Knowledge

The student…

has broad knowledge of visceral topography, indications, and contraindications for treatment
has broad knowledge of the neurological, circulatory, and mechanical connections between the viscera and the musculoskeletal system
has broad knowledge of the body’s systemic function is influenced by the anatomical and physiological connections to the musculoskeletal system
has knowledge of the osteopathic treatment approach to systemic dysfunctions
understands the considerations necessary during the examination and treatment of special patient groups
has knowledge of the legislation for authorized healthcare personnel and can reflect on the concept of professionalism
has broad knowledge of various psychological factors involved in the experience of pain and how this can affect patients and treatment processes
can describe the theoretical basis for motivational communication and understands how this can be used as a tool in clinical practice
has knowledge of ethical dilemmas that may arise in clinical situations

Skills

The student…

can apply basic conversation skills in motivational communication with others and communicate with relevant healthcare professionals regarding medical issues
can evaluate and treat dysfunctions in the gastrointestinal system and visceral structures in the thoracic region
integrates acquired knowledge in the treatment of special patient groups
masters clinical medical, orthopedic, and osteopathic tests and examination methods in the management of special patient groups
can conduct a clinical examination of the patient, including medical history, clinical-medical, orthopedic, neurological, and osteopathic diagnostic examinations
can use and discuss patient case studies as a learning tool for professional development and acquiring new knowledge
can follow current guidelines for supervised practice at the student clinic and demonstrates teachability

General competence

The student…

can shows respect, empathy, and care when interacting with patients and relatives from diverse backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, religion and beliefs, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age
can develop and implement, under supervision, a basic osteopathic treatment plan that includes short-term and long-term treatment goals, manual treatment, advice and guidance, and utilize the osteopathic models in patient assessment
is familiar with new knowledge, can work evidence-based, and apply various knowledge sources in the clinical reasoning and decision-making process, demonstrating professional confidence in patient management
understands the role of the osteopath in the Norwegian healthcare system
can discuss the ethical perspective of osteopathic treatment for various patient groups and demonstrates ethical action competence
can communicate central subject matter such as theories and professional and ethical issues
can identify their own need for professional development and can update their knowledge to ensure lifelong learning
can apply updated knowledge about the health and welfare system, laws, regulations, and guidelines in their service delivery

Subject description OST3202

Osteopathy in clinical practice II