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2019-2020 Archived Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Archived Catalog

OTA.-102 Pathophysiology for OTA

Credits 2 / 2 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Division signature required for registration; Placement into ENGL-100 (ACSR-100), completion of ELAP-120 with a 2.0, or completion of RDNG-030, ACLT-075 or ACLT-076; ENGL-101, BIOL-152 and PSYC-281.
Study of pathology etiology prognosis clinical findings precautions and medical treatment for selected conditions and the potential impact on occupational performance.

Course Outcomes
1. State the etiology and pathology of selected physical conditions 2. Discuss clinical findings for selected physical conditions 3. Discuss treatment and prognosis for selected conditions 4. State the implications for engagement in occupations 5. State the role of OTS and collaboration with the OTR in evaluation and treatment implementation for clients with a physical dysfunction 6. Recognize the effects of disabling conditions and related treatment on individuals 7. Demonstrate beginning skills in writing of treatment places and progress notes (using SOAP note format) for the client with a physical disability 8. Define a glossary of terms 9. Demonstrate ability to research unfamiliar health condition, write and present orally a concise and clinically useful document 10. Demonstrate appropriate method of taking vital signs and handwashing techniques.