PTE 744 - Patient Management: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Problems

Credit Hours: 3

This course presents an overview of cardiac, vascular, and pulmonary physical therapy. It integrates foundational information such as anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, embryology, histology, pharmacology, pathology, and pathophysiology into a meaningful basis on which patient management strategies are based. This course introduces the student to cardiovascular and pulmonary assessments, interventions, and outcome analyses. The course includes information specific to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Prerequisite: enrollment in the program and successful completion of all prior course work therein.
Lecture Contact Hours: 2 Lab Contact Hours: 3

Typically Offered: Spring