PTA 101LW - Applied Clinical Anatomy I Lab

Credits: 1
Instructional Contact Hours: 4

Provides the skills necessary for palpation of bony landmarks. Prepares the student to perform PROM and goniometric measurements. Prepares the student to perform physical therapy intervention as part of a physical therapist's plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist.

Prerequisite(s): HSC 105; Admission to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
Corequisite(s): PTA 101, PTA 103, PTA 110, PTA 110L, PTA 118
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 60
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: Yes

Outcomes and Objectives

Apply biomechanical principles to the human body.
1. Demonstrate planes of motion and types of motion.
2. Examine arthrokinematic motion at each joint of the body.
3. Demonstrate active and passive insufficiency.
Describe the neuromusculoskeletal characteristics of the human neck and trunk.
1. Identify regions of the vertebral column by name.
2. Compare and contrast characteristics of each region of the vertebral column.
3. Identify the bones of the trunk and neck.
4. Locate and palpate bony landmarks of the trunk and neck.
5. Identify and describe the function of spinal ligaments.
6. Demonstrate joint motions of the vertebral column.
Describe the neuromusculoskeletal characteristics of the human upper extremity.
1. Identify the bones of the upper extremity.
2. Locate and palpate bony landmarks of the upper extremity.
3. Compare and contrast characteristics of each region of the upper extremity.
4. Identify and describe the articulating surfaces of all the joints of the upper extremity.
5. Identify and describe the function of the ligaments of all joints of the upper extremity.
6. Demonstrate joint motions of all joints of the upper extremity.
7. Identify structures/borders and contents of cubital fossa, carpal tunnel, and anatomic snuff box.
Describe the neuromusculoskeletal characteristics of the human lower extremity.
1. Identify the bones of the lower extremity.
2. Locate and palpate bony landmarks of the lower extremity.
3. Compare and contrast characteristics of each region of the lower extremity.
4. Identify and describe the articulating surfaces of all the joints of the lower extremity.
5. Identify and describe the function of the ligaments of all joints of the lower extremity.
6. Demonstrate joint motions of all joints of the lower extremity.
7. Identify the borders and contents of the femoral triangle.
Discuss the human skeletal system.
1. Communicate verbally to patients, peers, caregivers, and other health care professionals using proper anatomical terminology appropriate to the audience.
2. Communicate proper anatomical concepts as related to patients and their treatment in writing for use by medical or non-medical personnel.
3. Explain anatomical components of the body in relationship to specific symptoms, diseases, or disease processes.
4. Interpret anatomical references in patient charts, or other literature.
Perform PROM movements on upper and lower extremity joints.
1. Distinguish ROM end feels.
2. Determine indications/benefits/limitations of PROM.
3. Perform ROM movements with correct hand placements.
4. Identify all movements available at each joint in the body.
5. Compare “normal” to “functional” range of motion values.
6. Discuss the impact of cultural awareness on PROM.
Write SOAP notes that reflect the patient’s status.
1. Differentiate the information that goes into each category of the SOAP note.
2. Write a SOAP note following a mock treatment.
Perform joint range of motion measurements.
1. Perform the technique for proper goniometric measurement of all joints.
  1. Position the patient.
  2. Align the fulcrum.
  3. Align the stationary arm.
  4. Align the moving arm.
  5. Stabilize the patient (if applicable).
  6. Read the goniometer correctly.
2. Document goniometric measurements accurately.
Respond appropriately in emergency situations.
1. Initiate BCLS procedures during mock emergency scenarios.
2. Participate in mock disaster drills.