PTA 1213 - Fundamental Skills for Physical Therapist Assistants

Institution:

Pearl River Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: PTA 1123 Corequisite: PTA 1315, PTA 2233 This course provides a knowledge of topics utilized in the practice of physical therapy. Topics covered include patient positioning and transfers, body mechanics, gait training, use of ambulatory devices, length and girth measurements, aseptic techniques, dressing and bandaging, and handling the patient with special needs. Massage, documentation, first aid, and emergency techniques are also covered. Two lecture and two lab hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.prcc.edu

Phone Number:

(601) 403-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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