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PT101
Intro Phys Ther
Credits: 2
Day
Study of foreign policy components, such as the President, State and Defense Departments, Congress and the CIA and how they combine in foreign policy formulation. Analyzes current American foreign policy toward various global areas. Offered in 2004 and alternate years.

PT301
Gross&Micro Hum Anat
Credits: 5
Day
Survey of ics in the theory of numbers. Includes divisibility, Euclidean algorithm, linear Diophantine equations, congruences, number theoretic functions, primitive roots, quadratic residues and special ics such as Fibonacci numbers, cycle graphs and continued fractions. Prerequisites: two courses in Calculus; or permission of the instructor.

PT302
Neuroanatomy
Credits: 3
Day

PT303
Physio of Exercise
Credits: 3
Day

PT303L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT304
Neuroscience
Credits: 3
Day
Supervised preparation of a portfolio documenting student learning and containing a culminating written project on a ic selected by the student. Includes opportunities for integration and reflection, collaborative learning, peer review, a career workshop and public oral presentation of the senior thesis. Reviews methodology in political science, incorporates outside evaluation, primary sources and original research. Prerequisites: senior standing in political science and recommend MA/PY 140/141 Elementary Statistics.

PT305
Medical Sciences I
Credits: 3
Day

PT306
Medical Sciences II
Credits: 3
Day

PT307
Ap Anat Biomech&Eval
Credits: 4
Day

PT307L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT308
Ap Anat,Bio&Eval II
Credits: 4
Day

PT308L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT309
Human Development
Credits: 2
Day

PT311
Prf Int Patient Care
Credits: 3
Day

PT321
Therapeutic Proc
Credits: 4
Day

PT321L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT322
Eval&Treat Musc Dysf
Credits: 4
Day

PT322L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT324
Adv Rehab Problems
Credits: 4
Day

PT324L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT325
Adv Rehab Probs II
Credits: 3
Day

PT325L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT327
Eval & Treat CNS Dysf
Credits: 4
Day

PT327L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT328
Physical Modalities
Credits: 3
Day

PT328L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT329
Electrophysio Method
Credits: 3
Day

PT329L
Lab
Credits: 0
Day

PT330
Clinic Research Meth
Credits: 3
Day

PT331
Curr Iss Health Care
Credits: 3
Day

PT332
Mgmt & Supervision
Credits: 3
Day

PT333
Research Seminar
Credits: 1
Day

PT334
Thesis II
Credits: 3
Day

PT336
Clinical Intern I
Credits: 2
Day

PT337
Clinical Intern II
Credits: 2
Day

PT338
Clinical Intern III
Credits: 2
Day

PT339
Clinical Intern IV
Credits: 2
Day

PT389
Ind Study
Credits: 2
Day

PT401
Human Anatomy
Credits: 5
Day

PT402
Physiol of Exercise
Credits: 2

PT403
Physio of Exercise
Credits: 3

PT403L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT404
Neuroscience
Credits: 3

PT405
Medical Sciences I
Credits: 3

PT405A
Lwr Qtr:Lmbo-Plvc Dis
Credits: 0

PT406
Medical Sciences II
Credits: 3

PT406A
Lwr Qtr:Knee/Foot/Ankle
Credits: 0

PT407
Ap Anat Biomech&Eval
Credits: 4

PT407L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT408
Ap Anat,Bio&Eval II
Credits: 4

PT408L
Anat Lab
Credits: 0

PT409
Human Development
Credits: 2

PT410
Behavioral Sci I
Credits: 2

PT411
Psy-Soc Aspect Disab
Credits: 3

PT411L
Seminar
Credits: 0

PT412
Personnel Mgmt&Suprv
Credits: 3

PT413
Intro Patient Mgt
Credits: 1

PT413L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT414
Patient Mgmt II
Credits: 1

PT414L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT416
Med Sci III Neuro
Credits: 2

PT420
Clinical Measurement
Credits: 2

PT421
Therapeutic Proc
Credits: 4

PT421L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT422
Eval&Treat Musc Dysf
Credits: 4

PT422L
Musc Dysf Lab
Credits: 0

PT424
Adv Rehab Problems
Credits: 4

PT424L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT425
Adv Rehab Probs II
Credits: 3

PT425L
Adv Rehab Lab
Credits: 0

PT427
Eval & Treat CNS Dysf
Credits: 4

PT427L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT428
Physical Modalities
Credits: 3

PT428L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT429
Electrophysio Method
Credits: 3

PT429L
Lab
Credits: 0

PT430
Clinic Research Meth
Credits: 3

PT431
ics Health Care
Credits: 3

PT432
Administration
Credits: 3

PT433
Clinical Research
Credits: 1

PT434
Clinical Research
Credits: 1

PT435
Grand Rounds
Credits: 2

PT436
Clinical Intern I
Credits: 2

PT437
Clinical Intern II
Credits: 2

PT438
Clinical Intern III
Credits: 2
Day

PT439
Clinical Intern III
Credits: 2

PT442
Healthcare Systems
Credits: 2

PT442L
Health Care
Credits: 0

PT443
Spine
Credits: 2

PT443L
Spine Lab
Credits: 0

PT456A
Diagnostic Imging
Credits: 0

PT483
Educational Methods
Credits: 2

PT489
Ind Study
Credits: 2

PT490
Ind Study
Credits: 2

PT491
Eval&Treat Spinl Dys
Credits: 2

PT492
Rehab of Hand
Credits: 2

PT493
Intr Microcomp PartI
Credits: 2

PT494
Cancer Rehab
Credits: 2

PT495
Advanced EMG Seminar
Credits: 2

PT496
Sports Medicine
Credits: 2

PT497
Adv Neurologic Rehab
Credits: 2

PT498
Treat of Foot&Ankle
Credits: 2

PT499
Select in PhyTh
Credits: 2
Day

PT500
Second Year Phys Ther
Credits: 12

PT501
Introduction to Physical Therapist Practice
Credits: 12

This course will be given the first month of the fall semester and is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of physical therapy practice as described in the “Guide to Physical Therapist Practice” published by the American Physical Therapy Association. The spectrum of Physical Therapy roles in the health care system will be explored. A basic comprehensive approach to examination will be presented and the requisite skills will be learned. Basic forms of intervention will be introduced including coordination, communication, documentation, instruction and direct intervention. Students will also be introduced to core academic areas not directly addressed in the Guide that inform physical therapy practice in order to begin the life-long learning necessary for safe and effective practice. These areas include: anatomy, biomechanical properties of tissues, principles of measurement, and behavioral and management sciences.

PT504
Physical Therapist Teaching Methods
Credits: 2

Physical therapists assume the role of teacher in a variety of situations with a diverse group of learners. This course will explore theories and methods related to effective teaching, student learning, and assessment strategies across multiple settings including clinic, classroom, laboratory, home setting and community. The role of educational technology in teaching and learning activities will be emphasized. Examination of individual and social factors that influence health and wellness will be discussed and key concepts from behavioral theories will be applied to patient education in clinical practice situations. There will be an introduction to educational assessment strategies for community-based health programs.

PT505
Clinical Decision Making
Credits: 2

Physical therapists, like all other healthcare providers, routinely make decisions affecting patients in daily care. Such decisions may be based on a variety of sources including experience, intuition, testimonials from teachers or colleagues, and findings from the literature. This course is designed to provide a framework for making future and evaluating past clinical decisions based on the best available evidence. This course will assist the student in developing the tools needed to provide evidence-based physical therapy practice. The course will include projects and online discussions relevant to each student’s clinical practice and ensure that the student applies the theories and tools to everyday situations.

PT506
Clinical Decision Making II
Credits: 3

The need to de-mystify clinical decision-making is critical to enhance clinical evaluation and to develop a sound plan of care. The clinical reasoning process can be described using several heuristic models. The process of gathering evidence to support a decision to provide a particular intervention has also been described in the literature. This course will focus on making evidence-based decisions for individual patients build upon the framework offered in PT 505 that examines adequacy of decision for groups of patients. Prerequisite: License to practice physical therapy; must be enrolled in the transitional DPT program. PT 505 is recommended

PT508
Medical Screening
Credits: 2

This course helps to prepare the physical therapist to assume the role of an independent practitioner working within a collaborative medical model. Inherent in this role is the ability to recognize clinical manifestations that suggest physician or other health care provider contact is warranted regarding a patient’s health status. Student will apply the concept of threshold detection to identify impairments or “red flags” in medical screening that warrant referral to other professionals. An examination scheme designed to promote efficient and effective collection of patient data provide the structure for discussions. Patient cases will be presented to illustrate important medical screening principles. Professional communication with patients and physicians is also a central theme.

PT510
Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills I
Credits: 3

This course will cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases. Examination refers to the process of obtaining a relevant patient history, as well as selecting and performing appropriate tests and measures. Evaluation refers to the process of making clinical judgments (including diagnosis and prognosis) based on the information gathered during an examination. The applied anatomy and biomechanics component of this course addresses the application of physical principles to the human body. The content addresses functional aspects of the neuromusculoskeletal system using the principles of basic Newtonian mechanics.

PT510L
Examination Lab
Credits: 0

PT511
PT Examination/Evaluation Skills II
Credits: 5

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases. The anatomy of relevant regions is reviewed and is followed by a close analysis of the function of each component. The labs will provide an opportunity to analyze the functional requirements of a variety of activities of daily living.

PT511L
Exam&Intervent Lab
Credits: 0

PT520
Physical Therapy Intervention Skills I
Credits: 3

Basic aspects of patient/client management are covered that relate to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases. Intervention includes appropriate selection and application of specific treatment procedures as well as other skilled interactions with the patient and other individuals as required. Intervention strategies are based on the results of an appropriate examination and evaluation. Several skills and intervention strategies that are central to the practice of physical therapy are covered at a basic level.

PT520L
Intervention Lab
Credits: 0

PT521
PT Intervention Skills II
Credits: 4

This course is a continuation of basic aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases. Intervention includes appropriate selection and application of specific treatment procedures as well as other skilled interactions with the patient and other individuals as required.

PT530
Exposure to Physical Therapy in a Health Care System
Credits: 0

This course is designed to expose physical therapist students to the current health care milieu. In addition, the student is provided an opportunity for a practicing clinician to evaluate the student’s behavior in areas such as safety, personal and interpersonal professional demeanor, ethical and legal standards, communication and responsibility for self-learning.

PT531
Clinical Education
Credits: 0

PT540
Behavioral & Management Science
Credits: 2

This course is intended to help provide an understanding of the complexities of working within the health care delivery system and to enhance critical thinking with an introduction to research methods and skills. The student will be introduced to the theories and principles required to understand the psychological and social aspects of working with patients, clients, families and other health care professionals and the operation of clinical physical therapy services in a variety of settings. This course enhances your understanding of clinical practice and the health care delivery system in the United States by exploring in-depth the finance and delivery mechanisms employed and familiarize you with the terminology used in health care today. Literature relevant to clinical practice will be critically examined within each unit.

PT541
Behavioral & Management Sciences II
Credits: 3

PT546
Intro to Epidemiology
Credits: 3

PT547
Health Promotion & Wellness
Credits: 2

Prevention, risk reduction and health promotion are activities included in the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and although physical therapists have performed these activities with individual patients/clients, participation in broader programs for communities or groups of people is an area of significant need and opportunity. Health promotion and wellness theory will be presented in this course to prepare physical therapists to integrate these concepts into their current practice and/or to expand their practices and consultative skills in the prevention arena. Students will also be introduced to a variety of techniques commonly used in the strategic planning process and will use those techniques to develop a plan for the introduction of a health promotion program relevant to their own practice setting or worksite. After the introduction and discussion of key concepts, including assessment and program planning, students will complete a project and develop a health promotion program using the health promotion approach and strategic planning processes.

PT550
Biomedical Sciences I
Credits: 5

This course includes traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there will be a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes. Gross anatomy objectives are included although students are responsible for self-directed study in this ic. UNIT CONTENT FALL 1st YEAR Unit 1-Practice Pattern: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary B: Impaired aerobic capacity/endurance associated with deconditionng. An example for this pattern is an 88-year-old woman who was admitted to an acute care hospital with compalints of shortness of breath at rest and a prductive cough for 2 weeks. UNIT 2-Practice Pattern: Musculoskeletal E: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with localized inflammation. An example for this pattern is a 25-year-old male who fell playing recreational basketball. The patient reported immediate pain and edema and an inability to put full weight on his leg. UNIT 3-Practice Pattern: Neuromuscular D: Impaired motor function and sensory integrity associated with non-progressive disorders of the central nervous system–acquired in adolescence or adulthood. An example of this pattern is a 66-year-old white female who was admitted to the hospital with an inability to move the left side of her body. CT scan revealed a right middle cerebral artery infarct. UNIT 4-Practice Pattern: Musculoskeletal C: Impaired muscle performance. An example for this pattern is a 27-year-old woman who complained of pain and weakness in her arms. The patient has a history of rheumatoid arthritis. She is now able to move her arms without pain and has been referred to outpatient physical therapy for strengthening exercises.

PT550L
Biomed Sci Lab
Credits: 0

PT551
Biomedical Sciences II
Credits: 7

A continuation of working within the health care delivery system as a physical therapist, the psychological and social aspects of working with patients, and critical thinking. This course prepares you to assume management responsibilities appropriate to your position and stage of clinical practice. UNIT CONTENT SPRING 1st YEAR UNIT 5-Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal D: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with connective tissue dysfunction. AND Neuromuscular H: Impaired motor Function, peripheral nerve integrity, and sensory integrity associated with non-progressive disorders of the spinal cord. An example for these patterns is a 37-year-old male who has T10 paraplegia from a motor vehicle accident 6 months ago. The patient has developed shoulder pain which has affected his ability to propel his wheelchair. UNIT 6-Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal G: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with fracture. An example for this pattern is a 56-year-old woman of Asian descent who fell on ice. She sustained a colles fracture and the wrist was immobilized for 8 weeks. UNIT 7-Practice Patterns: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary C: Impaired ventilation, respiration/gas exchange, and aerobic capacity/endurance associated with airway clearance dysfunction. An example for this pattern is a 71-year-old woman with a 20 year history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease for which she was treated with corticosteroids. The patient is awaiting a lung transplant due to an inability to perform ADL and IADL’s. She was hospitalized with a lung abscess which developed into septicemia. The apitent was tranferred to the ICU and has been referred to PT. UNIT 8-Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal I: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with bony or soft tissue surgery. An example of this pattern is a 34-year-old man who tore his meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament while skiing. He had reconstructive surgery and is referred to out-patient physical therapy. UNIT 9-Practice Patterns: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary D: Impaired aerobic capacity/endurance associated with cardiovascular pump dysfunction or failure AND Neuromuscular G: Impaired motor function and sensory integrity associated with acute or chronic polyneuropathies. An example of these patterns is an obese 60-year-old man who sustained an anterior wall myocardial infarction and underwent triple coronary artery bypass surgery. The patient also has a 10 year history of diabetes mellitus. He is referred to phase 2 cardiac rehab. UNIT 10–Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal H: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with joint arthroplasty AND Neuromuscular E: Impaired motor function and sensory integrity associated with progressive disorders of the central nervous system AND Integumentary D: Impaired integumentary integrity associated with full-thickness skin involvement of scar formation. An example of these patterns is an 84-year-old woman who lives in an independent care facility. She fell in her bathroom and fractured her hip. She was transferred to the hospital and underwent total hip arthroplasty. The patient also has Parkinson’s disease and while in the hospital, she developed a grade 3 pressure sore on her heel.

PT551L
Lab
Credits: 0

A continuation of the traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there is a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes. Gross anatomy objectives are included although students are responsible for self-directed study in this ic.

PT555
Pharmacology
Credits: 2

Individuals involved in healthcare recognize that drugs can influence patients’ response to physical rehabilitation. Medication can provide beneficial effects that act synergistically with physical therapy treatments, or they can generate side effects that may adversely affect rehabilitation goals. This course presents some of the basic drug classes and the physiologic basis of their action. Drugs are grouped according to their general effects and the type of disorders, for which they are routinely used to treat. Special emphasis will be placed on drugs that are commonly used to treat disorders seen in patients receiving physical therapy, and how drug therapy interacts with rehabilitation.

PT555C
Pharmacology
Credits: 0

PT556
Diagnostic Imaging
Credits: 2

This course is an overview of the various types of diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiography, computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear imaging. General principles related to indications, strengths and limitations of each method will be discussed. Specific procedures related to various anatomic regions and pathologies will also be covered. Case study presentations will be used to emphasize the decision making related to diagnostic imaging studies and what relevant information can be provided. Clinical decision-making in the context of evidence-based practice will guide the discussion of each case.

PT556C
Diagnostic Imaging
Credits: 0

PT600
Introduction to Physical Therapy Practice
Credits: 5

PT601
Physical Therapist Practice
Credits: 7

This course builds upon the basic understanding of physical therapy practice acquired during the first year of study. The course includes the traditional biological science of gross human anatomy, the physical science of biomechanics and applied anatomy, and components of patient management related to examination, evaluation, and intervention. The study of the basic structure and function of the human body will be accomplished through lecture, demonstration and dissection. Gross anatomy will emphasize the extremities and trunk although the whole body will be examined. Also included is a review of embryology. The laboratory sessions are devoted primarily to handling the bony skeleton and supervised dissection. Biomechanics and applied anatomy and the clinical content will highlight the function of the spine using a patient case for reference.

PT610
PT Exam/Eval Skills III
Credits: 1

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT611
PT Exam/Evaluation Skills IV
Credits: 6

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT611L
Exam & Inter Lab
Credits: 0

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT612
Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills I
Credits: 3

PT613
Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills II
Credits: 5

PT613L

Credits: 0

PT620
PT Intervention Skills III
Credits: 2

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT621
PT Intervention Skills IV
Credits: 2

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT622
Physical Therapy Intervention Skills I
Credits: 3

Basic aspects of patient/client management are covered that are related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases. Intervention includes appropriate selection and application of specific treatment procedures as well as other skilled interactions with the patient and other individuals as required. Intervention strategies are based on the results of an appropriate examination and evaluation. Several skills and intervention strategies that are central to the practice of physical therapy are covered at a basic level.

PT623
Physical Therapy Intervention Skills II
Credits: 4

PT630
Clinical Internship I
Credits: 4

This first of three clinical internships in the curriculum is eight weeks in length and occurs after one year of academic coursework. This clinical experience is the student’s first formal full-time exposure to the practice of physical therapy. The school respects that not all patient types can be available to each student during a clinical experience, but a varied caseload is encouraged. Close supervision and additional clinical teaching may be required in all areas of clinical practice. Emphasis is placed on developing good interpersonal skills with supervisors, patients, and other health care practitioners. It also focuses on oral and written communication skills, performing physical therapy examinations, evaluation, intervention planning and implementation on cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, medical/surgical and orthopedic patients, and providing basic functional training. The student should begin to appreciate the role of the physical therapist in the interdisciplinary team and the responsibilities involved in carrying a patient caseload. By the final two weeks of the clinical experience, the student should be managing approximately two-thirds of a caseload that is setting appropriate.

PT631
Clinical Internship II
Credits: 6

This second of three full-time clinical experiences in the curriculum is twelve weeks long. It encompasses two years of didactic information and experience gained in the first clinical setting. Since students are required during the program to complete clinical work in both inpatient and outpatient settings, this experience is probably different from the previous experience.

PT632
Exposure to Physical Therapy in a Health Care System
Credits: 1

These two courses are designed to expose new physical therapy students to the current health care milieu. This is not designed to be a full-time clinical internship. Some specific components that students are exposed to may include: 1. Inpatient and outpatient OT and PT practice, 2. A wide variety of situations to provide observational and/or hands-on experience with elements of LAMP: Leadership, Administration, Management, and Professionalism, 3. Clinical and administrative projects that therapists perform in practice. In addition, this course provides the student an opportunity for a practicing clinician to evaluate the behavior in areas such as safety, personal and interpersonal professional demeanor, ethical and legal standards, communication, and responsibility for self- learning. Students are assigned to a clinical site 4 hours every other week for 10 weeks in the fall and 10 weeks in the spring of the first year. A clinical activity will be assigned for each clinical week and will coincide with the current academic learning unit. Assignments will be completed in response to each clinical activity, and in the “off week” students will meet on campus during the Tuesday morning time slot in small groups to complete and share assignments in a problem based, collaborative experience.

PT633
Exposure to PT in Hlth Care System
Credits: 1

PT635
Clin Educ Experience
Credits: 6

This course is a continuation of aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT636
Clin Ed Exper II
Credits: 1

This course is a continuation of aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT640
Behavioral & Management Sciences III
Credits: 3

PT641
Behavioral & Management Sciences IV
Credits: 4

PT642
Behavioral and Management Sciences I
Credits: 2

This course is intended to help provide an understanding of the complexities of working within the health care delivery system and to enhance critical thinking with an introduction to research methods and skills. The student will be introduced to the theories and principles required to understand the psychological and social aspects of working with patients, clients, families and other health care professionals and the operation of clinical physical therapy services in a variety of settings. This course enhances your understanding of clinical practice and the health care delivery system in the United States by exploring indepth the finance and delivery mechanisms employed, and familiarizes you with the terminology used in health care today. Literature relevant to clinical practice will be critically examined within each unit.

PT643
Behavioral & Management Sciences II
Credits: 3

PT645
Strategic Planning for Clinical Program Development
Credits: 2

This course is designed to provide a guided experience in the use of the strategic planning process to develop a new clinical program in the health care environment. Students will be introduced to a variety of techniques commonly used in the strategic planning process and will use those techniques to develop a plan for the introduction of a new program of choice in their respective institutions. The course is intended for individuals who currently are engaged in clinical practice regardless of their position within their respective organizations.

PT650
Biomedical Sciences III
Credits: 1

PT651
Biomedical Sciences IV
Credits: 4

PT652
Biomedical Sciences I
Credits: 5

This course will include traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there will be a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes. Gross anatomy objectives are included although students are responsible for self-directed study in this ic. UNIT CONTENT FALL 1st YEAR Unit 1-Practice Pattern: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary B: Impaired aerobic capacity/endurance associated with deconditioning. An example for this pattern is an 88 year old woman who was admitted to an acute care hospital with complaints of shortness of breath at rest and a productive cough for 2 weeks. UNIT 2-Practice Pattern: Musculoskeletal E: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with localized inflammation. An example for this pattern is a 25-year-old male who fell playing recreational basketball. The patient reported immediate pain and edema and an inability to put full weight on his leg. UNIT 3-Practice Pattern: Neuromuscular D: Impaired motor function and sensory integrity associated with non-progressive disorders of the central nervous system–acquired in adolescence or adulthood. An example of this pattern is a 66-year-old white female who was admitted to the hospital with an inability to move the left side of her body. CT scan revealed a right middle cerebral artery infarct. UNIT 4-Practice Pattern: Musculoskeletal C: Impaired muscle performance. An example for this pattern is a 27-year-old woman who complained of pain and weakness in her arms. The patient has a history of rheumatoid arthritis. She is now able to move her arms without pain and has been referred to outpatient physical therapy for strengthening exercises.

PT653
Biomedical Sciences II
Credits: 7

A continuation of the traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there will be a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes. Gross anatomy objectives are included although students are responsible for self-directed study in this ic. UNIT CONTENT SPRING 1st YEAR UNIT 5-Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal D: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with connective tissue dysfunction. AND Neuromuscular H: Impaired motor Function, peripheral nerve integrity, and sensory integrity associated with non-progressive disorders of the spinal cord. An example for these patterns is a 37-year-old male who has T10 paraplegia from a motor vehicle accident 6 months ago. The patient has developed shoulder pain which has affected his ability to propel his wheelchair. UNIT 6-Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal G: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with fracture. An example for this pattern is a 56-year-old woman of Asian descent who fell on ice. She sustained a colles fracture and the wrist was immobilized for 8 weeks. UNIT 7-Practice Patterns: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary C: Impaired ventilation, respiration/gas exchange, and aerobic capacity/endurance associated with airway clearance dysfunction. An example for this pattern is a 71-year-old woman with a 20 year history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease for which she was treated with corticosteroids. The patient is awaiting a lung transplant due to an inability to perform ADL and IADL’s. She was hospitalized with a lung abscess which developed into septicemia. The patient was tranferred to the ICU and has been referred to PT. UNIT 8-Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal I: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with bony or soft tissue surgery. An example of this pattern is a 34-year-old man who tore his meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament while skiing. He had reconstructive surgery and is referred to out-patient physical therapy. UNIT 9-Practice Patterns: Cardiovascular/Pulmonary D: Impaired aerobic capacity/endurance associated with cardiovascular pump dysfunction or failure AND Neuromuscular G: Impaired motor function and sensory integrity associated with acute or chronic polyneuropathies. An example of these patterns is an obese 60-year-old man who sustained an anterior wall myocardial infarction and underwent triple coronary artery bypass surgery. The patient also has a 10 year history of diabetes mellitus. He is referred to phase 2 cardiac rehab. UNIT 10–Practice Patterns: Musculoskeletal H: Impaired joint mobility, motor function, muscle performance, and range of motion associated with joint arthroplasty AND Neuromuscular E: Impaired motor function and sensory integrity associated with progressive disorders of the central nervous system AND Integumentary D: Impaired integumentary integrity associated with full-thickness skin involvement of scar formation. An example of these patterns is an 84-year-old woman who lives in an independent care facility. She fell in her bathroom and fractured her hip. She was transferred to the hospital and underwent total hip arthroplasty. The patient also has Parkinson’s disease and while in the hospital, she developed a grade 3 pressure sore on her heel.

PT655
Joint Anatomy
Credits: 2

This course utilizes prosected cadaver specimens to review the details of joint anatomy for the extremities and spine. Current literature related to the functional aspects and application of joint anatomy to clinical practice is reviewed and discussed for each region.

PT656
Neuromuscular Tissues and Motor Control
Credits: 2

This course reviews the basic structure and function of various tissues within the neuromusculoskeletal system. These will include muscle, nerve and various connective tissues such as tendon, ligament, cartilage and bone. The effects of altered patterns of use, common pathologies, and common interventions will be discussed for each tissue as well. The neural control of multi-joint limb movement will be discussed using current literature on motor control, cognition and motor learning including discussion of the relevance of the research on clinical practice. Traditional and contemporary theories will be contrasted to assist in developing direct intervention strategies using skill acquisition theories. Emphasis will be placed on reading and applying current basic science literature to justify and guide the practice of physical therapy.

PT689
Ind Study
Credits: 2

PT689A
Independent Study
Credits: 4

PT689B
Independent Study
Credits: 4

PT700
Physical Therapist Practice II
Credits: 7

PT701
PT Practice III
Credits: 4

PT702
Case Analysis
Credits: 2

Students develop a comprehensive case presentation based on a selected patient/client in their practice setting. The case analysis will demonstrate the clinical decision making process used to guide patient/client management throughout the episode of care, including the examination, evaluation, prognosis and planned interventions. Students will address the use of specific diagnostic tests and imaging studies related to the case, the implications of the pharmacologic management of the patient and specific outcomes measures as they relate to decision making and effective interventions.

PT705
Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Credits: 2

Management of common orthopaedic conditions related to the extremities and spine including non-surgical and post-operative problems.

PT706
Neurologic Physical Therapy
Credits: 2

Management of hemiplegia, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and common pediatric conditions such as cerebral palsy.

PT707
Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
Credits: 2

Management of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other respiratory illnesses and as well as patients following myocardial infarction or thoracic surgery including coronary artery bypass.

PT710
Physical Therapy Examination/Evaluation Skills V
Credits: 4

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT712
PT Examination/Evaluation Skills III
Credits: 1

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases. (old #610)

PT713
Physical Therapy Exam/Eval Skills IV
Credits: 6

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases. (old #611)

PT720
Physical Therapy Intervention Skills V
Credits: 2

This course is a continuation of basic aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT722
PT Intervention Skills III
Credits: 2

This course is a continuation of basic aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient case. (old #620)

PT723
PT Interv Skills IV
Credits: 2

This course is a continuation of aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT731
Clinical Internship III
Credits: 8

This final sixteen week clinical experience applies and builds upon all previous didactic information and clinical experiences in the curriculum. It is scheduled after completion of all of the academic courses, except for the final three weeks prior to graduation. The didactic portion of the course is in lecture and seminar format.

PT732
Clinical Education Experience I
Credits: 4

PT740
Behavioral & Managmant Sciences V
Credits: 3

PT742
Behavioral & Management Sciences III
Credits: 3

PT743
Behavioral & Management Sciences IV
Credits: 4

PT750
Biomedical Sci V
Credits: 1

This course includes traditional biological sciences of microscopic anatomy, physiology of exercise, and neuroscience. In addition, there is a survey of various medical and surgical conditions and their underlying pathological processes.

PT752
Biomedical Sciences III
Credits: 1

PT753
Biomedical Sci IV
Credits: 4

PT789
Independent Study
Credits: 1

PT789B
International Pro Bono Experience
Credits: 1

PT790
Professional Writing in Physical Therapy I
Credits: 1

A one-day seminar that will focus on the writing for professional publication and the basic processes involved with successfully publishing in scientific, peer-reviewed journals. An emphasis will be placed on writing case-reports.

PT791
Professional Writing in Physical Therapy II
Credits: 2

Students work with a faculty mentor throughout the semester to develop a case report manuscript or equivalent written work deemed suitable for submission to a professional scientific journal.

PT800
Physical Therapist Practice III
Credits: 3

This course is the capstone experience of the curriculum. It will build upon the basic understanding of physical therapy practice acquired during the didactic and clinical educational experiences. The course will serve to integrate content and focus on professional behavior, the physical therapy science related to examination, evaluation, and intervention, and gaps in our knowledge. In addition to guest lectures and group discussion related to these ics, students will present a case report, or their research findings.

PT812
PT Exam/Eval Skills V
Credits: 3

This course continues to cover basic aspects of patient/client management related to examination and evaluation in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT822
PT Intervention Skills V
Credits: 2

This course is a continuation of basic aspects of patient/client management related to intervention in the context of the specific patient cases.

PT832
Clinical Education Experience II
Credits: 6

PT833
Clinical Experience III
Credits: 5

This final ten week clinical experience applies and builds upon all previous didactic information and clinical experience in the curriculum. It is scheduled after completion of all of the academic courses, except for the final three-weeks prior to graduation. The didactic portion of the course is in lecture and seminar format.

PT842
Behavioral&Mgmt Sciences V
Credits: 3

PT852
Biomedical Sciences V
Credits: 1

PT889
Independent Study
Credits: 2

This experience is offered during year three of the entry-level curriculum. The course is designed to offer the students the opportunity to select one of 4 tracks: research, education, pro bono physical therapy, or professional writing. This experience provides the opportunity for the student to acquire an additional opportunity and additional knowledge in one of four aspects of professional behavior. If a research project is selected for this activity, approval must be received from the Arcadia University Committee on Protection of Research Subjects. The individual advisor, as appropiate to each project, will specify other requirements and activities. Prerequisites: Successful completion of the courses in the first two years of the physical therapy curriculum

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