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Professional Year II Term V PTH516 Psychosocial Issues in Health Care (Intensive) 3 credits This course offers a general overview of various aspects of behavioral sciences as they apply to the profession of Physical Therapy. Students are introduced to the inter- and intrapersonal dynamics of working with patients/clients. Learning is facilitated by class discussions, role playing and guest speakers. Topics include conflict resolution, stress management, body image/sexuality, domestic violence, coping with death and dying, and cultural sensitivity. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework. PTH544 Integumentary System 2 credits This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the integumentary system, normal and abnormal physiology, recognition of dermatological conditions requiring referral to other healthcare providers, patient’s individual contributing factors in the causes of wounds, and the clinical management of wounds in the context of current physical therapy practice. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework. PTH608 Integrated Clinical Experience II (Full-time - 8 weeks) (P/F) 4 credits This is the first full-time clinical experience (8 weeks) under the supervision and guidance of licensed physical therapists in facilities throughout the U.S. Students practice skills and knowledge acquired during the first year of the curriculum in a wide variety of clinical settings and begin to develop entry-level competence in essential physical therapy practice skills. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework. PTH630 Sports Injury Management & Prevention 2 credits-elective This course provides students information and knowledge concerning prevention, mechanisms, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injury. Emphasis will be on sports evaluations, treatments and prevention of injury by incorporating principles related to cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, strength training, muscular endurance, plyometrics, speed, and agility training. Topics include neurology, orthopedics, sports physical therapy, and alternative medicine/ complimentary therapies. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework.
Term VI PTH511 Management of the Pediatric & Adolescent Patient 5 credits This course explores the management of the pediatric/adolescent patient. Content includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and measurement of outcomes as they relate to the 0-21 year population. Topics of normal/abnormal development, standardized testing, and use of a team approach are investigated. Evidence based practice, clinical cases, and The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice are implicit aspects of the course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework. PTH527 Integrated Clinical Experience III (Part-time) (P/F) 1 credit-^required elective This is the second 40-hour integrated clinical experience in which each student is provided with opportunities to be involved in direct patient care and to practice clinical skills learned in the classroom and lab. This course also includes a 10 hour classroom component to prepare students for a full-time clinical experience that occurs in the subsequent Term. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework. PTH541 Neurological Clinical Management I 3 credits This is the first of two (2) courses specific to PT management of patients with neurological deficits. The students will develop skills in examination, evaluation, and interventions for individuals with movement dysfunction due to neurological deficits (acquired/ progressive/ developmental). Emphasis will be placed on choosing and developing appropriate evaluation and intervention skills using an evidence-based practice format, including assessing effectiveness of plans. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework. 356