Pathology I

Catalog description

This course provides a survey of injuries and diseases commonly treated by physical therapist assistants. Topics include a review of systems; an examination of musculoskeletal system disorders and diseases; an examination of general medical disorders and diseases; an examination of circulation, respiration, and ventilation; recognition and response procedures for changes in physiologic status; and an overview of pharmacology for pain, musculoskeletal, endocrine, and GI system management.