PTA 203 - Pathology

This course examines the signs, symptoms, etiology, prognosis, medical diagnostics, interventions, and treatment of diseases commonly encountered in physical therapy practice. Topics and systems covered include cardiopulmonary, respiratory, musculoskeletal, integumentary, hematologic, endocrine, gastrointestinal, renal, psychological, oncological, and infectious diseases. The role of physical therapy in specific disease management and rehabilitation is introduced.

Prerequisite
A “C” or better in the following courses: PTA 100, PTA 113, PTA 201, PTA 207, and BIOL 142 or BIOL 145, and BIOL 150 or concurrent enrollment in BIOL 150.

Credits: 2
Lecture Hours
2
Lab Hours
0 lab hours per week

Academic Level
1.2