PTA 2211 - Observation & Measurement Lab

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Physical Therapist Assistant

Description:

Students develop competence in the skills of measurements used in physical therapy. Students will become familiar with the use of goniometers, blood pressure cuffs, grip meters, and other tools of measurement. The skills of analyzing gait and posture will be included. Lab assessments will include the reporting of observable and measurable data and their significance to patient progress. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $93 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform specific data collection techniques, determine patient progress, and modify patient treatment programs. 2. Demonstrate the principles of safe, effective, and efficient data collection techniques for multiple systems of the body. 3. Differentiate normal and abnormal compensatory response to directed interventions and modify treatments, based off collected data. 4. Apply affective communication with the physical therapist and patient about collected data during evaluation, treatments, or re-evaluation. 5. Complete proper recording and documentation of assessment results within the appropriate portions of the SOAP note. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Physical Therapist Assistant program. SP

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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