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Introduction and history of physiology. Structure and functions of cell membranes. Transport process. Special transport mechanism in amphibian bladder, kidney, gall bladder, intestine, astrocytes and exocrine glands. Biophysical principles. Homeostasis and control systems including temperature regulation. Biological rhythms. Composition and functions of blood. Haemopoiesis. WBC and differential count. Plasma proteins Coagulation, fibrinolysis and platelet functions. Blood groups –ABO system – Rh system. Blood transfusion – indication for collection and storage of blood, hazards of blood transfusions. Reticulo- endothelial system. Imunity and immodeficiency disease and HIV.

Review of muscle attachments and muscle action. Nerve supply and neurological control of movements. Location of the centres of gravity of the body. Biomechanics of human motion. Fundamental starting positions/postures. Resolution of forces. Roles of muscle action. Types of body movement and uses. Introduction to electromyography studies. Analyses of normal and abnormal human locomotion; Analysis of motor skills. 400 Level

Amino acids as building blocks of proteins; the peptide bond as covalent backbone of proteins. Forces involved in the stabilisation of protein structure. Protein isolation, fractionation, purification and characterisation. Amino acid analysis of peptides and proteins. Methods for the determination of the sequence of amino acids in proteins. Protein Biosynthesis, Molecular weight determination of proteins. Techniques in protein biochemistry. Oxidative degradation of amino acids and metabolism of one carbon units. Ammonia toxicity and urea formation. Ketogenic and Glucogenic amino acids. Biosynthesis of amino acids and some derivatives; the urea cycle; metabolism of inorganic nitrogen. Disorders of amino acid metabolism, Polyamines.

Overview of Stroke. Overview of neuro-degenerative conditions. Occupational therapy interventions for specific neurological conditions: Cerebrovascular accident, Spinal Cord Injury, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Gullian Barre Syndrome, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebellar ataxia, Intra cranial tumours, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Myasthenia gravis and many others. Application of occupational therapy principles and techniques in the evaluation and treatment of specific neurological conditions: Cerebrovascular accident, Spinal Cord Injury, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Gullian Barre Syndrome, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebellar ataxia, Intra cranial tumours, Diabetic Neuropathy, Myasthenia gravis and many others. Discharge planning. Brief discussion of return- to-work evaluation and work capacity assessments in relation to neurological conditions. Case study and problem-based learning. Driving and community mobility for people with neurological conditions.

Basic concepts of Neuroanatomy. Constraint Induced Movement Therapy. Evaluation and assessment of neurological conditions. Principles of Neuroplasticity. Assessment and treatment of clients with neurological deficits. Overview of Stroke. Assessment of the upper extremity function such as functional reach and hand function (in details). Assessment of hemiplegic shoulder. Assessment covering: Positioning and posture, Muscle action and range of motion, Control of movement, Sensation- sharp/dull, light touch, touch localization, temperature, 2-point discrimination, monofilaments, stereognosis, proprioception, kinaesthesia, sensation mapping. Evaluation procedures for performance of skills including: ROM, muscle strength, muscle tone, coordination, control of movement, sensation (cutaneous and cortical), trunk control, cognitive perceptual functions, gait, ADL (activities of daily living). Assessment of functional abilities. Special tests in neurology. Special tests for nerve compression, contractures and deformities. Pain assessment. Outcome measures used in neurological rehabilitation for ADL. Cognitive assessment tests. Visual assessment and test of visual perceptual skills. Overview of the following approaches: Biomechanical, Roods, NDT–Bobath for adults, Movement Therapy, Brunnstrom Approach, Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. Motor relearning theory and problem-oriented approach, Rehabilitative approach and Affolter’s approach. Task oriented approach.

Nigerian history, culture and art up to 1800 (Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo peoples and culture, peoples and culture of the ethnic minority groups); Nigeria under colonial rule (advent of colonial rule in Nigeria, Colonial administration of Nigeria); Evolution of Nigeria as a political unit (amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914, formation of political parties in Nigeria, Nationalist movement and struggle for independence); Nigeria and challenges of nation building (military intervention in Nigerian politics, Nigerian Civil War); Concept of trade and economics of self-reliance (indigenous trade and market system, indigenous apprenticeship system among Nigeria people, trade, skill acquisition and self- reliance); Social justices and national development (law definition and classification); Judiciary and fundamental rights; Individual, norms and values (basic Nigeria norms and values, patterns of citizenship acquisition, citizenship and civic responsibilities, indigenous languages, usage and development, negative attitudes and conducts); Cultism, kidnapping and other related social vices); Re-orientation, moral and national values (The 3R’s – Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Re-orientation; Re-orientation Strategies); Operation Feed the Nation (OFN), Green Revolution, Austerity Measures, War Against Indiscipline (WAI), War Against Indiscipline and Corruption (WAIC), Mass Mobilization for Self-Reliance, Social Justice and Economic Recovery (MAMSER), National Orientation Agency (NOA); Current socio-political and cultural developments in Nigeria.

Model of human occupation (MOHO). Ecological models used in mental health (Person- Environment-occupation-Performance Model, Ecology of human performance). Overview of mental health conditions: depression; Cognitive behavioural therapy. International occupation- based models used in mental health (KAWA model, Canadian Model of Occupational Performance). Therapeutic use of self theories and strategies to enhance occupational performance. Overview of substance use disorders and drug induced psychosis. Overview of schizophrenia and other psychotic conditions.

Feeding and oral motor assessment in paediatrics. Developmental milestone assessment. Fine motor and handwriting assessment. Visual perceptual and low vision assessment. Behaviour assessment in paediatrics. Assistive devices for paediatrics. Intervention for challenging behaviours. Play assessment. Overview of motor control and motor learning. Sensory integration and praxis test. Sensory profile. Introduction to sensory training. Overview of Bobath NDT, Rood's neuromuscular facilitation, Ayre's Sensory Integration Approach; Biomechanical frame of reference. Behaviour modification. Peto's - conductive Education. Special Education. Principles of education for perceptual and cognitive training. Assessment of developmental coordination disorder. Overview of Neurological disorders: CNS malformations, CNS infection and inflammatory diseases in childhood. Head injury in childhood. CNS tumours in childhood. CVD in childhood. Neurocutaneous syndromes. Spinocerebellar degeneration. Neural tube defects. Poliomyelitis. Chromosomal disorders. Muscle disorders in childhood. School function assessment. WeeFim and other ADL assessments for paediatrics. Gross Motor and function assessment. Social functioning and participation. Overview of sickle cell disease. Introduction to school-based occupational therapy practice – handwriting, behavioural and social skills, transition planning; inclusive education, special needs schools, and the twin-track approach to educating children with disabilities.

Paediatric OT process. Feeding, swallowing, and oral motor interventions. Cognitive development and interventions. Sensory integration interventions. Intervention in disorders of sensory discrimination, modulation and praxis. Handwriting and fine motor coordination interventions. Neuromotor interventions. Play interventions. OT application (including review of each condition): Cardio respiratory conditions of childhood. Visio-perceptual and Visio-motor dysfunction. Muscular dystrophy. Erb's palsy. Poliomyelitis / PPRP. Spina bifida and hydrocephalus. Nutritional disorders. Mental retardation and Down's syndrome. Congenital Syndromes and Chromosomal abnormalities. Specific learning disabilities. Perverse Developmental Disorder. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Behaviour disorders. Visual / auditory loss. Speech and communication disorder. Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome in paediatrics. Seizure disorders. Haemophillia. Arthrogryphosis and other congenital orthopaedic disorders. Early intervention for congenital neurological disorders (high risk infants). Occupational Therapy in Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Intervention in learning disabilities. Autism Spectrum disorders. Behavior management in paediatrics. Amputations and UE congenital anomalies. Paediatric splinting and adaptive devices (including seating devices, adaptations for feeding, mobility and ambulatory devices); Indication and use of splint for correction of disabilities. Overview of models, Frames of reference and guidelines in the assessments and treatment of various C & A conditions such as Autism, conduct disorders depression, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Learning disabilities, Juvenile Delinquencies, Psychotic disorders and many others.

Major models of practice in occupational therapy that guide practice. Exploration of how theory supports these models as guides to evaluation and intervention decisions. Occupational therapy theory development. Importance of theory in clinical decision making. Developing a strong occupational therapy professional identity. Theoretical perspectives commonly used in occupational therapy practice with a focus on the occupation-based models. Comparison and contrast of theoretical perspectives and their application to occupational therapy assessment and treatment planning for clients with a variety of occupational needs. Knowledge and skills necessary for the assessments of patients leading to identification of occupational dysfunction. Theory and techniques for measuring physical and physiological entities such as vital signs, strength, muscle tone, joint range of motion, respiratory capacity, circulatory status, pain, balance, posture, gait, and coordination. Importance of precision of measurement, elimination of errors in testing, validity and reliability, and accurate documentation. Critical review of models and outcome measures used by Occupational therapists with a focus on reliability, validity, specificity and sensitivity of the tests. The educational experiences in this course will be designed to progress from normal to pathological across the spectra of age, gender, and race. The relevance and application of functional outcome research in clinical practice will be discussed. The process and principle of producing and keeping records of OT referral, assessment, intervention, and outcomes will be discussed.