Introduction to Physical Therapy for Physical Therapist Assistants

by Dreeben-Irimia, Olga

• ISBN13: 9780763781309
• ISBN10: 0763781304
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-09-10
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Summary

Written specifically for Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) students, this text is an excellent introduction for physical therapist assistant’s education. This new edition includes updated information regarding the relationship between the Physical Therapist (PT) and PTA and key concepts of the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice for better understanding of clinical guidelines. It also includes new information regarding clinical trends in physical therapy.Utilizing this text specifically for PTAs, instructors can introduce students to information regarding professionalism, professional roles, interpersonal communication, physical therapist’s behavior and conduct, teaching and learning, and evidence based practice. This comprehensive text will provide a valuable resource throughout the physical therapist assistant’s education and training throughout the entire duration of the PTA program.New to Second Edition:Distinctive description of physical therapy developments from its Formative Years (1914-1920) to the APTA’s Vision and Application of Scientific Pursuit” of todayPTA’s usage of the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice”Differences between physical therapy and medical diagnosisContemporary clinical trends regarding wellness, health promotion and disease preventionInstructor Resources: Transition Guide, PowerPoint slides and TestBank

Table of Contents

PartI THE PROFESSION OF PHYSICAL THERAPY
Chapter1 Development of the Physical Therapy Profession
Chapter2 The Physical Therapist Assistant as a Member of the Health Care Team
Chapter3 Physical Therapy Clinical Practice
PartII MAJOR PHYSICAL THERAPY PRACTICE SPECIALTIES
Chapter4 Musculoskeletal (Orthopedic) Physical Therapy
Chapter5 Neurologic and Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
Chapter6 Pediatric, Geriatric, and Integumentary Physical Therapy
PartIII ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES
Chapter7 Ethics and Professionalism
Chapter8 Laws and Regulations
PartIV COMMUNICATION
Chapter9 Communication Basics
Chapter10 Documentation and the Medical Record
Chapter11 Teaching, Learning, and Medical Terminology
Chapter12 Reimbursement and Research
PartV PATIENT CARE ESSENTIALS FOR THE PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT
Chapter13 Infection Control, Patient Preparation, and Vital Signs
Chapter14 Patient Positioning, Body Mechanics, and Transfer Techniques
Chapter15 Wheelchairs, Assistive Devices, and Gait Training