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2023-2024 Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Catalog [PAST CATALOG]

PTA 202 - Physical Therapist Assistant 4

4 credit hours - 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of college laboratory; one term.
Theory and pathology of conditions which may require long-term rehabilitation techniques. Skill development focuses on techniques which enhance the level of function. Lab fee $100.

Prerequisite(s): PTA 104 , PTA 105  and PSY 211 .

Corequisite(s): PTA 201  and PTA 203 .

Note: Typically offered at MC and OL; fall term.

Course Outcomes:
 

  • Analyze the anatomy, etiology, and pathology involved in common pathologies which may require extensive rehabilitation:
  • Demonstrate competence with data collection methods for conditions that may require extensive rehabilitation within the PT plan of care
  • Demonstrate safety and competence with interventions for conditions that may require extensive rehabilitation within the PT plan of care
  • Model effective communication with patients, caregivers, and members of the health care team about extensive rehabilitation conditions and related patient care
  • Demonstrate competence with documenting essential elements related to rehabilitation
  • Identify the significance of diagnostic and standardized tests performed by the physical therapist and when appropriate, the physical therapist assistant.
  • Identify the role of the physical therapist assistant in discharge planning and formulate discharge recommendations for the supervising physical therapist
  • Demonstrate proficiency with computer skills during written and oral presentations
  • Demonstrate proficiency with using evidence-based research during written and oral presentations
  • Integrate diversity and cultural awareness when treating complex patients