PTAE 113 Clinical Pathology

An overview of basic disease progression and classification with special emphasis to the inflammatory response are presented in this course. Exploration of pathologies are presented that include: oncology, developmental and genetic diseases, hemodynamic disorders, nutritional pathology, infectious disease, cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, lymphatic, endocrine, and dermatological disorders. Musculoskeletal and other pathologies treated with physical therapy interventions are also explored. Only those students who have been accepted into the Physical Therapist Assistant Program are eligible to register for this course. Corequisites: PTAE 101, PTAE 107, PTAE 110.

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2.00 Credits

PTAE 113Clinical Pathology

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I. General Information

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II. Course Specification

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III. Catalog Course Description

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Explain the following with regards to selected pathologies and disorders: Underlying circumstances and phases of disease and dysfunctions, including pathology and etiology. Epdemiological factors including incidence, outcomes, and risk factors the signs and symptoms associated with the disorders. Common medical/surgical interventions. Commond medical diagnostic tests and procedures. Common pharmacological agents used. Prognosis, goal setting, implementaiton and intervention of appropriate physical therapy interventions. Explain the role various health care providers have in the management of comennonly seen pathologies.
Describe the concepts of tissue repair, remodeling and regeneration.
Describe the effects of bed rest and immobilization of a body part on various tissues and systems.
Describe basic blood measurements, normal values, and general implications of abnormal values.
Compare the various behavioral, social and environmental factors of disease.
Discuss the psychosocial implications of disease including psychological, psychophysiological and chronic pain disorders.
Explain theories related to health and illness (i.e. biomedical theory, homeostasis, and general adaptation syndrome).
Analyze the significance of selected infectious diseases, bacterial and viral origin and their effect on physical therapy interventions.
Identify special tests used for people with neurological conditions.
As a PTA, apply contraindications, precautions and special indications for patients with endocrine, metabolic and nutritional disorders, urinary and digestive systems disease.
Name the theories related to the aging process.
Research various cardiovascular, pulmonary or neurological disorders with their etiology, clinical signs and symptoms and their contraindications to treatment.
Discuss selected pathologies and disorders from the following systems of the human body, including, but not limited to: Respriatory - COPD, CRPD, Asthema. Immunopathology - Allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, carcinogenesis, spina bifida. Cardiovascular. Integumentary - Burns, Dermal Ulcers. Musculoskeletal - Scoliosis, MD, Torticollis, Osteoporosis, Peget's disease, OA, DDD, Osteomyelitis, Septic arthritis, Myositis, Diskitis, Myofascial pain syndrome, Ankylosing spondylitis, Fractures. Neurological Disorders - SCI, CVA, ALS, MS, parkinsons, TBI, Developmental Disorders, Neuroanatomy. Endocrine/Metabolic - Thyroid disorders, Obesity, Diabetes, Metabolic syndrome. Digestive and Urinary - describe pathology, anatomy, and physiology.

PTAE 113 Clinical Pathology

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