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May 07, 2024
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2020-2021 Catalog Volume XXX Ver 2 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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DPT 6431 Acute Care & Cardiopulmonary Practice
Lecture: 3 Lab: 1 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
This course introduces students to the unique aspects of the acute and critical care environment and patient management principles, to include medical equipment, effects of prolonged hospitalization, and their role in multidisciplinary care. Students develop examination, treatment planning, intervention, and discharge planning skills for medically complex patients in acute care settings. This course also provides in-depth instruction in the pathophysiology, examination and assessment, and acute management of patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders. Basic principles of care in electrocardiography, cardiac rehabilitation, respiratory therapy, and chest physical therapy to include thoracic spine and ribcage manual therapy techniques are included. The impact of cardiopulmonary conditions on physical therapy management of patients with other diagnoses is also presented. Lab activities include, but are not limited to, EKG stress testing, heart and lung auscultation, and pulmonary function testing. Human simulation labs are performed in a multidisciplinary approach to provide students with “real-world” exposure to acute and critical care scenarios.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of Quarter 3 courses
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