PT 742 - Geriatric Practice Management

Prerequisites PT 510, PT 510L, PT 522, PT 522L, PT 523, PT 523L, PT 530, PT 531, PT 525, PT 525L, PT 526, PT 527, PT 640, PT 640L, PT 641, PT 643, PT 643L, PT 646, PT 789, and PT 793 or PT 794. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of prerequisite course material in order to build on these concepts and integrate them into physical therapy management of the geriatric client. This lecture and laboratory course investigates the normal aging process, common geriatric pathologies, functional and balance assessments, quality of life culture, ageism, and wellness and health promotion issues as they apply to the elderly population. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits