Schedule
Tue, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (10/24/2022 - 12/15/2022) Location: MAIN BRCHM 26
Thu, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (10/24/2022 - 12/15/2022) Location: MAIN BRCHM 26
Description
This course emphasizes the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, and interventions used to treat wounds and other integument impairments including amputation/prosthetic care, scar and edema management. Specific topics that are discussed include (but are not limited to) the prevention of skin disorders, management of burns and other open wounds, and the use of specific modalities to facilitate wound repair. During the course, students are expected to demonstrate competency in the professional behaviors necessary for becoming an effective physical therapist.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the physical therapy program and successful completion of all prior coursework therein or permission of the course director and the Physical Therapy Program Director.
Offered: Fall 2 semester
(2 credit hours)