DPT-841: Clinical Medicine & Pathophysiology (Neuromuscular) II

Credits 1.5
Academic Level
DPT

This course is designed to continue to challenge the student to evaluate the knowledge of basic clinical presentations associated with neuromuscular pathology as a foundation for direct patient care and research. Key topics characteristic of common neurologic pathologies will be addressed, including etiology; epidemiology; underlying pathophysiology; clinical signs and symptoms related to impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities; natural history and prognosis; diagnostic medical procedures; differential diagnosis; medical, pharmacological and surgical management; and expected outcomes. Differential diagnosis related to neurological pathologies will be emphasized and will be expanded upon to emphasize pathology in the context of the stroke, spinal cord injuries/disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and other neurological pathologies observed across the lifespan.