Principles of Patient Care

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Description of the basic principles of patient care in physical therapy. Discussion of the concepts related to the control of infections and the taking of vital signs. Application of techniques related to corporal mechanics during the transfer and basic positioning of the patient and the use of the wheelchair. Emphasis on the basic fundamentals for the care of wounds, application of bandages and basic actions in an emergency situation. Requires 30 hours of lecture and 45 horas of lab.