HLTH3103 - Functional Anatomy and Physiology for Occupational Therapy (Lecture-Lab-Clinic)

Course Description

Functional Anatomy and Kinesiology for Occupational Therapy is a 60-hour non-credit course that is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology within the context of client factors and functional movements.  In the lecture portion of this course, participants will review the osteology, myology, and neurology of the trunk and extremities.  In the lab portion of this course, participants will identify anatomical landmarks, develop palpation skills, and analyze functional movements required for work, play, and self-care.  Assessment protocols and procedures for goniometry and manual muscle testing will also be introduced in both the lecture and lab portion of the course.  In the clinic portion of this course, participants will also have the unique opportunity to apply the occupational therapy process with clients who present with specific physical dysfunction in the on-site teaching clinic under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.  Participants completing this course successfully will earn a KCC Certificate of Professional Development.

Learner Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the human body to include the biological and physical sciences (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.1.1.).
2. Articulate the importance of using statistics, tests, and measurements for the purpose of delivering evidence-based practice (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.1.7.).
3.  Administer selected assessments using appropriate procedures and protocols and use occupation for the purpose of assessment (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.4.2.).
4. Gather and share data for the purpose of evaluating client(s)’ occupational performance in activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), education, work, play, rest, sleep, leisure, and social participation.  Evaluation of occupational performance includes client factors including values, body functions, and body structures (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.4.4.).
5. Assist with the development of occupation-based intervention plans and strategies (including goals and methods to achieve them) on the basis of the stated needs of the client as well as data gathered during the evaluation process in collaboration with the client and others (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.5.1.).
6. Select and provide direct occupational therapy interventions and procedures to enhance safety, health and wellness, and performance in ADLs, IADLs, education, work, play, rest, sleep, leisure, and social participation (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.5.2.).
7. Monitor and reassess, in collaboration with the client, caregiver, family, and significant others, the effect of occupational therapy intervention and the need for continued or modified intervention, and communicate the identified needs to the occupational therapist (ACOTE, 2011, Standard B.5.28.)

Notes

If you are a student with a documented disability and have not voluntarily disclosed the nature of your disability so that we may coordinate the accommodations you need,  you are invited to contact the Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) in `Ilima 107, ph.734-9552 , or email kapdss@hawaii.edu for assistance. For students whose primary disability is Deaf or hard of hearing, contact the KCC Deaf Center in Manono 111C, ph. 734-9210 (V) or 447-1379 (videophone).  

Please note:  you will need to contact Kapi‘olani CC's DSSO or Deaf Center to request accommodations in a Kapi‘olani CC course even if you've already registered or receiving services at another UH campuses disability support program.