PTH534: Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Pt

Level
Doctoral
School
College of Health and Natural Science
Credits 3
This New Hampshire based course is designed to build on the knowledge attained in Anatomy and Pathophysiology and apply this to physical therapy assessments and interventions for cardiac, pulmonary, and vascular disorders. This will include primary and secondary medical dysfunctions as well as post-surgical evaluations and treatments. Critical care, acute, subacute, outpatient and community settings will be addressed, as well as health promotion and primary prevention. Exercise testing, exercise prescription, cardiopulmonary tests and interventions and their evidence will also be covered. Prerequisite: Successful completion of prior coursework.