PTA 170 — PTA Procedures I: Basic PT Procedures Lab (4 cr)
Experiential learning of basic patient care skills and pertinent data collection methodology pertaining to vital signs, bandaging, aseptic techniques, wound care and edema management, and athletic taping. Preparation of patient and treatment environment in a laboratory setting. Application and pertinent data collection methodology pertaining to superficial heat, cold, light therapy, diathermy and hydrotherapy will also be covered. Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or better in previous PTA courses and concurrent enrollment in PTA 101, 102, 106, 110. (SFCC)
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