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2013-2014 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

PHTH 524 - EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

Credits: Four
Prerequisite: PHTH 515, PHTH 522, PHTH 525, For PT Students
This course presents principles and practice of examination skills. Examination is required prior to the initial intervention and is performed for all patients/clients. The initial examination is a comprehensive screening and specific testing process leading to diagnostic classification or, as appropriate, to a referral to another practitioner. By the completion of this course the student will be prepared to perform a basic initial physical therapy examination. The focus of this course is on performing a patient interview screening for red flags, performing a systems review, goniometry, manual muscle testing, muscle length assessment, examination of gait deviations and a neurologic examination (mental status, cranial nerves, reflexes, coordination).
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