Duration
Appropriate use of questionnaires : 5h Th
Evidence Based Practice : 5h Th
Number of credits
| Master in physiotherapy and rehabilitation (60 ECTS) | 1 crédit |
Lecturer
Appropriate use of questionnaires : Christophe Demoulin
Evidence Based Practice : Olivier Bruyère, Fanny Buckinx
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Appropriate use of questionnaires
The basic psychometric properties of an assessment tool (questionnaire/test): validity, reliability, responsiveness, interpretability,...
The most known questionnaires used by physiotherapists
Evidence Based Practice
Main types of studies and levels of evidence in clinical research
Key biases in research and factors for assessing study validity
Principles of research and experimental methodology
Searching, reading, and critically analyzing scientific literature
Assessing the relevance and applicability of scientific findings to clinical practice
General principles of research ethics and consideration of the ethical and legal framework
Use of scientific data in a research project or thesis
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Appropriate use of questionnaires
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand the value of standardized assessment tools and PROMs in physiotherapy practice and identify situations in which their use provides clinically relevant information.
- Know and select the main questionnaires and assessment tools used in physiotherapy, according to the clinical problem, the patient's characteristics, and the purpose of the assessment.
- Administer, score, and interpret questionnaire results in order to collect, analyze, and interpret relevant clinical information and integrate it into clinical reasoning.
- Understand and apply the main measurement properties of an assessment tool (validity, reliability, responsiveness to change, etc.) in order to critically appraise the selection and interpretation of a questionnaire.
- Integrate the selection and use of assessment tools into an evidence-based practice (EBP) approach, drawing on the available scientific evidence while taking into account clinical expertise and the individual patient's situation.
- Use PROMs to monitor patient progress and evaluate the effectiveness of an intervention, including the ability to distinguish between observed change, measurement error, and clinically meaningful change.
- Integrate questionnaire results with other clinical assessment findings in order to make decisions regarding the continuation of care and, when necessary, adjust, redirect, or discontinue the intervention.
Evidence Based Practice
The aim of this course is to enable students to search for, understand, and critically analyze data from scientific literature so that they can effectively apply it in their future professional practice. Specifically, students must be able to use this data to support clinical assessment, evaluate the appropriateness of care, and adapt interventions based on the patient's situation, available knowledge, and the care context.
The course also aims to prepare students for planning and conducting a thesis or research project by fostering the integration of research ethics principles, respect for human dignity, and the ethical and legal frameworks governing research and care activities.
More broadly, the critical analysis of scientific knowledge contributes to the development of professional responsibility, professional conduct, and professional identity. It enables future professionals to adopt a reflective practice based on up-to-date evidence and to fulfill their civic responsibilities within the healthcare sector. Finally, the course emphasizes the importance of continuing education for maintaining and updating the skills required for high-quality practice.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Appropriate use of questionnaires
Physiopathology and rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal system
Evidence Based Practice
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Appropriate use of questionnaires
E-learnings and lectures / discussions
Evidence Based Practice
The course is delivered through lectures (ex-cathedra) and complemented by practical sessions (labs/TP), allowing students to apply the concepts covered in theory.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Appropriate use of questionnaires
Blended learning
Further information:
E-learing courses + 1 synthesis face to face session
Evidence Based Practice
Face-to-face course
Course materials and recommended or required readings
Appropriate use of questionnaires
The slides will be given to students
Evidence Based Practice
Platform(s) used for course materials:
- eCampus
Appropriate use of questionnaires
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire )
Further information:
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam (True-False)
Additional information:
Face-to-face written exam (True False)
Evidence Based Practice
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam
Other : True or false questions
Work placement(s)
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Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
Appropriate use of questionnaires
NEW: use of e-learnings from this year
Evidence Based Practice
For the examination procedures, please refer to the official rules available on the University website.
Contacts
Appropriate use of questionnaires
Prof C. Demoulin, christophe.demoulin@uliege.be, +3243663895
Evidence Based Practice
Professor Olivier Bruyère
Department of Public Health, Epidemiology, and Health Economics
CHU Sart Tilman, Bât.B23
4000 Liège
Tel. : +32 (0)4 366 25 81
Email : olivier.bruyere@uliege.be