Pathophysiology II

Catalog description

This course is designed to give the PTA student a working knowledge of the physiology of disease states and conditions commonly seen in physical therapy. Basic signs, symptoms, causes, and processes of disease and conditions will be covered. Diagnostic criteria, progression, and interventions, including physical therapy interventions, medical and surgical interventions, and pharmaceutical interventions will be addressed. Areas of study in the course may include, but are not limited to, disorders of the following systems: neurological, hematologic, hepatic, gastrointestinal, hepatic and biliary, renal and urological, genital and reproductive. Genetic disorders, cancer, and mental health will also be addressed. By the completion of this course, students should be able to: (1) Identify conditions, diseases, and problems with the body systems, including the neurological, hematologic, gastrointestinal, hepatic, biliary, renal and urological, genital and reproductive. (2) Discuss cancer in terms of pathophysiology, risk factors, and various types of cancer. (3) Discuss special considerations for the PTA when working with patients who are geriatric, in specialized acute care units, and with various comorbidities. (4) Identify mental health issues and appropriate interactions and interventions with patients with mental or emotional health issues. Course content will be delivered in lecture and on-line materials. This course is available to students enrolled in the PTA major.