Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
Physical Therapist Assistant PTA 1012 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL THERAPY This course will present the purpose, philosophy, and history of physical therapy and its relationship to other health care delivery systems. The student will be able to delineate the roles of physical therapy personnel, identify requirements for medical communication and documentation, and be made aware of the medical-legal aspects including professional ethics. F PTA 1023 BASIC HUMAN NEEDS The student will be able to define “normal” in respect to vital signs, posture, range of motion and muscle function. He/she will be able to perform accurate testing of muscle strength and joint motion. The student will also be instructed in activities of daily living, proper body mechanics, and transfer techniques. Practical application of these techniques will be practiced in the laboratory. F PTA 1113 THREATS TO BASIC HUMAN NEEDS The student will identify underlying circumstances and phases of disease and dysfunction, perform techniques to prevent secondary disabilities using special equipment as needed. Practical application of these techniques will be practiced in the laboratory. S PTA 1213 PAIN MANAGEMENT I Students will be instructed in the various theories of pain, correctly positioning and draping patients for pain relief and for protection of modesty; heat/cold application, effectively administering massage and lymphapress intermittent pressure, relaxation and postural exercises; applying cervical and lumbar traction; paraffin, hydrotherapy; medical asepsis; and bandaging and dressing. Practical application of these
OTA 2113 PHYSICAL DYSFUNCTION AND TREATMENT TECHNIQUES
This course includes the study of occupational therapy principles, techniques of evaluation, and methods of treatment for individuals with problems in physical function. This course will present assessment and evaluation of occupational performance, therapeutic mechanism, and intervention strategies in treating individuals with neurological and orthopedic dysfunction as well as discharge planning and written documentation of client behavior and performance. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester I of Occupational Therapy In this course students will be able to initiate and apply concepts and techniques learned during academic preparation for practical situations. Students will work with clinical instructors, patients/clients, and team members in a therapeutic milieu. Written documentation and actual treatment will be the focus. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester I of Occupational Therapy Assistant specific course work. S OTA 2133 PEDIATRIC CARE IN OT Assistant specific course work. S OTA 2122 FIELDWORK I-B This course offers a comprehensive study in the approach of OT treatment in pediatrics. The course content will include normal development, diagnostic problems, frames of reference, documentation, and theory as it relates to pediatric intervention. It will also cover family/caregiver issues as related to pediatric OT and an introduction to pediatric evaluations, and basic concepts to human development. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester I Occupational Therapy Assistant specific course work. S OTA 2143 ELDERCARE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY This course offers a wide variety of treatment programs, media and modalities useful in working with late-life adults. It includes a comprehensive review of the aging process, with all of its psychosocial and physical ramifications. It is also a study of concepts of aging and intervention techniques to be employed in different practice settings, and specific concerns of working with both the well elderly and those with dysfunction; individually or in groups. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester I Occupational Therapy Assistant specific course work. S OTA 2153 PSYCHOSOCIAL DYSFUNCTION AND TREATMENT TECHNIQUES This course includes the principles and techniques of evaluation and treatment for individuals who present emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial problems. Intervention strategies with selected individuals with psychosocial disturbances are covered. Emphasis is placed on oral and written documentation of client behavior and treatment techniques. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester I in Occupational Therapy Assistant specific course work. S OTA 2203 FIELDWORK II-A This fieldwork experience enables the student to apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to practical situations. Students will be assigned to various clinical settings. The students will collaborate with fieldwork educators, client/patients, and team members. They will practice using occupation to restore wellness in clinical settings. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester 1 and Semester 2 of Occupational This course is designed to help OTA students become familiar with the various mental and physical health problems commonly dealt with in Occupational Therapy practice. This course will introduce the etiology, prognosis, signs and symptoms of these health problems. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Occupational Therapy Assistant program. F OTA 2213 FIELDWORK II-B This fieldwork experience is a continuation of OTA 2203, Fieldwork II-A. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of Semester 1 and Semester 2 of Occupational Therapy Assistant specific course work; OTA 2203 Fieldwork II-A. SU Therapy Assistant specific course work. SU OTA 2212 DISEASE PATHOLOGY
techniques will be practiced in the laboratory. F PTA 1224 THERAPEUTIC EXERCISES I
Instruction will be given on rehabilitation techniques and neurophysiological approaches to treatment. Joint mobilization, range of motion, aquatics, amputees, prosthetics, and orthotics are introduced. Students will identify architectural barriers and make modifications to overcome the limitations they impose. Gait-training techniques with assistive devices will be performed. Practical application of these
techniques will be practiced in the laboratory. F PTA 2013 PAIN MANAGEMENT II
Students will learn the principles and applications of various therapeutic modalities; electrotherapy, iontophoresis diathermy, biofeedback, laser, fluidotherapy, infrared, taping, ultrasound, and light therapy. Practical application of these techniques will be practiced in the laboratory. S PTA 2024 THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE II Therapeutic exercises related to children are presented. Developmental sequences and primitive reflexes are introduced. Students will be instructed in cardiopulmonary treatments including cardiac rehabilitation and chest physical-therapy techniques. Practical application of these techniques will be practiced in the laboratory. S . PTA 2032 CLINICAL PRACTICUM I Clinical experience in local health care facilities to observe and practice PTA skills learned in class and lab sessions. Students will be under the supervision of a registered physical therapist and/or registered physical therapist assistant. F PTA 2112 PTA SYSTEMS/PROBLEMS The student will assist the physical therapist in selected evaluation treatment and administrative activities, summarize the progression of comprehensive rehabilitation programs for major disabilities, describe and utilize selected administrative records and charge systems in physical therapy, discuss measures for quality assurance and cost containment, review proper ways to write a resume, and review for national board examinations. S PTA 2133 CLINICAL PRACTICUM II Students are given the opportunity to practice PTA skills which have been acquired through the PTA Program in Physical Therapy Departments.
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