PT 508 - Medical Screening

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

Physical Therapy

Description:

This course helps to prepare the physical therapist to assume the role of an independent practitioner working within a collaborative medical model. Inherent in this role is the ability to recognize clinical manifestations that suggest physician or other health care provider contact is warranted regarding a patient's health status. Student will apply the concept of threshold detection to identify impairments or "red flags" in medical screening that warrant referral to other professionals. An examination scheme designed to promote efficient and effective collection of patient data provide the structure for discussions. Patient cases will be presented to illustrate important medical screening principles. Professional communication with patients and physicians is also a central theme.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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