PHTA 1172 Pathology I for the PTA
This course presents students with a body systems approach to the etiology, pathology, signs/symptoms, risk factors, and prognosis and medical treatment of specific diseases and conditions across the lifespan often seen in physical therapy. Students will be introduced to behavioral, social, and environmental factors contributing to disease and dysfunction as well as the psychosocial-spiritual impact on health care. Primary systems of study include musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary, and endocrine and diseases affecting multiple systems. Students will study the fundamental basis of these diseases and conditions related to these systems and discuss related physical therapy implications. This course may be taught in an on-line or hybrid format.
Prerequisite
Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant program and
BIOL 2644 (or concurrent enrollment) - Must be taken either prior to or at the same time as this course.
Distribution
Physical Therapist Assistant
Lecture Hours
2
Lab Hours
0
Fees
25