Fall 2024 Trine Course Catalog

DPT 5381 Integumentary System

This course introduces the physical therapy management of patients with integumentary system pathology or impairments. Study of anatomy, physiology, and pathologies of the integumentary system provide a foundation for theoretical and practical applications of care. Students learn to examine and evaluate individuals with integumentary lesions of various etiologies and to use appropriate clinical decision-making and problem-solving strategies to determine and implement safe and effective plans of care. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all coursework in previous semesters

Credits

1

Lab Hours

0

Lecture Hours

1

Prerequisite

Successful completion of all coursework in previous semesters