ATR 802 - Clinical Pathology & Pharmacology

4 Credit(s) This course provides the student with knowledge and skills necessary to recognize pathophysiologic conditions of the human systems. The incidence, etiology, physiology clinical manifestations, relevant diagnostic testing, and potential differential diagnoses will be discussed. Emphasis is placed on developing psychomotor competency in medical screening and referral to the appropriate medical practitioner. Principles of pharmacotherapy interventions will be discussed with an emphasis on safe, ethical, and effective use. The effects of medication on human performance and the rehabilitation process will be covered. Four (4) lecture hours per week. This course is open only to and required of students enrolled in the Athletic Training master’s degree program.
Pre-requisites: ATR 700, ATR 702, ATR 704, ATR 706, ATR 708, ATR 710, ATR 712, ATR 714, ATR 716, ATR 718, ATR 720.
Co-requisites: ATR 800, ATR 804, ATR 806, ATR 808, ATR 810.