May 19, 2024  
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PTA 103 - Clinical Skills for the Physical Therapist Assistant

Semester Offered: Spring Only
Clinical Skills for the PTA is an introduction to the technical and professional skills needed to care for patients in varied settings. This course introduces data collection and documentation of physiological measures, strength and balance. In addition, it covers positioning and draping, body mechanics, and functional activity training. Common diseases and conditions encountered in the field of physical therapy are introduced. In lab, students will practice: manual muscle testing, vital sign measurement, posture, balance and exertion scales, pain scales, functional mobility training and documentation.
Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BIO 208 , BIO 218  
Corequisite(s): PTA 102 , PTA 104  


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