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2013-2014 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PHT 1200 - Introduction to Physical Therapy


3 credit(s)
Corequisite(s): PHT 1300, PHT 1200L
Course introduces the student to the historical background, philosophy and goals of physical therapy as a profession. It incorporates discussion on legal and ethical issues, educational requirements, supervisory relationships and current developments related to physical therapy. Health care delivery systems, the medical record and issues of reimbursement are discussed. Presents the basic theory of preparing the patient and treatment area, positioning and transfer training, gait training and wheelchair prescription, and other common physical therapy interventions. Professional behaviors are introduced at the beginning level and are assessed.



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