PTA 201 — Application of Physical Agents II
This course is a continuation of instruction involving physical agents previously performed in PTA 151 Application of Physical Agents I. Students experience the electrotherapeutic modalities discussed in PTA 200 Theory of Physical Agents II, as well as develop entry level skill in their application. Students are taught to skillfully assess the patient, collecting data utilizing appropriate tools and measures and how to apply electrotherapeutic modalities for addressing specific anatomical locations/conditions/diagnoses in response to visual and palpatory assessment. Students must demonstrate competency in performing electrical stimulation for pain, edema, tissue damage, medication delivery, impaired joint mobility, muscle disuse atrophy and orthotic substitution; as it pertains to the Plan of Care established by the PT . All skills must be performed in a safe, effective and efficient manner with a variety of equipment and supplies while considering the patient perspective and environment, and recognizing changes in skin condition and other safety factors. Proper positioning and draping of patients are emphasized and case scenarios are utilized for simulated practice of assessments and interventions. Oral and written communication skills are enhanced through patient education, documentation and communication with members of the interprofessional health care team. Professional behaviors, indications, contraindications, precautions, problem solving, fiscal and time management, a
Prerequisites: PSYC 210, SOC 153, PTA 170