PT 919 - Pathophysiology I

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This course is Part 1 of a 2 semester course series that will provide a brief review of normal physiology of each body system, and then introduce basic pathological processes of each system. Risk factors, etiology, and signs and symptoms related to common diseases/conditions, will be examined. The role of the PT in risk factor reduction and prevention of disease will also be addressed, as well as PT management of adults with common medical-surgical disorders.