8 courses with the subject PTA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
168, ENG 111, PSY 150, ACA 122, and CIS 110 422
This course provides an in-depth, clinically oriented survey of gross and func- tional anatomy. Emphasis is placed on musculoskeletal and nervous systems and clinical biomechanics, including goniometry, basic manual muscle testing, and components of normal gait. Upon completion, students should be able to iden- tify specific anatomical structures and describe, observe, and measure musculo- skeletal posture and function. PTA 135 Pathology (Summer) 4 0 0 4 This course introduces principles of pathology, processes of and normal re- sponses to injury and disease, and changes related to aging. Emphasis is placed on conditions most commonly treated in physical therapy. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss basic pathological processes and identify etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, treatment options, and prognoses of specific orthopedic conditions. PTA 145 Therapeutic Procedures (Spring) 2 6 0 4 This course provides a detailed study of specific treatment procedures and the physiological principles and techniques involved. Emphasis is placed on the cor- rect application of superficial heat and cold, massage and soft tissue mobiliza- tion, ultrasound, diathermy, traction, and electrical stimulation. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the application of these modalities and explain the indications, contraindications, effects, and precautions for each.
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This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca- demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation. PTA 212 Health Care/Resources (Spring) 2 0 0 2 This course provides an overview of various aspects of health care delivery sys- tems and the interrelationships of health care team members. Topics include health agencies and their functions, health care team member roles, manage- ment, and other health care issues. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the functions of health organizations and team members and aspects of health care affecting physical therapy delivery. PTA 215 Therapeutic Exercise (Fall) 2 3 0 3 This course introduces basic concepts of strengthening, endurance, and flexibil- ity exercise and balance, gait, and posture training. Emphasis is placed on ap- plying techniques to the treatment of orthopedic conditions. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and effectively execute basic exercise programs and balance, gait, and posture training. PTA 222 Professional Interactions (Summer) 2 0 0 2 This course is designed to assist in the development of effective interpersonal skills in the physical therapist assistant setting. Topics include reactions to disabil- ity, the grieving process, methods of communication, motivation, health promo- tion, disease prevention, and aging. Upon completion, students should be able 424
This course covers cardiovascular, pulmonary, and integumentary conditions, as well as causes and treatment of amputations. Emphasis is placed upon patho- logical processes as well as comprehensive treatment of the various conditions studied. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, and prognoses of various conditions and implement components of a comprehensive treatment program. PTA 235 Neurological Rehabilitation (Fall) 3 6 0 5 This course covers neurological and neuromuscular conditions experienced throughout the life span. Topics include the pathology of selected conditions and the methods and rationales of various treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss etiology, signs, symptoms, complications, and prognoses of various conditions and implement components of a comprehen- sive treatment program.
This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca- demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation.
This course provides the opportunity to gain clinical experience and apply aca- demic skills and knowledge to patient care. Emphasis is placed on performing patient care skills, observation and measurement, and professional and patient interaction. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate safe and effective clinical practice as measured by a standardized performance evaluation.
Source: Nash Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
