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PTA 101 Introduction to Physical Therapy
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3 semester hours
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(3 hours theory per week) Designed to provide an introduction and overview
of the history and progress of the profession of physical therapy. Students
will explore such topics as professional ethics in physical therapy, medical
malpractice, licensure laws, professional communication, perspectives in
multiculturalism and a brief introduction to the basic format of professional
literature.
Prerequisite: Admission
into the PTA Program.
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PTA 102 Medical Terminology and Documentation for
the Physical Therapist Assistant
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2 semester hours
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(2 hours theory per week) Designed to teach students selected medical terms
commonly encountered in the profession of physical therapy. Students learn word
construction, root words, prefixes and suffixes and the origin of medical
terms. Students will also learn current systems of medical documentation of
patient care as used in the profession of physical therapy.
Prerequisite: Admission
into the PTA Program.
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PTA 104 Functional Anatomy for the
Physical Therapist Assistant
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2 semester hours
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(1 hour of theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) This course will introduce the student to the
essentials of functional anatomy as related to the study of muscle origin,
insertion, action and innervation. In addition, basic terminology and concepts
of applied kinesiology will also be covered. Laboratory experiences will
include visualizing cadaver dissections and obtaining a working knowledge of
applied surface anatomy.
Prerequisite: Admission
into the PTA Program.
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PTA 110 Basic Skills in Physical Therapy
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) An examination of the principles and practices of
physical therapy with the development of an understanding of the following procedures:
body mechanics, positioning, transfers, wheelchair management, activities of
daily living, balance, first aid, sensory assessment, bandaging,
asepsis/isolation techniques, assessing vital signs, an introduction to PNF and
massage techniques, bed traction, and assistive devices for ambulation. Students will also gain an understanding of
normal and abnormal human posture and gait, as well as the beginning
applications of therapeutic exercise as related to the treatment of abnormal
posture and gait.
Prerequisite: PTA 104.
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PTA 115 Therapeutic Exercise I
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) Therapeutic Exercise I will provide an
introduction to the concepts of applied kinesiology as it relates to the
assessment of human function. In
addition, students will gain a basic understanding of the assessment of
muscular strength and function.
Clinical assessment of range of motion and goniometric measurements will
also be explored.
Prerequisites: PTA 104
and BI 211.
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PTA 120 Therapeutic Modalities I
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) Students will gain an in-depth knowledge of the
theory and use of the following modalities as used in physical therapy:
ultrasound, infrared, ultraviolet, diathermy, superficial heat and cold,
therapeutic massage, intermittent compression and hydrotherapy. Both basic
principles and clinical applications of such modalities will be presented.
Prerequisites: PTA 110
and PTA 115.
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PTA 125 Clinical Practicum I
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1 semester hour
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(A minimum of 40 hours of clinical per semester) This clinical will allow students to explore a
variety of practice opportunities. Students will gain exposure to unique
working environments, which may include situations that do not fit the standard
model of PTA clinical practice.
Prerequisites: PTA 110
and PTA 115.
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PTA 205 Pathophysiology
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3 semester hours
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(3 hours of theory per week) An introduction to general pathology with an emphasis
on the study of diseases and disorders most commonly seen in physical therapy
practice. Diseases of the musculoskeletal, nervous and cardiopulmonary systems
as well as metabolic disorders are emphasized.
Prerequisites: BI 211,
BI 213, PTA 110 and PTA 115.
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PTA 210 Therapeutic Modalities II
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) This course is a second in a series of units of
instruction in the clinical use of physical therapy modalities. Students will
learn to recognize common indications, contraindications, and special
precautions to the application of electrotherapeutic modalities, pelvic and
cervical traction, biofeedback and iontophoresis.
Prerequisite: PTA 120.
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PTA 212 Professional Issues Seminar
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1 semester hour
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(2 hours of theory per week) This course will focus on various professional
issues related to the clinical practice of a physical therapist assistant.
Topics include but are not limited to: licensure/certification, quality
assurance in the clinical setting, limiting professional liability, the dos and
don'ts of clinical practice, professional dress and conduct, professional
leadership and employment skills.
Prerequisite: PTA 125.
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PTA 215 Therapeutic Exercise II
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) A continuation of the study of physical therapy
skills including the anatomy and physiology of exercise and its principles and
applications to pathological conditions. Included is the study and application
of progressive resistive exercise, stretching and isokinetics. There is an
emphasis on physical therapy appropriate for orthopedic diseases and disorders.
Prerequisites: PTA 115
and PTA 120.
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PTA 220 Clinical Practicum II
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3 semester hours
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(A minimum of 120 hours of clinical per semester) Clinical Practicum II provides opportunities for
establishing and following individual patient treatments and programs. PTA
goals are realized from experience in giving consecutive treatments. In
addition, insights are gained into medical, departmental and institutional functions
and organization. Sessions include reinforcement of techniques and skills,
information concerning the care of the ill and disabled, a continuation of
communications skills and discussion of the PTA role.
Prerequisites: PTA 125,
PTA 210 and PTA 215. At least one long-term clinical practicum experience (CP
II, CP III or CP IV) will be completed outside the Omaha/Lincoln metropolitan
area. The student will be responsible for travel, lodging and living expenses
for the duration of that clinical.
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PTA 230 Advanced Procedures
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory and 3 hours of laboratory per week) Advanced Procedures acquaints the student with
rehabilitation of patients with specific diseases and disabilities. Included
are techniques used for spinal cord injury, brain injury, cerebrovascular accident,
amputation, prosthetics, orthotics and burn rehabilitation. The student will
also be introduced to new trends and directions in physical therapy practice as
related to the neurologically involved patient.
Prerequisites: PTA 210
and PTA 215.
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PTA 235 Therapeutic Exercise III
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3 semester hours
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(2 hours theory, 3 hours of laboratory per week) Expands on the theory and principles of physical
therapy skills used to treat special population groups, to include: sports
physical therapy, industrial rehabilitation, wellness programs, pediatric
neurological disorders, geriatrics, women's health and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
Prerequisites: PTA 210
and PTA 215.
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PTA 240 Clinical Practicum III
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5 semester hours
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(A minimum of 200 hours of clinical per semester) This course is a continuation of supervised
practical experience in a physical therapy department with added opportunities
to apply and improve therapy skills. Sessions include discussion of clinical
experiences, quality assurance issues and a facilitated discussion of patient
case scenarios.
Prerequisites: PTA 220,
PTA 230 and PTA 235. At least one long-term clinical practicum experience (CP
II, CP III or CP IV) will be completed outside the Omaha/Lincoln metropolitan
area. The student will be responsible for travel, lodging and living expenses
for the duration of that clinical.
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PTA 245 Clinical Practicum IV
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6 semester hours
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(A minimum of 240 hours of clinical per semester) This full-time clinical is designed to be a
capstone course in the development of the physical therapist assistant student.
Students will be expected to perform patient care skills as related to the
profession of physical therapy in a competent and ethical manner. In addition,
students will be expected to discuss completed patient case scenarios and
relate how the PTA fits into an integrated health care environment.
Prerequisites: PTA 240.
At least one long-term clinical practicum experience (CP II, CP III or CP IV)
will be completed outside the Omaha/Lincoln metropolitan area. The student will
be responsible for travel, lodging and living expenses for the duration of that
clinical.
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PTA 499 Independent Studies in Physical Therapist
Assistant
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1-4 semester hour(s)
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Study directed by a
faculty person on a topic of the student's interest and the faculty
