Program Overview

CHI656 - Differential Diagnosis

Overview

To view overview information, please note that this unit is archived. Please refer to the end date.

Offerings

• MURDOCH-T1-FACE2FACE-2028-ONGOING
  • Teaching period code: Trimester-T1
  • Location: Murdoch
  • Attendance mode: Face to Face
  • Start year: 2028
  • End year: -
  • Self enrol: Yes

Requisites

Prerequisite

• CHI513: 3 cp, Diagnosis III
• CHI532: 3 cp, Clinical Chiropractic II

Enrolment Rules

Enrolment in M14408 (Master of Clinical Chiropractic); OR enrolment in B1422 (Bachelor of Health Science / Master of Clinical Chiropractic) and completion of third year.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyse and interpret patient history and physical examination findings by integrating knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biomechanics, and clinical diagnosis.
2. Develop clinical problem lists and differential diagnosis for patients presenting with musculoskeletal, visceral, or complex medical complaints.
3. Evaluate and modify differential diagnoses using additional information, demonstrating advanced critical thinking and adaptability.
4. Apply evidence-based reasoning to working diagnoses and determine appropriate patient management strategies, including referral or co-management when necessary.
5. Synthesize and organize clinical information to develop problem-oriented, scientifically valid approaches to diagnosis in diverse clinical settings.

Unit Details

• Unit version: 01
• Version start date: 01/01/2028
• End date: 31/12/2027
• Owning college: College of Health and Education
• Owning school: Allied Health
• Credit points: 3

Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals

This curriculum aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:

• Goal 3: Good health and well-being
• Goal 4: Quality education
• Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth
• Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities