PHTH 718 - PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

3-4credit hour(s)

Description The course begins with an overview of cell injury, inflammation, and repair. Fundamentals of pathophysiology of the musculoskeletal, integumentary, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and nervous systems are presented from various perspectives: etiology; pathogenesis; signs and symptoms; diagnosis, including laboratory tests; and treatment options including pharmacological intervention. Emphasis in placed on identifying “red flags” that would indicate to a physical therapist that treatment may be contraindicated or referral to another health care provider is warranted. Multiple formats including lecture, discussion and problem solving scenarios are used to assist students in making clinical correlations.

Prerequisites and Corequisites
Pre - requisite: PHGY 730 Human Physiology and registered in Professional Physical Therapy Curriculum.

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