performance at block course |
| Oral exams |
Further Information
Enquiries regarding course content and teaching days:
Sharon English
Email sharon@urology.co.nz
Enquiries regarding admission and enrolment for this paper should be directed to
Ruth Helms
Manager, Academic Programmes
University of Otago, Christchurch
PO Box 4345, Christchurch, New Zealand
Tel 64 3 364 0527
Email ruth.helms@otago.ac.nz
