PTA 265L - Electrotherapy Lab

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Kapiolani Community College

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4.5 hours lab per week for 10 weeks Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the PTA program, or consent of the PTA program director. Corequisite(s): PTA 265. Comment: Letter grade only. PTA 265L may not be audited. PTA 265L may not be taken credit/no credit. PTA 265L implements the clinical application of various electrotherapy modalities. By using lab simulation and role playing of actual clinical situations the students will use information from the PTA 265 lecture to problem solve, think analytically and modify parameters as it relates to observed responses and conditions presented. The application of treatment procedures as set out in the mock treatment plans will require the use of appropriate communication skills. Approved terminology from the APTA: Guide to Physical Therapy Practice and the APTA: Electrotherapeutic Terminology in Physical Therapy will be required for documentation of treatment parameters and patient reaction to applied electrical interventions. Upon successful completion of PTA 265L, the student should be able to: Demonstrate competency in the presented electrical modalities as laid out in the Mastery Assessment Clinical Skills Manual (MAC), Skill sheets and APTA: Guide to PT practice. The listed modalities may be indicated in the treatment of pain, edema, acute trauma, peripheral vascular disease, wound healing, reduction of muscle spasm and spasticity. The presented electrical modalities may include: Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, microcurrent electrical nerve stimulation, high volt galvanic, interferential, russian, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, Functional electrical nerve stimulation, iontophoresis, surface Electromyography (Biofeedback), ultrasound/Electrical stimulation combinations. Demonstrate an understanding of the safety factors, indications, contraindications and precautions as they apply to the presented modalities. Identify and locate bony landmarks and the musculoskeletal structures that can be affected by the application of electrical current. Demonstrate patient positioning, draping and comfort as it addresses the treatment goals and the treatment plan. Demonstrate the ability to problem solve, think analytically and modify parameters as they relate to observed patient responses and conditions presented. Describe the physiological effects of the applied electrical modality. Demonstrate an ability to explain electrical treatments to patient and families in an understandable and acceptable manner. Demonstrate and effectively teach the use of independent electrotherapy equipment for use in the patient's home situation. Document accurately in SOAP note form, the patient positioning, equipment. 0 Use approved terminology from the APTA: Guide to PT Practice.

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1.00

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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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