Physical Therapy Principles and Procedures 3

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4 Lab Hours Prerequisites: PTA 102 , PTA 103 , PTA 112C , BIO 162 Co-requisites: PTA 202 , PTA 211C Description This course provides students with an understanding of diagnoses and the physical therapy treatment methods used with people experiencing neurologic conditions including spinal cord injuries, head traumas, and cerebral vascular accidents. Emphasis is placed on treatment concepts of neurologic rehabilitation for patient populations across the lifespan including geriatrics and pediatrics. Topics presented in lecture and laboratory that meet the requirements of the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) include ethics, values, and responsibilities, patient/client education, interventions and tests and measures. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will demonstrate competence through written examinations, demonstrate competence through practical laboratory examinations and will be eligible to progress in the Physical Therapist Assistant program. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.