PTA 1213 - Fundamental Skills of the Physical Therapist Assistant

Institution:

Meridian Community College

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Description:

This course introduces a variety of basic skills utilized in the practice of physical therapy. Topics covered will include communicating with the patient/family, positioning, transfers, gait patterns with assistive devices, body mechanics, draping, vital signs, aseptic techniques, standard precautions, dressing and bandaging, documentation and SOAP notes, and first aid/ emergency techniques. Manual muscle testing is taught as well. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory, and 2 hours practice laboratory weekly. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all courses in prior semester(s) of the PTA curriculum.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.meridiancc.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 483-8241 ext 799

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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