PT 908 - Clinical Decision Making For Patients With Complex Problems I

Institution:

University of Kentucky

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Description:

This course is designed to enhance the diagnosis and management skills of PT practitioners in providing care to individuals with complex problems related to chronic illness and/or neuromuscular pathology. This includes deepening practitioners’ knowledge base regarding pathology and clinical application, as well as enhancing their understanding regarding biopsychosocial-spiritual aspects of coping and adaptation as experienced by patients with multiple diagnoses and problems. Foundational material related to pharmacology, reimbursement, care environments, and cardiopulmonary pathology and management will be presented. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist and PT 902.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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