OT 511 - Addressing Adult Medical/ Surgical and Neurological Conditions in Occupational Therapy

In this course, students will gain in-depth knowledge about the medical surgical conditions and environments for occupational therapy in acute care settings. They will also build on knowledge gained in the co-requisite course, Applied Neuroscience to support their examination and application of OT assessment and intervention related to the impact of motor, sensory, cognitive, and emotional deficits on the occupational performance and participation of adult clients with various neurological injuries and disabilities including strokes and traumatic brain injury. Students will also learn and practice safe and effective transfer techniques for clients with different medical/functional needs.
Lecture
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: OT 500, OT 503, OT 505, OT 506 and OT 507
Co-requisite: OT 510
Offered in the Spring Semester
Department Consent Required