BookMark Dutton.
Summary: This book introduces a conceptual framework about the art of physical therapy to give the entry-level physical therapy student a broad foundation from which to support their journey through the typical physical therapy curriculum. The purpose of this text is to cover the fundamental skills that most physical therapists will use for the rest of their careers.
Contents:
Chapter 1: The Profession
Chapter 2: Healthcare Regulations
Chapter 3: Evidence-Informed Practice
Chapter 4: Foundations of Movement
Chapter 5: Patient/Client Management
Chapter 6: Movement Dysfunction
Chapter 7: Correcting Movement Dysfunction
Chapter 8: Preparation for Patient Care
Chapter 9: Monitoring Vital Signs
Chapter 10: Bed Mobility, Patient Positioning, and Draping
Chapter 11: Mobility
Chapter 12: Manual Muscle Testing
Chapter 13: Patient Transfers and Mobility
Chapter 14: Gait Training
Appendix A: Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy
Appendix B: Criteria for Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy
Appendix C: Code of Ethics
Appendix D: Standards of Ethical Conduct for the Physical Therapist Assistant
Appendix E: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).