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3.00 Credits
Study of cognitive abilities such as attention, memory, problem solving comprehension, categorization and reasoning. The mental processes are also discussed in terms of encoding, retrieval and storage of information. Prerequisites: PSYC 120, ENGL 111, RDNG 113 or APRD 081+. Semester offered: Spring.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the roles of the Physical Therapist (PT) and the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) including the history and ethical aspects. General information related to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), HIPPA, and cultural diversity. Verbal and nonverbal communication, introduction to activities of daily living, basic medical terminology and record keeping including notes related to Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan (SOAP) format. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the on-campus or online PTA Program. Semester offered: Spring for both programs.
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2.00 Credits
This course is open to prospective PTA students, with the instructor's permission. This course will provide an advanced study of the joints and muscles of the human body in preparation for the PTAP 125- Clinical Kinesiology course offered the first technical semester of the program. Prerequisite: BIOL-112 and acceptance into the on-campus or online PTA Program. Semester Offered: Fall for both programs.
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4.00 Credits
Advanced anatomy of the musculoskeletal system and movement analysis of the body. Gait analysis in the normal and involved patients. Gross muscle testing, manual muscle testing, goniometry, special tests. Segmental leg and inclinometer measurements. Related medical and SOAP format documentation and confidentiality. Includes lab practical on all of the above. Prerequisite: PTAP-115 and acceptance into the on-campus or online PTA Program. Semester Offered: Spring for both programs.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the nature of disease and its effect on body systems. This course includes a review of normal functions of the appropriate body systems. Diseases will be studied in relationship to their etiology, pathology, physical signs and symptoms, diagnostic procedures, complications, treatment modalities, and prognosis. Prerequisite: BIOL-112 and acceptance into the on-campus or online PTA Program. Semester Offered: Spring for the on-campus program, and summer for the online program.
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3.00 Credits
In-depth study of therapeutic as a treatment process and in a preventive role. Proper use of exercise equipment, mat activities, flexibility, strengthening, endurance, etc. Basic physiology of aging. Related medical terminology, confidentiality, and SOAP format documentation. Includes lab practical on all of the above. Prerequisite: PTAP-125. Semester Offered: Summer for the on-campus program, and fall for the online program.
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4.00 Credits
Basic movement patterns of the body related to lifting and transfers. Vital signs, the study of inflammation and repair; wound stages, isolation categories and terminology. Introduction to patient treatment, preparation and positioning, beginning modalities related to compression, THR/TKR, TT, basic pharmacology, laboratory tests, exercises, pain, universal precautions, CPM machines, heat and cold modalities and US. Related medical terminology and SOAP note format documentation. Includes lab practicals on all topics. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the on-campus or online PTA Program. Semester Offered: Spring for the on-campus program and summer for the online program.
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3.00 Credits
Massage techniques, respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary education. Basic gait training techniques, use of adaptive equipment in patient care. Wheelchair assessment and common usage. Medical asepsis, universal precautions including isolation techniques, sterile and non-sterile dressing change and bandaging, wound care and heat and cold modalities. Understanding the peripheral vascular system. Physiology, indications, contraindications, patient preparation, related medical terminology, confidentiality issues, and SOAP note format documentation for above. Includes lab practical on all of the above. Prerequisite: PTAP-150. Semester Offered: Summer for the oncampus program, and fall for the online program.
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5.00 Credits
Advanced anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, neurodevelopmental practical skills and treatment of the neurologically involved patient. Orthotics and prosthetics, dermatomes, pain, cranial nerve and sensation assessments, SOAP notes in the medical/ educational setting, medical terminology and cultural differences. Assessment and treatment of the following areas: CVA, TBI, SCI, amputees and UMN and LMN lesions. Related medical terminology, confidentiality and SOAP format documentation. Includes lab practical on all of the above. Prerequisite: PTAP-140. Semester Offered: Fall for the on-campus program, and spring for the online program.
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