PTA 242 - Advanced Therapeutic Interventions

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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6 hours lecture/lab per week Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Physical Therapist Assistant program or consent of the PTA program director. Comment: Letter grade only. PTA 242 may not be audited. PTA 242 may not be taken credit/no credit. PTA 242 presents the theory and application of therapeutic interventions as they relate to amputations, cardio pulmonary conditions, wounds, peripheral vascular disease, burns, lymphedema and Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) conditions. It reviews basic physiology, pathology and etiology of the named conditions. An overview of the most commonly seen surgical and nonsurgical interventions will be included. By using lab simulation and role playing of actual clinical situations the students will use information to think analytically, problem solve and modify treatment interventions. Isolation techniques, prosthetic and orthotic fitting will be practiced. An integrated approach to treatment will include material from all previous courses with an emphasis on therapeutic exercise. Upon successful completion of PTA 242, the student should be able to: Identify the physiology, pathology and etiology of amputations, burns, PVD, wounds, lymphedema, cardiopulmonary conditions and OB/GYN conditions while being sensitive to ethnic and cultural issues and biases. Identify the anatomical structures involved in the pathologies presented. Describe appropriate surgical and non- 5 surgical interventions as they apply to each presented diagnosis. Describe and competently perform the treatment interventions and suggest modifications in response to the range of simulated patient outcomes as appropriate. Describe the contraindications and precautions for each simulated diagnosis and intervention. Identify and practice the requirements of universal precautions and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines as they apply to physical therapy practice. Use approved terminology in the documentation process of each simulated session of care.

Credits:

3.00

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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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