Introduces the student to content and issues that are important to consider when developing and implementing a physical therapy management plan for individuals across the lifespan. Topics include physical, cognitive, social, emotional and communication development, principles of pharmacology and specific drug classes, nutrition, normal and pathological changes that occur with aging, and end-of-life care. Weekly hours: 2.5 Lecture hours and .5 Practicum/Lab hoursRestriction: Must be accepted into the M.P.T. program to register.
Introduces the student to content and issues that are important to consider when developing and implementing a physical therapy management plan for individuals across the lifespan. Topics include physical, cognitive, social, emotional and communication development, principles of pharmacology and specific drug classes, nutrition, normal and pathological changes that occur with aging, and end-of-life care. Weekly hours: 2.5 Lecture hours and .5 Practicum/Lab hoursRestriction: Must be accepted into the M.P.T. program to register.
