PTA 165 — Patholo gy I
This course begins with an analysis of the factors which affect health followed by review of pathologic conditions and interventions to various body systems. It is the first of a two part course sequence in pathology which will include: etiology, incidence, risk factors, manifestations, general medical diagnosis, treatment options, and special implications for the PTA. T opics covered in this course are intended to help prepare the PTA student for his/her first summer clinical experience and includes pathologies related to the metabolic, gastrointestinal, hepatic, biliary, endocrine, renal, urologic, genital and reproductive systems, as well as management/prevention of infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders and PT interventions utilized in the acute care setting. Appropriate tools and functional measures will be discussed to assist students in reporting patient status.
Prerequisites: ENG 101, BIOL 105, PTA 100, PTA 101, PTA 102