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B2_F That students know how to apply their knowledge to their job or vocation in a professional way and have the skills that are usually demonstrated by developing and defending arguments and solving problems within their area of study
B4_F That students can convey information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialized and non-specialized audiences
E5_F Assess the functional status of the patient, considering the physical, psychological and social aspects
E6_F Assess the diagnosis of physiotherapy care according to internationally recognized standards and validation instruments
E7_F Design the physiotherapy intervention plan according to criteria of adequacy, validity and efficiency
E8_F Execute, direct and coordinate the physiotherapy intervention plan, using its own therapeutic tools and taking into account the individuality of the user
E9_F Evaluate the evolution of the results obtained with the treatment in relation to the objectives set
E13_F Ability to work in professional teams as a basic unit in which professionals and other staff of healthcare organizations are structured in a uni- or multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary way
E16_F Ability to carry out physiotherapeutic interventions based on comprehensive health care that involves multiprofessional cooperation, integration of processes and continuity of care
T2_F Demonstrate ability to organize and plan
T3_F The student must be able to develop skills in interpersonal relationships and be able to work within an intra and interdisciplinary team
Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy is one of the branches of 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. We are currently at a time of effervescence and expansion of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy due to the increase in the incidence of many respiratory and cardiovascular diseases and also thanks to the recognition and acceptance of this therapy by other health specialties.
In this subject, the student will have to deepen his knowledge of the respiratory physiology as a basis to understand 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. It is a subject with a high practical content (4 ECTS) where the student will have the opportunity to learn the basic skills to assess, diagnose and treat a patient with respiratory pathology according to current trends based on the scientific evidence.
Training activity |
Hours |
Master class |
20 |
Group work |
10 |
Group tutoring |
2 |
Individual work |
10 |
Regulated practices |
35 |
Personal study |
70 |
Total |
150 |
The subject of cardiorespiratory physiotherapy is divided into a theoretical block and two practical blocks.
In the theoretical block we will address the following contents:
Topic 1. Structure and function of the cardiorespiratory system
Item 2. Functional and clinical assessment
Item 3. Respiratory physiotherapy techniques
Item 4. Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
Item 5. Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy applied to different populations.
In the theoretical-practical block, we will address in depth the contents taught in the theoretical block according to the schedule of the subject.
Plenary sessions. Master classes with multimedia support and interactive platforms, aimed at the presentation of the contents, clarification of doubts and learning based on problem solving.
Regulated practices in the laboratory. Theoretical-practical sessions in the laboratories where the different assessment and treatment techniques in respiratory physiotherapy will be explained and practiced.
Simulation. Sessions in the simulation laboratory where different competencies related to the resolution of clinical cases will be worked on
Self-employment. Reading of recommended texts, revision of articles, elaboration of individual works, questionnaires, self-learning activities in moodle. Personal study
This subject will be evaluated as follows:
Evaluation activity |
Weighting |
Final theoretical exam |
35% |
Practical exam |
45% |
Continuous Assessment (Kahoots) |
10% |
Group work |
10% |
It is mandatory to attend at least 80% of the practical classes (excused absences are included 20% of absences).
To pass the subject it is necessary to obtain one grade of 5/10 in the theoretical exam and in the practical exam
Evaluation activity in recovery period |
Weighting |
Theoretical exam |
35% |
Practical exam |
45% |
According to current regulations, only those students who have obtained a grade of suspense during the ordinary period.
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