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Dec 01, 2024
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PTR 626 - Cardiopulmonary Management This course addresses Physical Therapy evaluation and interventions of cardiac and pulmonary conditions. Students learn examination skills including heart and lung auscultation, fremitus, and evaluative percussion. Intervention topics include airway clearance techniques and exercise prescription. Indications and contraindications for interventions in individuals throughout the lifespan with significant compromise from diseases are thoroughly discussed. Outcome measures of heart and lung function including ECG, six minute walk test, and pulmonary function tests are addressed in depth. Students present on cardiovascular and pulmonary issues based on the best level of evidence. Prerequisite: Successful completion of all prior required PT courses. Corequisite: PTR*626L.
Prerequisites & Notes Prerequisite: Successful completion of all prior required PT courses. Corequisite: PTR*626L. Typical term cycle: Fall. Typical yearly cycle: all years.
Credits: 4
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