CATALOG - University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

profession and ready them for the Neuromuscular III course: Advanced Evaluation and Intervention.Topics taught include treatment theories including Motor Relearning Program and the Task OrientedApproach, and examination and treatment of the postural control system and gait. Students will alsoperform a mock physical therapy evaluation and practice lab activities specific to concept from PHT5143C and PHT 5145C not covered in the OT curriculum (i.e., NDT techniques for balance and gait andPNF patterns and techniques for gait, the trunk and the lower extremities. This course will assist intransitioning the Dual student from the OT curriculum to the PT curriculum and the role of the physicaltherapist in neurologic rehabilitation.PHT 5405 - Psychosocial and Ethical Aspects of Physical Therapy Hours: 3Students in this course explore how psychosocial and ethical issues are related to and impact the practiceof physical therapy (PT). This course facilitates the students' use of tools to analyze and respond toethical dilemmas, and teaches students how to integrate psychological treatments into the practice of PTto enhance patients' outcomes. Specific issues, including chemical dependency, domestic violence,chronic conditions and grief, and pain are also addressed and applied to the practice of PT. Prerequisites:Research I or permission of the professor.PHT 5702C - Prosthetics Hour: 1Course focuses on the rehabilitation management of lower extremity amputations and prosthetics. Basiccomponents include types of prosthetics, fitting, patient care, utilization, exercise programs, gait analysisand training, as well as psychosocial components, preventive care issues and medical managementconsiderations.PHT 5713C – Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Hours: 2This course begins with an overview of the cardiopulmonary system, reviewing cardiopulmonaryanatomy and physiology. It addresses the scientific basis of cardiopulmonary dysfunction & pathologies,following with the relevant clinical implications for treatment. Diagnostic testing, lines, tubes, surgicalprocedures and assessment techniques are discussed as they influence Physical Therapy interventions.Physical Therapy interventions such as exercise testing/prescription, postural drainage, percussion,inspiratory training and rehabilitation team participation are presented. Furthermore, these inventions arediscussed across the continuum of care including acute (ICU, ER, CCU), rehabilitation, out-patient,skilled nursing and home health settings with emphasis on screening, evaluating, and treating patients.PHT 5801 – Practicum for Dual Option Students Hours: 1This course includes a study of the profession of physical therapy (PT) in the health care delivery system.Students will examine historical foundations and their professional association. Students will receive anintroduction to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and its purpose and use in the practice of PT.Students will review the Functional Outcome approach to documentation with an integration of SOAPnote format. This course is a component of the clinical education program and abides by all policies andprocedures for clinical internship experiences as outlined in the Clinical Education section of theUniversity Student Handbook.PHT 5802 - Practicum I Hours: 2This course includes a study of the profession of physical therapy (PT) in the health care deliverysystem. Students will examine historical foundations and their professional association. Students will beoriented to the practice of PT across various practice settings. Professional behaviors, communicationskills and interpersonal skills will be presented with emphasis on clinical application. Students willreceive an introduction to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice and its purpose and use in the practiceof PT. Students will learn the Functional Outcome approach to documentation with an integration ofSOAP note format.111