Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Implement practice patterns that adhere to standards and best practices for upper extremity.
- Develop and implement a plan of care for upper extremity (pre-, post-, and non-surgical conditions) designed to meet the needs of the patient.
- Determine and perform therapeutic interventions to address identified impairments, functional limitations, and participation restrictions. Interventions include: therapeutic exercise and therapeutic modalities.
- Implement a rehabilitation treatment plan for a patient who has sustained a concussion.
- Incorporate patient education and self-care programs to engage patients and their families and friends to participate in their care and recovery.
- Communicate effectively and appropriately with clients/patients, family members, coaches, administrators, other health care professionals, consumers, payors, policy makers, and others.
- Appraise and utilize evidence-based practice guidelines and trends.
- Interpret and implement practice patterns that adhere to standards and best practices.
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