Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 02/28/06
PTA204 19996-20062	LEC	1 Credit(s)	1 Period(s)
Physical Therapy Implications in Pathology
Role of physical therapy in the treatment of select types of pathology. Specific medication and their side effects. Effects of aging and stress. Wellness, exercise, lifestyle choices and disease prevention. Prerequisites: Admission to Physical Therapist Assisting Program and HCC204, or permission of instructor.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
PTA204   19996-20062	Physical Therapy Implications in Pathology

1.	Describe the role of physical therapy in the treatment of select types of diseases and conditions. (I-XIV)
2.	List specific medications used with physical therapy patients for specific types of diseases and conditions. (I- XIV)
3.	Describe specific side effects of medications administered to physical therapy patients. (I-XIV)
4.	Explain the impact of aging and stress upon the patient. (XV)
5.	Describe the role of physical therapy in wellness and the prevention of disease. (XVI)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
PTA204   19996-20062	Physical Therapy Implications in Pathology

I. Neoplasms A. Role of physical therapy B. Pertinent medications C. Prevention II. Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention III. Hematological and Lymphatic System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention IV. Cardiovascular System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention V. Pulmonary System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention VI. Urinary System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention VII. Reproductive System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention VIII. Endocrine System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention IX. Digestive System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention X. Musculoskeletal Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention XI. Integumentary System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention XII. Immune System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention XIII. Neurological System Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention XIV. Congenital and Genetic Disorders A. Role of physical therapy B. Medications C. Prevention XV. Age and Stress Related Changes A. Aging process B. Impact of stress C. Role of physical therapy D. Medications XVI. Wellness A. Nutrition B. Exercise C. Life-style choices D. Stress management E. Role of physical therapy

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