DPT 6306 - Pharmacology for Physical Therapists: Clinical Applications

Credits: 3 hr

In this course students will explore the updated most commonly used pharmacological agents seen in physical therapy practice. Students will learn the basic principles of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. The purpose, action and side effects of the medications used to manage disorders including cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic, endocrine, and other disorders will be presented. Prerequisite(s): Admissions to the transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy Program