PTA 225 Introduction to Rehabilitation

Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course covers cardiovascular, pulmonary, and integumentary conditions, as well as causes and treatment of amputations. Emphasis is placed upon pathological processes as well as comprehensive treatment of the various conditions studied. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, and prognoses of various conditions and implement components of a comprehensive treatment program.

Pre-requisite(s): PTA 245.
Course is typically offered in Summer.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Summarize the disease processes and the management of patients with chronic pulmonary dysfunction, heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, lower extremity amputations, burn injuries, vestibular disorders and cancer-related fatigue on written exams.
Describe the appropriate use of orthotics, prosthetics, and aquatic exercises on written exams.
Apply safe and effective physical therapy management to simulated patients during practical exams.
Apply readings from peer-reviewed research articles to the practice of physical therapy during an evidence-based student paper and presentation.
Demonstrate professional skills for all aspects of the course.