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NSC2500: Assessment 2

Topic: Video Presentation & Peer Review

Due: 2nd May at 12 midday Submission: via the assignment portal on StudyDesk Weighting: 30% of the final mark

Purpose of assignment:

 Improve knowledge of homeostasis and how disruption may lead to a specific disease/disorder  Understand how drug therapies address particular pathophysiology  Identify drug mode of action, indications, contraindications, potential interactions, adverse effects and therapeutic outcomes  Learn how to integrate knowledge and present ideas logically and concisely  Develop oral presentation and written communication skills  Specifically address course objectives 1 - 4

Task overview and topic selection:

To product an informative video that examines the pathophysiology of a specific disease or condition and presents the pharmacology used to address this. For this assessment you will work as individuals, focussing on the disease or disorder that you have selected, which relates to your chosen theme from the StudyDesk activity. The topic selection will close midday Wednesday 21st March. After this date, any student who has not chosen a topic/group will be randomly assigned to one. You will then research a specific disease/disorder that falls within your chosen theme and explore the pharmacology related to it. From this you will produce a video presentation that addresses the key information and criteria listed below. You must also complete and submit a short (300 word) abstract. This assignment is to be directed at an educated audience and will contribute up to 30% of your final mark. Following your submission each video will undergo a peer review process. Your video will be reviewed by three of your peers (selected randomly), and you will review three videos from your peers (assigned randomly). This will enable you to learn about other conditions and is an excellent way to revise some of the course material. Further information and marking guides for the peer review will be available on StudyDesk.

Structure and components of the assignment:

Students will work individually to prepare a short video presentation addressing their specific chosen topic. Information on how to record the video itself can be found in the ‘Instructions and Tips’ file on StudyDesk. Your video should be between 5-6 minutes in length and cover all of the information areas outlined below. What to include in your videos: Your presentation should aim to include (but are not limited to):  Brief overview of the normal physiology and homeostasis of the system relevant to the topic  The pathophysiology and the mechanisms leading to the disease/disorder  The core pharmacology related to the treatment of the disease/disorder

• This should include at least one specific example that also addresses:
• mechanism of action (& pharmacodynamics)
• Pharmacokinetics
• Route of administration
• Indications, contraindications, precautions and side effects

 Relevance to practice (in any relevant context, eg. nursing, sports exercise, etc)  Conclusions and other considerations Note: A key element of this assessment is the pharmacology. Alternate therapies may be relevant for the disease/disorder that you are presenting, but if you do not present the pharmacology you will not be addressing this part of the criteria. Writing the abstract: You will also need to write and submit a short (300 word) abstract alongside your video. Your abstract should succinctly summarise the video content. It should follow the format of: introduction, summary of the main points/discussion, and finish with a short conclusion. Your references must also be included with your abstract, using citations where appropriate and adhering to the required reference format (Harvard AGPS or APA). References do not count towards the abstract word limit. Finding information You may draw your information from a variety of resources, but you should focus on current, up-to-date, research and the current state-of-knowledge. A good guide is to select up to five recent and relevant publications on your topic and cover these in your presentation (primary research articles published in the past 5 years are ideal). All of your information sources should be referenced appropriately and you should avoid resources like websites, news outlets, and textbooks. Begin your search for scientific articles at the USQ Library website, specifically the PubMed database and/or Web of Science. Links to these resources can be found through the USQ library website: http://resguide.usq.edu.au/index.php.

Referencing:

Referencing your information sources is an important part of this assessment. A reference list must be included with your abstract (does not count towards the 300 word limit). The reference style will be Harvard AGPS (https://www.usq.edu.au/library/referencing/harvard-agps- referencing-guide), or APA. You may use either, but ensure that you only use one consistently throughout.

Preparing and Filming your Video:

This can be as simple or as advanced/creative as you would like. They may also be staged in any number of different ways (presentation, documentary, cartoon, news broadcast, commercial, etc). In short, you have creative freedom in how you present your video so long as all of the criteria and required information are addressed. Some tips and instructions to get you started are available on StudyDesk. It is recommended to use Zoom to record your presentation (Zoom is supported by ICT), but you can use any software to produce and/or edit your video that you prefer. The final file MUST be in MP4 format. IMPORTANT: Children and pets must not be included in your video presentation.

Formatting Guidelines:

 You must submit two files to complete your assessment: the video and the abstract

• Your submission IS NOT COMPLETE if both of files are not submitted
• 1. Submitted video must be in MP4 format
• Your video file must be less than 500Mb in size (larger files cannot be submitted)
• Name your file in the format: <SURNAME>_ID#_video.mp4
• Eg: GATES_U81119111_video.mp4
• 2. Submitted abstract must be in PDF format
• Name your file in the format: <SURNAME>_ID#_abstract.pdf
• Eg: GATES_U81119111_abstract.pdf

Submitting Your Assignment:

1) You will submit both files using their respective Assessment submission portals on StudyDesk 2) Any application for extensions must be made in writing via email to stuart.ellem@usq.edu.au prior to the due date and MUST be accompanied by supporting documentation. There are many very valid reasons why an extension may be necessary, but please consider your peers when deciding if you do require one. If granted, this will influence the peer review process for the whole Course. 3) Late submissions without prior authorisation will incur late penalties as per USQ policy (http://policy.usq.edu.au/documents/14749PL)

Marking Criteria Marks (total 100)

Written abstract  The abstract succinctly summarises the video content  Includes an introduction, summary of the main points/discussion, and a short conclusion  Is within the word limit (300 words) and includes the reference list  Spelling and grammar is correct throughout 10 marks Introduction and overall content  The topic is clearly introduced and there is a logical progression of ideas  The presentation demonstrates a thorough and complete understanding of the topic, pathophysiology and related pharmacology  The disease/disorder being presented is relevant to the chosen theme  Includes and considers recent developments, new research & advances in knowledge 10 marks Normal physiology  A brief and accurate overview of the normal physiology relevant to the topic/disease/disorder is provided 10 marks Pathophysiology  The pathophysiology of the disease/disorder presented is comprehensive, relevant to the specific disease/disorder, and correct  The underlying mechanisms responsible for the disease/disorder are explored in detail 20 marks Pharmacology  The related pharmacology to treat the disease/disorder is clearly described  Relevant drug examples (at least one) are noted, including the:

• Drug class and naming
• Mechanism of action
• Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
• Routes of administration are noted
• Indications, contraindications, precautions and side effects and provided

20 marks Relevance to practice  Relevance of the disease/disorder and the related pharmacology to clinical practice is clearly described (in any relevant context, eg. nursing, or sports exercise, etc) 10 marks Video & presentation quality  The presentation is in the required format (MP4) and is within the specified time-limit (5-6 min)  Video is clear and in focus, audio is clear and easy to follow  Any visual aids used are relevant, clear and appropriate to the presentation 10 marks References  References are well used to support the information presented (min 5)  References are recent, appropriate, and in the correct format (Harvard AGPS or APA) 10 marks