Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionEnrollment in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. This course is designed as an overview of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, endocrine, immune, gastrointestinal, genital and reproductive, hematologic, hepatic and biliary, lymphatic, and integumentary disorders relevant to the practice of physical therapy. Additional topics include: infectious disease, genetic disorders, neoplasms, peripheral nerve injury, and the effect of developmental, psychosocial, and cultural factors. Etiology, signs and symptoms, prognosis, and medical/surgical interventions for disorders are surveyed. Approaches to data collection and physical therapy interventions are introduced. Emphasis is placed on utilization of knowledge of medical disorders by physical therapist assistants within the context of implementing a comprehensive plan of care.Usually HeldWed 6:00pm–8:50pm, Wed 6:00pm–9:05pm