PHT 1200C Basic Patient Care — 6 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: BSC 2085C, BSC 2086C, MAC 1105, PHY 1020C and admission to the PTA program. Corequisites: PHT 1000C and PHT 1120C. This course introduces basic patient care and handling techniques and therapeutic modalities. Fundamental skills that are applicable to a wide range of physical therapy treatment methods are covered. Theory, physiological effects, indications, contraindications and application of various therapeutic modalities are presented in conjunction with selected diseases and conditions. A laboratory component provides students an opportunity to apply and practice concepts presented in the lecture segment of this course. Emphasis is focused on manual dexterity and following proper procedure in carrying out patient care. Patient safety and comfort are stressed with each skill addressed. 10 contact hours: three lecture hours, seven laboratory hours.

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