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2022-2023 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHTH 726 - Human Physiology and Clinical Pathophysiology II (4)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of all DPT Program coursework in prior terms.
This course represents the second of two classes covering fundamental aspects of human physiology and pathophysiology to support clinical coursework throughout the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program curriculum. Content fosters a basic understanding of normal and abnormal function and pathophysiology from the cellular to organ systems level and the impact on human function and performance. Systems covered in the second course include the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, integumentary system, lymphatic system, renal and urogenital system, endocrine and metabolic system, and hepatobiliary system, as well as oncologic and multisystem disorders. Using clinical correlates, students are guided to recognize etiology, as well as signs and symptoms of pathological conditions commonly encountered in physical therapist practice. This knowledge is used as a foundation for medical screening, differential diagnosis, and the need for interprofessional collaboration to ensure comprehensive patient-centered care. Spring