Pathology I for the PTA Physical Therapist Assistant

Catalog description

This course presents students with a body systems approach to the etiology, pathology, signs/symptoms, risk factors, and prognosis and medical treatment of specific diseases and conditions across the lifespan often seen in physical therapy. Students will be introduced to behavioral, social, and environmental factors contributing to disease and dysfunction as well as the psychosocial-spiritual impact on health care. Primary systems of study include musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary, a