PTA 002 — Pathophysiology I Units: 2.5
This course introduces common pathological conditions with emphasis on the following systems: cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, hematologic, hepatic, immune, integumentary, and lymphatic. The role of physical therapy in the treatment of these conditions is covered as well as interventions commonly performed by the physical therapist assistant. Limitation on enrollment: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program Lecture Hours: 45 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: Letter Prerequisite: BI 014. Advisory: ENG 001A. Limitation on enrollment: Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant,(PTA) Program Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
Prerequisites: BI 014, ENG 001A