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3.00 Credits
A combined lecture, laboratory series about the theoretical and practical foundations necessary for entry-level physical therapists to conduct examinations and interventions for individuals with primary or secondary cardiac and/or pulmonary dysfunction. Case studies, demonstrations and laboratory experiences are used to help the student. Prereq: Students must have successfully completed the first year of program.
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1.00 Credits
An introduction to basic management techniques including purpose, goals and objectives; contracts, task statement and analysis; position descriptions; medicaid; quality assurance; placement services. This course runs during the entire 12-week summer term. Prereq: Admission to the Physical Therapy professional program and successful completion of the first year.
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3.00 Credits
Emphasis is placed on operational aspects of physical therapy department including relationship to total facility operation, designing and equipping a department, contracts, salaries, fees, personnel policies, records, data processing, budget process, medical-legal implication, continuing education, and the consultative process. Prereq: PT 887 or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the participant with knowledge and hands-on experience in the integration of an evidence-based approach into practice. Students will learn how to critically review the literature and will acquire skills to integrate evidence into practice. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist.
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2.00 Credits
This 2 credit course is designed to increase the depth and breadth of the practitioner’s knowledge regarding health promotion, wellness and disease prevention, particularly as it is appropriate within the scope of PT practice. Utilizing valid theoretical constructs for behavioral change, the course will focus on clinical application and program design for effective promotion of health, wellness, and disease prevention for the individual and for the community. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist and PT 902.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the PT practitioner with increased expertise in analysis and interpretation of multidisciplinary tests, measures, and screens in order to enhance PT diagnostic and screening skills. Instrumentation related to imaging techniques such as radiology, magnetic resonance, PET scans, and ultrasound will be addressed. In addition, specific foci will include nerve conduction velocity examination, as well as the use of the computer enhanced equipment (e.g. Biodex, Cybex, BTE, Neurocom) for assessing strength, endurance, balance and function. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist and PT 902.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to enhance the diagnosis and management skills of PT practitioners in providing care to individuals with complex problems related to chronic illness and/or neuromuscular pathology. This includes deepening practitioners’ knowledge base regarding pathology and clinical application, as well as enhancing their understanding regarding biopsychosocial-spiritual aspects of coping and adaptation as experienced by patients with multiple diagnoses and problems. Foundational material related to pharmacology, reimbursement, care environments, and cardiopulmonary pathology and management will be presented. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist and PT 902.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to enhance the diagnosis and management skills of PT practitioners in providing care to individuals with complex problems related to acute illness and/or musculoskeletal pathology. This includes deepening practitioners’ knowledge base regarding pathology and clinical application, as well as enhancing their understanding regarding biopsychosocial-spiritual aspects of coping and adaptation as experienced by patients with multiple diagnoses and problems. Material foundational to this course is presented in PT 908. The two courses are linked, taught in modular format sequentially. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist and PT 902 and 908.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to allow the student to select an area of special interest for focus and investigation. The course work is designed to allow acquisition of knowledge and skill at an advanced level. Students will choose one specialty area out of a selection of elective topics for their in-depth study. Topics for advanced electives may vary each year based on student interest and faculty expertise. Prereq: Admission to transitional DPT track and completion of a CAPTE accredited professional – entry level physical therapy program and successful achievement of licensure. Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of 9 months of clinical activity as a professional physical therapist and PT 902.
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3.00 Credits
An analysis of common radiation hazards encountered in medicine, research, industry, and the environment. Regulations and procedures for the safe use of ionizing and nonionizing radiations. Lecture, two hours; laboratory, two and one-half hours. Prereq: PHY/RM 472G or consent of instructor. (Same as PHY/RM 545.)
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