DPTH 612 Clinical Medicine in Physical Therapy Practice II

This is the second course in a three-course series. This course provides learners with an overview of the clinically relevant anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the immune, endocrine, metabolic, integumentary, lymphatic, hematologic, gastrointestinal, hepatic, biliary, pancreatic, and urogenital systems, as well as infectious and oncologic disorders and pregnancy and the common imaging, lab values and pharmacology associated with medical management of these conditions. This course facilitates the learner’s knowledge and understanding of varied diseases and their medical management that is needed to effectively evaluate and safely treat persons with varied medical conditions. Learners will consider the psychological, social, emotional, cultural, and spiritual impact of disease and disability on the client, caregivers, and physical therapy management.