HLTH 270 - Aging and Rehabilitation

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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1 hour lecture per week Prerequisite(s): A grade of "C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in ZOOL 141 or a grade of "C" or higher or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 130 or equivalent or consent of program directoComment: Letter grade only. HLTH 270 may not be audited. HLTH 270 may not be taken credit/no credit. A service learning project is highly recommended in this course. HLTH 270 provides a basic overview of the aging process, agerelated conditions, psychosocial issues on aging, other age-related topics and reimbursement issues. The course also discusses the current trend of the aging population and quality of life issues. Upon successful completion of HLTH 270, the student should be able to: Identify the normal and abnormal changes with aging. Discuss introductory concepts of geriatrics and gerontology. Identify pathological changes with aging and the care-giver role in this process. Discuss issues in health care and rehabilitation associated with aging. Identify individual and cultural differences and respond appropriately in all aspects of physical therapy services Define psychosocial and reimbursement issues facing the elderly population. Effectively explain the purpose of physical therapy to clients, community and others. Effectively distinguish the scope of practice between the various health care services. Read, locate and interpret health care literature, documents or Internet information. State and recognize ethical and professional conduct in health care.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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