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The subject is taught in both Catalan and Spanish.
RAE3 - You will identify the psychological and social aspects in the physiotherapist-patient relationship, including the result in the state of health or illness of people, families and the community.
RAE6 - You will analyze the anatomical structures and the physiological changes that occur in people as a result of the interventions of the physiotherapy professional, in their application in the specific subjects.
RAE7 - You will be able to recognize life-threatening situations by performing basic support maneuvers in the practical seminars and simulation.
RAE11 - You will identify the evaluation concepts, the foundations and the theoretical bases in the development of physiotherapeutic methods and procedures by applying them in the scientific and professional fields.
RAE17 - You will be able to identify the patient/user situation through a diagnosis of physiotherapy care, planning the interventions, and evaluating their effectiveness in a cooperative work environment with other professionals in health sciences.
RAE18 - You will apply the specific methods and techniques related to the locomotor system (including manual therapies, joint manipulative therapies, therapeutic exercise) to neurological processes, the respiratory system, the cardiocirculatory system and alterations of static and dynamics in the practical seminars.
Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy is one of the branches within physiotherapy that, through the application of different therapeutic agents, is responsible for the prevention, stabilization and treatment of conditions that affect the respiratory and cardiac system, contributing to improving the quality of life and the functionality of individuals. This discipline occupies a central place within physiotherapy and has a crucial relevance for the health and well-being of society.
In this subject, students will have to deepen their knowledge of respiratory physiology as a basis for understanding the operation of the treatment techniques used in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy as well as to be able to know the mechanisms involved in the pathophysiology of the different respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Specific assessment and intervention techniques and methods will be addressed along with prevention and health promotion strategies.
Having a high practical content, students will have the opportunity to learn the basic skills to assess, diagnose and treat a patient with respiratory pathology. Through the study of clinical cases and real situations, the ability to address clinical challenges with a critical approach and based on scientific evidence will be developed.
The distribution of the theoretical and/or practical content of the subject can be consulted in the schedule and sections of the corresponding virtual classroom before it starts.
This subject aims to introduce the gender perspective in its content and development. In addition, the objectives are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda of the United Nations.
The classroom (physical or virtual) is a safe space, free of sexist, racist, homophobic, transphobic and discriminatory attitudes, either towards students or towards teachers. We trust that together we can create a safe space where we can make mistakes and learn without having to suffer prejudice from others.
BLOCK 1: Respiratory anatomy and physiology
BLOCK 2: Assessment and diagnosis in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy.
BLOCK 3: Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy techniques.
BLOCK 4: Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy in the critically ill patient
BLOCK 5: Respiratory physiotherapy in the pediatric patient.
BLOCK 6: Clinical reasoning in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy.
This subject may consider the following indicators detailed in the table in its assessment proposal:
Assessment systems |
Evaluation system |
Minimum weighting |
Maximum weighting |
SE1. Electronic portfolio |
10% |
40% |
|
SE2. Oral presentation |
20% |
50% |
|
SE3. Exam |
30% |
60% |
|
SE4. self-evaluation |
5% |
30% |
|
SE5. Peer assessment (2P2) or co-assessment |
5% |
30% |
A system of quantitative (from 0 to 10) and qualitative (suspended, approved, notable, excellent, honorary registration) is used according to RD 1125/2003.
To pass the subject, it is necessary to obtain a grade equal to or higher than 5 in both exams.
In order to pass the subject, a mandatory minimum of 80% of the practical classes will be required. In the case of not complying with the mandatory percentage of the practices, it will be considered as a "not presented".
The subjects will have evaluation and recovery activities in accordance with the teaching guide and the subject's learning plan, published in their virtual classroom and which will establish the necessary requirements to be able to participate.
In accordance with current UPF regulations, all students who, having participated in the learning and assessment activities during the term, have obtained a failing grade for the corresponding subject in the quarterly assessment may participate in the recovery process . Those who have not participated in the learning and assessment activities or who have waived the assessment will not be able to participate. If the grade is "not submitted", you will not be able to opt for recovery and therefore the subject will have to be taken again in its entirety in the following academic year.
In the event of copying, plagiarism or illegitimate use of generative artificial intelligence in any assessment activity, you must consult the TecnoCampus University Center's Undergraduate and Master's Course Assessment Regulations.
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Seco Calvo, Jesús., González Bellido, Vanesa., González Doniz, María Luz., López Fernández, Daniel., & Souto Camba, Sonia. (2018). Respiratory system: methods, clinical physiotherapy and conditions for physiotherapists. Pan American Medical Publishing.
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