PTH511A: Mgmt of the Pedi & Adolesct Patient

Level
Doctoral
School
College of Health and Natural Science
Credits 4
This course explores the management of the pediatric/adolescent patient. Content includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and measurement of outcomes as they relate to the 0-21-year population. Topics of normal/abnormal development, standardized testing, and use of a team approach are investigated. Evidence based practice, clinical cases, and The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice are implicit aspects of the course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework.