PT 775 - Management of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Dysfunction

4 Cr. Hrs.

This course provides students with experience in the physical therapy examination, diagnosis, management, and outcome assessment of individuals with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions such as myocardial infarction, valvular dysfunction, peripheral vascular disease, congestive heart failure, and restrictive and obstructive lung diseases. Specific evaluation and treatment procedures include stress testing protocols, auscultation techniques, breathing exercises, cardiac rehab, lymphedema management, airway clearance and resuscitation techniques. Relevant medical, surgical, pharmacological, and imaging procedures will also be presented in relation to the physical therapy management. Case studies will be used to integrate information and enhance the development of clinical problem solving skills and inter-professional collaboration.