The student will learn to evaluate and treat chronic and acute cardiopulmonary problems, and to teach clients strategies for preventing cardiopulmonary dysfunction. The student will also learn to predict and manage cardiopulmonary dysfunction in patients with other primary diagnoses. Provides the opportunity for the student to concentrate on skills and increase poise and efficiency, especially in the area of developmentally disabled. Includes identification of problems, research design, methodology and reporting of results. Applications of computer technology to research is emphasized.
Students begin to identify a research area of interest related to the developmental disabilities.
Examines the theoretical applications of various mobilization techniques and pain and stress management for the orthopedic patient. Emphasis upon joint and vertebrae evaluation and mobilization techniques. Research studies which address questions of impact on rehabilitation and which are drawn from an interdisciplinary health perspective will serve as the focus for discussion. Research designs and related statistical processes will be examined in terms of their appropriateness for addressing various rehabilitation problems. Independent study with faculty adviser.