Cardiopulmonary Practice I

Course Restrictions: Admission to Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Approval from the DPT Program Director.

Introduces the physical therapy management of patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary causes of movement system dysfunction across a variety of clinical settings. Course activities include, but are not limited to, ECG analysis, exercise testing, heart and lung auscultation, lung function testing, and chest examinations. Case discussions are presented to enhance communication, safety, patient management skills, and discharge planning.

Credit: 3