PTA 254 - Pathology & Rehabilitation of Special Populations & Conditions

Institution:

Gateway Community and Technical College

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Description:

Emphasizes the etiology, pathology, prevention, data collection, and selected physical therapy interventions for management of patients with the following conditions: respiratory system, cardiovascular system metabolic, and rheumatologic pathologies; psychiatric disorders; infectious diseases; oncology; thermal injuries; integumentary disorders; and wounds. Includes therapeutic exercise and wound care. Pre-requisite: PTA 222, PTA 223, PTA 232, PTA 233, PTA 202, PTA 203 with a C or better. Completion of PTA 240 with a grade of P. Co-requisite: PTA 255, PTA 260, and PTA 280. Students cannot progress to PTA 280 without a grade of C or better in all other co-requisite courses. Lecture: 1 credit (15 contact hours).

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gateway.kctcs.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 441-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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