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Professionalism in Physical Therapy: History, Practice, and Development

Laura Lee Swisher

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Description:As the role of the physical therapist widens to include more primary care and diagnostic responsibilities, there is a greater need for a single, up-to-date resource that explores professional roles and developments in this changing field. This new book is the definitive reference on this important topic. This concise book provides information on every vital area important to professionalism: documentation, law and ethics, and leadership - all in the context of the five roles of the physical therapist as defined by the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition. Readers will find information on the history of professionalism in physical therapy, the five roles of the physical therapist (Patient/Client Manager, Consultant, Critical Inquirer, Educator, and Administrator), the role of the physical therapist in today's health care system, and professional leadership and development. Case studies, "how to lists" and "tips from the field" encourage critical thinking and provide strategies for various issues. The book also offers tips on preparing a portfolio, determining leadership style, and preparing a professional development plan based on the APTA's five roles.Develops and defines principles and concepts of professionalism to guide physical therapists in times of changeFollows the APTA's Guide and includes quotes and information from this document throughoutOffers a comprehensive history of physical therapy, with unique information on origins of the professionOffers comprehensive coverage of legal and ethical issues, showing how these issues affect the entire practice of physical therapyDiscusses billing and reimbursement practices, with specific information on how to document and bill as an aspect of practiceDefines and explains the role of the consultant, both as an autonomous health care provider or as a member of a health care teamFeatures real-life case studies and discussion questions at the end of each chapter to encourage practical application of concepts and test readers' knowledgeProvides end-of-chapter "tips"to help readers develop best practicesWe have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Professionalism in Physical Therapy: History, Practice, and Development. To get started finding Professionalism in Physical Therapy: History, Practice, and Development, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: As the role of the physical therapist widens to include more primary care and diagnostic responsibilities, there is a greater need for a single, up-to-date resource that explores professional roles and developments in this changing field. This new book is the definitive reference on this important topic. This concise book provides information on every vital area important to professionalism: documentation, law and ethics, and leadership - all in the context of the five roles of the physical therapist as defined by the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition. Readers will find information on the history of professionalism in physical therapy, the five roles of the physical therapist (Patient/Client Manager, Consultant, Critical Inquirer, Educator, and Administrator), the role of the physical therapist in today's health care system, and professional leadership and development. Case studies, "how to lists" and "tips from the field" encourage critical thinking and provide strategies for various issues. The book also offers tips on preparing a portfolio, determining leadership style, and preparing a professional development plan based on the APTA's five roles.Develops and defines principles and concepts of professionalism to guide physical therapists in times of changeFollows the APTA's Guide and includes quotes and information from this document throughoutOffers a comprehensive history of physical therapy, with unique information on origins of the professionOffers comprehensive coverage of legal and ethical issues, showing how these issues affect the entire practice of physical therapyDiscusses billing and reimbursement practices, with specific information on how to document and bill as an aspect of practiceDefines and explains the role of the consultant, both as an autonomous health care provider or as a member of a health care teamFeatures real-life case studies and discussion questions at the end of each chapter to encourage practical application of concepts and test readers' knowledgeProvides end-of-chapter "tips"to help readers develop best practicesWe have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Professionalism in Physical Therapy: History, Practice, and Development. To get started finding Professionalism in Physical Therapy: History, Practice, and Development, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
Our library is the biggest of these that have literally hundreds of thousands of different products represented.

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