DPT 840: This course will address the pathology and pathophysiology of disease states of the cardiac pulmonary and circulatory system including the lymphatics

Course Description

This course will address the pathology and pathophysiology of disease states of the cardiac pulmonary and circulatory system including the lymphatics. The course will incorporate intervention skills learned in Applied Exercise Physiology (DPT 710) and Therapeutic Intervention I & II (DPT 722 & DPT 822) and apply it to medically complicated clients. This course will also address clinical knowledge and clinical practice skills utilized in the acute/subacute care environments including: lines and monitors, tracheotomy/ventilator, telemetry, infection management/isolation protocols, and pulmonary hygiene/swallowing disorders. This course may not be listed as a requirement or eligible as an elective for any major, minor, or certificate program other than the following: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).