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Spring 2025
Nov 23,2024 |
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| PTA 280C - Co-op Ed: Physical Therapist Assistant - Third Clinical Experience |
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Associated Term:
Spring 2025
Learning Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Practice according to the Guide for Conduct; demonstrate respect for self, the patient/client, and colleagues in all situations 2. Practice according to legal and professional standards, including all federal, state, and institutional regulations related to patient/client care and fiscal management 3. Accept and be receptive to feedback; participate in planning and/or self-assessment to improve clinical performance; contribute to the advancement of the clinical setting through educational opportunities; seek out opportunities to improve knowledge and skills 4. Demonstrate professional verbal and nonverbal communication with all stakeholders (e.g., patients/clients, caregivers, intra/interprofessional colleagues); adapts to diverse verbal and nonverbal communication styles during patient/client interactions; utilizes communication resources (e.g., translators) as appropriate, incorporates appropriate strategies to engage in challenging encounters with patients/clients and others; facilitates ongoing communication with physical therapist regarding patient/client care 5. Deliver physical therapy services with consideration for patient/client diversity and inclusivity for all regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, or other characteristics of identity; provide equitable patient/client care that does not vary in quality based on the patient’s/client’s personal characteristics (e.g., ethnicity, socioeconomic status) 6. Strategically gather, interpret, and synthesize information from multiple sources to make effective clinical judgements; apply current knowledge and clinical judgment while supporting the physical therapist with clinical activities; ensure patient/client safety during the episode of care; present a logical rationale for clinical decisions with all stakeholders (e.g., patients/clients, caregivers, intra/interprofessional colleagues) 7. Perform selected therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, airway clearance, and integumentary repair and protection techniques in a competent manner 8. Apply selected mechanical and electrotherapeutic modalities in a competent manner 9. Perform functional training in self-care and home management, including therapeutic activities; perform application and adjustment of devices and equipment in a competent manner 10. Produce quality documentation that includes changes in the patient’s/client’s status, a description and progressions of specific interventions used, and communication among providers; maintain organization of patient/client documentation 11. Participate in the efficient delivery of physical therapy services; demonstrate appropriate understanding of time management and appropriate use of clinical supplies and equipment when supporting physical therapy services Required Materials: Technical Requirements: |
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