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PTAP 110 Fundamentals of Practice I

This course provides an introduction to the skills needed to care for patients in varied settings. This course will include basic measurements including: range of motion, anthropometrics, vital signs, and manual muscle testing. Instruction will also include posture and body alignment, body mechanics, transfers, draping, positioning, documentation guidelines, assistive devices, and the acute care setting. 

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to the PTA program, BIOL 101, ENGL 121, and MATH 138. Pre- or corequisite: BIOL 203

Corequisite

PTAP 100, PTAP 120, and PTAP 130

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab weekly