Level 3 Learning Outcomes – Block 9 (Integrated Child & Community Health)

Outcome 3.9.1: Discuss healthcare delivery within Australian communities, in particular access to healthcare for vulnerable and hard to reach populations, effective use of resources and partnerships with allied health providers in the community, and the value of holistic care and longitudinal relationships between patients and health care professionals.

Outcome 3.9.2: Demonstrate inclusion of the patient’s concern and agenda in clinical decision-making, with an understanding of the importance of family, support systems, culture and community.

Outcome 3.9.3: Take an appropriate history and conduct relevant examination for patients presenting with common conditions managed in community healthcare settings.

Outcome 3.9.4: Describe and apply Murtagh’s framework for undifferentiated presentations, be able to identify appropriate investigations and identify any need for referral.

Outcome 3.9.5: Outline management approaches for acute, chronic and co-morbid conditions in the community.

Outcome 3.9.6: Develop competence in procedural skills that are commonly applied in the community setting.

Outcome 3.9.7: Discuss current guidelines for prevention, early detection and health maintenance in the community.

Outcome 3.9.8: Describe the common and complex issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in community health settings, and be able to identify health services and support systems specific for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Updated:  29 November 2020/ Responsible Officer:  Wendy Dimond/ Page Contact:  meu.medicalschool@anu.edu.au