NDPT 7713 - Integrated Clinical Experience IV

The purpose of this intergrated clinical experience is to provide the student with the opportunity to initiate practical application of professional behaviors, medical terminology and documentation skills from the initial professional year of class work. The student will also apply principles of examination and treatment of the cardiovascular pulmonary system, physical therapy interventions, musculoskeletal system and adults and pediatrics with neurological impairments. Students will also apply physical therapy practice skills to the integumentary system. Students will have opportunity to apply knowledge of foundational science principles (kinesiology, medical and exercise physiology, and neuroscience) and general examination and intervention skills to patient care. These skills will be performed under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. This 15 week assignment will occur in the Student led Therapy And Rehab (S.T.A.R.) clinic.

Hours:
1