ODP630 - MANAGEMENT IN VESTIBULAR DISORDERS

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
MANAGEMENT IN VESTIBULAR DISORDERS ODP630 2nd Semester 3 0 3 7
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Drill and Practice
Case Study
 
Instructor (s)Prof. Songül Aksoy 
Course objectiveThe aim of this course: Having comprehensive theoretical and clinical knowledge about the definition and characteristics of dizziness and balance disorders, To investigate diseases with every induction method over time, To produce solutions for probing, Establish appropriate rehabilitation program according to vestibular evaluation result and record and observe results  
Learning outcomes
  1. The student who completed this course; 1. Obtain advanced theoretical knowledge about vestibular diseases.
  2. 2. It applies special assessment methods in different vestibular diseases.
  3. 3. In cases with the same clinical characteristics, the patient gains the ability to think patient-based by distinguishing between similarities.
  4. 4. Observe, analyze and improve problem-solving skills in patients with vertigo and balance disorders.
  5. 5. Interpret the changes that occurred after V / D rehabilitation by registering the evaluation results of the patients.
Course ContentMonitor the pathophysiology and clinical features of diseases through different incidents
Identification of special evaluation methods for different vestibular diseases
Preparation and application of V / D rehabilitation program for different vestibular diseases
Reshaping V / DR program according to patient progress
Report of VDR results in a report
 
References1. Desmond A. Vestibular Function: Clinical and Practice Management ,2008,Thieme 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Introduction, information, seminar topic determination
Week 2Endolymphatic Hydrops, Autoimmune inner ear disease: Vestibular findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 3BPPV: Assessment, Diagnosis and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 4Vestibular Schwannoma, Vestibular Ototoxicity: Vestibular findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 5Movement Disease, Mal de Debarquement Syndrome: Vestibular Findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 6Seminar presentation / Midterm exam
Week 7Vestibular Labyrintitis, Vestibular Neuritis: Vestibular findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 8Perilenfist Fistula, Vertebro Basilar Insufficiency: Audiovisual findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 9Superior Semicircular Canal Dehisans, Cervicogenic Vertigo: Vestibular findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 10Vestibular Migraine: Vestibular Findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 11TIA, Cerebellar Infarct: Vestibular findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 12Barotrauma, Orthostatic Hypotension: Vestibular Findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 13Acrophobia / Agoraphobia: Vestibular findings and Vestibular evaluation rehabilitation
Week 14Seminar presentation
Week 15
Week 16Final exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance00
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments820
Presentation110
Project00
Seminar110
Midterms120
Final exam140
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes060
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes040
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14684
Presentation / Seminar Preparation000
Project2714
Homework assignment000
Midterms (Study duration)13030
Final Exam (Study duration) 14040
Total Workload3286210

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. They could follow theoretical and clinical scientific developments in basic diagnostic, evaluation and rehabilitation techniques specific to the field of audiology. They also could use systematic information specific to different areas of audiology in the field of vocational and academic work.     X
2. They could use theoretical and applied concepts and principles in the field of audiology in clinical problem solving and decision making.    X
3. They could plans and conduct scientific research independently and / or as teamwork on issues related to the field of audiology, and uses the necessary software and equipment correctly    X
4. They follow the ethical rules for audiology related research and applications    X
5. As a team member, they could work as interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary with practitioners, caregivers and other stakeholders. They gin the individual skills and responsibilities for student supervision and supervision in the field and clinic. As an Audiologist, they understand, recognize and carry out his professional role and responsibilities.    X
6. They develop behaviours in accordance with lifelong learning principles in the development of the professional services of audiology to meet social expectations and needs. It contributes to quality improvement, vocational education and promotion programs    X
7. They contribute to community health and health policies within the framework of national values and country facts; and they raise awareness about individual, family and society about education, preventive and rehabilitative approaches.    X
8. They have embraced personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; plays an active role in the development of educational and promotion programs related to the field, and also exhibits its professional behaviour at international level.    X
9. They could write report on researches and studies he / she has done in the field of audiology; publish their work in nationally and / or internationally recognized journals; communicate verbally with national and international scientists, and present their work at scientific meetings.   X 
10. They take an active role in the development, progress and introduction of the science of audiology.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest