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  • PTA 272: Patient Care Skills III

    3.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (5 Hrs ) This course is a continuation of study of the principles and techniques of physical therapy procedures. Patient tests and measures and assessment techniques will be presented that build on the information from PTA 152, PTA 162 and PTA 164. Tests and measures, assessment techniques and interventions in the areas of cardiac status, respiratory status and balance and function will be presented. Tests and measures and assessment and treatment interventions related to amputation will be presented. Discharge planning and home environment assessment will also be presented in a problem-solving format. The goals and principles of therapeutic exercise and the following types of physical agents will be introduced: electrotherapy (for tone reduction, strengthening, pain reduction, and wound healing), diathermy and laser. Course material will be presented in a contextual framework. (Theory 3 hours, Lab 6 hours) Fall Prerequisite: PTA 162 Corequisites: CIS 190; PSYC 232; PTA 274; PTA 278; RELI
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  • PTA 274: Medical Lectures

    3.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (3 Hrs) This course will include the presentation of diagnoses in the medical, orthopedic and neurological areas of medicine. The clinical manifestations of these diagnoses, including etiology, symptomatology, medical management (surgical and non-surgical), and prognosis will be addressed. Healthcare specialists will present topics of relevance to the practice of physical therapy in a lecture/discussion format. (Theory 3 hours) Fall Corequisite: PTA 272
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  • PTA 278: Clinical Education II

    8.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (1 Hr) The Clinical Education units of the curriculum are designed to provide the student with opportunities to develop skills in clinical decision-making and patient care. The level of skill development and independence in the clinical setting are expected to progress as the student proceeds through the four levels of clinical experiences. Students' activities will include, but may not be limited to, patient care experiences in acute and outpatientsettings. Clinical Education II is scheduled in Semester III of the PTA curriculum. (Clinical 8 hours for 14 weeks) Fall Corequisite: PTA 272
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  • PTA 282: Patient Care Skills IV

    8.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (5 Hrs ) Treatment techniques taught in this unit will be integrated with previous coursework in order to achieve comprehensive management of the patient. Review and update of new techniques with muscle, joint and soft tissue techniques and neurological treatment approaches will be presented in lectures and structured laboratory sessions. Students will be challenged to provide the rationale for patient care plans presented to them and for identifying organized and efficient sequencing of components of given treatment sessions. A unit of study will be presented on the delivery of service for the pediatric population. The sequence of study will include fetal life, premature birth, infancy, childhood, and adolescence. Within each time frame, an integration of motor, cognitive, language and psychosocial development will be discussed. Physical therapy issues pertinent to each stage of development will be covered. Principles and special issues related to treating older adults will also be presented. This course will be offered during the first six weeks of the semester. (Theory 10.5 hours, Lab 8 hours for 6 weeks) Spring Prerequisite: PTA 272 Corequisites: PTA 284; PTA 288; PTA 298
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  • PTA 284: Physical Therapist Assistant Seminar

    6.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (2 Hrs) In a seminar format, selected topics pertinent to the graduating physical therapist assistant will be presented: information related to employment; analytical tools for evaluating physical therapy practice and research (reviewing literature); varied professional roles of the PTA including the PTA as educator; continuous quality improvement; computers in the clinic; licensure application process and exam preparation strategies; review of the Indiana PT Practice Act and Rules and Regulations; the "Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services"; and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This course will be offered during the first six weeks of the semester. (Theory 6 hours for 6 weeks) Spring Corequisite: PTA 282
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  • PTA 288: Clinical Education III

    5.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (5 Hrs ) The Clinical Education units of the curriculum are designed to provide the student with opportunities to develop skills in clinical decision-making and patient care. The level of skill development and independence in the clinical setting are expected to progress as the student proceeds through the four levels of clinical experiences. Students' activities will include, but may not be limited to, patient care experiences in acute and outpatient settings. Clinical Education III is five weeks and will occur during weeks 7 through 11 of Semester IV of the PTA curriculum. (Clinical 40 hours for 5 weeks) Spring Corequisite: PTA 282
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  • PTA 298: Clinical Education IV

    5.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (5 Hrs ) The Clinical Education units of the curriculum are designed to provide the student with opportunities to develop skills in clinical decision-making and patient care. The level of skill development and independence in the clinical setting are expected to progress as the student proceeds through the four levels of clinical experiences. Students' activities will include, but may not be limited to, patient care experiences in acute and outpatient settings. Clinical Education IV is five weeks and will occur during weeks 12 through 16 of Semester IV of the PTA curriculum. (Clinical 40 hours for 5 weeks) Spring Corequisite: PTA 282
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  • RAD 166: Radiographic Procedures I

    2.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (3 Hrs) This is a lecture and laboratory study of the positioning of routine radiographic examinations. Emphasis is placed on the appendicular skeleton, chest, abdomen, and spine. (Theory 2 hours, Lab 4 hours) Fall Corequisites: BIOL 261; RAD 167; RAD 168
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  • RAD 167: Principles of Radiography I

    3.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (3 Hrs) This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of radiographic principles. Major emphasis is placed on basic fundamentals, production of X-rays, recording the image, equipment and accessories utilized in obtaining quality images. (Theory 3 hours) Fall Corequisites: RAD 166; RAD 168
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  • RAD 168: Clinical Education I

    4.00 Credits
    University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

    (4 Hrs) Clinical application of radiographic positioning, exposure techniques and departmental procedures are covered under the direct supervision of a registered technologist. The course includes an introduction to the program, the radiology profession and terminology pertinent to the medical profession. (Clinical 16 hours) Fall Corequisites: RAD 166; RAD 167
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