PTA 1310 - Pathophysiology for PTAs

3 Credits

Prerequisite(s): PTA1101
This course explores a diversity of pathological conditions encountered by the PT and PTA. Conditions are discussed in the context of the PTA’s role; disease pathophysiology; signs and symptoms; impact on patient function; medical management; general physical therapy interventions; expected and abnormal responses to treatment. Disease categories include: cardiovascular; respiratory; musculoskeletal; connective tissue; neurological; integumentary; endocrine and metabolic; infectious; digestive and urinary systems with additional focus on the geriatric patient and the intensive care environment. Offered (Spring)