Video

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Accreditation Information:

Course Outline:

Hour 1

Screening for Hematological Disease

Blood Elements

Erythrocytes
Leukocytes

Hematopoiesis (RBC’S)
Hematopoiesis (WBC’s)
Hematopoiesis (Platelets)

Blood Disorders

Erythrocyte Disorders

Anemia
Sickle Cell Anemia
Polycythemia

Leukocytic Disorders

Leukocytosis
Leukopenia

Platelet Disorders

Thrombocytosis
Thrombocytopenia

Coagulation Disorders

Hemophilia
Hemophilia A (classic)
Hemophilia B

Signs and Symptoms of Blood Disorders
Normal Lab Values

Guidelines for Immediate Medical Attention
Guidelines for Physician Referral

Hour 2

Screening for Cardiovascular Disorders

Coronary Heart Disease/Ischemic Heart Disease
Arteriosclerosis
Angina Pectoris

Predisposing factors
Signs and Symptoms
Hypertension (HTN)
Pre-hypertension
Factors affecting blood pressure
Non-modifiable Risk Factors for HTN

Heredity
Race
Gender
Age

Modifiable Risk Factors

Smoking
Alcohol consumption
Stress
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle
Diet
Hyperlipidemia

Myocardial Infarction (MI)

Symptomology in Females
Signs and Symptoms

Cardiac Arrhythmias

Sinus Node Abnormalities

Bradycardia
Tachycardia
Sick Sinus syndrome-elderly

Premature ventricular contractions (PVC’s)

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Left-sided
Right-sided
Signs and Symptoms

Endocarditis
Pericarditis
Mitral Valve Prolapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) Assessment
Vascular Claudication
Cardiovascular Red Flag Presentation in the Knee, Leg, Ankle

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Homan’s Sign

Clinical Decision Rule Wells
Cardiovascular System Screen

Guidelines for Physician Referral

Screening for Immune Disorders

Guidelines for Physician Referral

Hour 3

Screening for Digestive System Disorders

GI Pathophysiology
GI Screening Indications
GI Signs and Symptoms
Guidelines for Immediate Medical Attention
Guidelines for Physician Referral

Case Studies

Authors

Suzanne Tinsley, PhD, PT, NCS

Marie Vazquez Morgan, Ph.D, PT

Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapy - Hematological, Cardiovascular, Immune and Digestive System Disorders

Name: Differential Diagnosis for Physical Therapy - Hematological, Cardiovascular, Immune and Digestive System Disorders
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3 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate

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Description:

As the profession of Physical Therapy has progressed, the importance of differential diagnosis and medical screening has increased, especially with the mandate of autonomous practice. This seminar will give the clinician the ability to screen the multiple body organ systems for diseases and syndromes that are not of musculoskeletal origin. The seminar further addresses effective mechanisms that result in client referrals to appropriate health care practitioners. Through lectures and case studies, the therapist will be able to determine the best course of action with a patient utilizing the best available assessment tools and measures and evidence-based practice to determine diagnosis, need for referral, or method of treatment.

This seminar-on-demand is 3 contact hours in length (check your state’s approval status in the state specific course catalog for your profession).

Full Course Description

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This course is intended to instruct the professional on screening the multiple body organ systems for diseases and syndromes that are not of musculoskeletal origin.

Professional Objectives:

Recognize how to apply the principles of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) as it relates to clinical decision making in primary care physical therapy by applying optimal diagnostic standards to the clinical decision making process.
Recognize and utilize questions during the examination/re-examination and intervention phases of treatment to facilitate making an accurate differential diagnosis.
Distinguish between the presentation of clinical signs and symptoms associated with selected medical diagnoses to facilitate making a differential diagnosis.
Identify available medical information as a basis for making appropriate referrals to physicians, certified clinical specialists, or other health care professionals.
Recognize client signs and symptoms that require immediate and/or emergency medical attention and make appropriate referrals.

Criteria for Completion:

A score of 70% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Goals & Objectives:

Course Goals:

This course is intended to instruct the professional on screening the multiple body organ systems for diseases and syndromes that are not of musculoskeletal origin.

Professional Objectives:

Recognize how to apply the principles of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) as it relates to clinical decision making in primary care physical therapy by applying optimal diagnostic standards to the clinical decision making process.
Recognize and utilize questions during the examination/re-examination and intervention phases of treatment to facilitate making an accurate differential diagnosis.
Distinguish between the presentation of clinical signs and symptoms associated with selected medical diagnoses to facilitate making a differential diagnosis.
Identify available medical information as a basis for making appropriate referrals to physicians, certified clinical specialists, or other health care professionals.
Recognize client signs and symptoms that require immediate and/or emergency medical attention and make appropriate referrals.

Criteria for Completion:

A score of 70% or more is considered passing. Scores of less than 70% indicate a failure to understand the material and the test will need to be taken again until a passing score has been achieved.

Disclosures:

Contact Hours: 3

Target Audience: Physical Therapist, and Physical Therapist Assistant

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Course Type: Seminar-on-demand

The course materials for this webinar are available in our online format.

Personnel Disclosure:

Financial –Suzanne Tinsley is employed by Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport. and receives a salary. She receives payment from HomeCEU for the presentation of this course.

Financial –Marie Vazquez Morgan is employed at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport and receives a salary. She receives payment from HomeCEU for the presentation of this course.

Nonfinancial – No relevant nonfinancial relationship exists.
No relevant conflicts of interest exist for any member of the activity planning committee.

Content Disclosure: This course does not focus solely on any specific product or service.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.