PHTH-729 : Integ. Assessment and Intervention

This course is an applied course that introduces the student to the basic skills required in evaluation and treatment of the integumentary system. The student will understand the pathophysiology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various integumentary conditions. Medical management and PT intervention will be introduced. This course includes a clinical experience component The student will be introduced to the pathophysiology, integumentary pharmacology, impairment, functional limitations, disabilities and societal limitations caused by various integumentary conditions. Medical management and PT intervention will be emphasized.