Academic Foundation

HS –CPM-1: Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the academic subject matter required for proficiency within their area. Academic Standards are integrated throughout the standard statements within their discipline areas and documented immediately following the standard statement.

Injury Assessment, Evaluation, Prevention and Treatment of Head and Face Injuries

HS-CPM-2. Students will be able to analyze the anatomy, muscular structure, vascular structure, and describe the mechanisms signs and symptoms and potential complications associated with head and facial injuries.

  1. Identify and locate the bones associated with the head and face on either a human skeleton or subject.
  2. Identify and locate the muscle origins and insertions of the head and face on either a human skeleton or subject.
  3. Perform a complete examination of the cranial nerves.
  4. Identify specific type of injuries that occur to the head and face.
  5. Differentiate among signs and symptoms of concussions, skull fractures and intracranial hemorrhage.
  6. Discuss the potential consequences and delayed symptoms of head and facial trauma.
  7. Utilize proper treatment specific to head and facial injuries.
  8. Perform an on-site examination of potential head or facial injuries, including special tests for cognition, balance and coordination to include the criteria for medical referral.

Injury Assessment, Evaluation, Prevention and Treatment of Cervical Spine and Upper Thoracic Spine

HS-CPM-3. Students will analyze the anatomy, muscular structure, vascular structure, ROM, MMT and special tests, as well as prevention and treatment, of the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.

  1. Identify and locate the bones associated with the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine on either a human skeleton or subject.
  2. Identify and locate the muscle origins and insertions of the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine on either a human skeleton or subject.
  3. Demonstrate muscle actions associated with the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  4. Perform a functional assessment of myotomes, dermatomes, reflexes and vascularity of the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  5. Interpret the causes of neuropathy in the upper extremity relative to cervical pathology.
  6. Administer Passive Range of Motion (PROM) and Active Range of Motion (AROM) tests special to the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  7. Administer MMT specific to the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  8. Identify specific type of injuries that occur to the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  9. Define the proper evaluation procedures and special tests specific to injuries associated with the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  10. Identify and demonstrate proper preventative techniques to the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  11. Utilize proper treatment techniques specific to the cervical spine and upper thoracic spine.
  12. Participate in mock examinations and practical simulations.

Injury Assessment, Evaluation, Prevention and Treatment of Lower Thoracic Spine and Lumbar Spine

HS-CPM-4. Students will analyze the anatomy, muscular structure, vascular structure, ROM, MMT and special tests, as well as prevention and treatment, of the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.

  1. Identify and locate the bones associated with the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine on either a human skeleton or subject.
  2. Identify and locate the muscle origins and insertions of the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine on either a human skeleton or subject.
  3. Demonstrate muscle actions associated with the lower thoracic spine and cervical spine.
  4. Perform a functional assessment of myotomes, dermatomes, reflexes and vascularity of the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  5. Interpret the causes of neuropathy in the upper and lower extremity relative to lumbar pathology.
  6.  Administer Passive Range of Motion (PROM) and Active Range of Motion (AROM) tests special to the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  7. Administer MMT specific to the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  8. Identify specific type of injuries that occur to the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  9. Define the proper evaluation procedures and special tests specific to injuries associated with the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  10. Identify and demonstrate proper preventative techniques to the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  11. Utilize proper treatment techniques specific to the lower thoracic spine and lumbar spine.
  12. Participate in mock examinations and practical simulations.

Injury Assessment, Evaluation, Prevention and Treatment of Thoracic and Abdomen

HS-CPM-5. Students will analyze the anatomy, muscular structure, vascular structure, ROM, and special tests, as well as prevention and treatment, of the thoracic and abdomen.

  1. Identify and locate the bones associated with the thoracic region on either a human skeleton or subject.
  2. Identify and locate the muscle origins and insertions of the thoracic region on either a human skeleton or subject.
  3. Identify specific type of injuries that occur to the thoracic region  and abdomen.
  4. Identify the potential consequences and signs and symptoms from direct or indirect trauma to the abdomen.
  5. Utilize proper treatment specific to thoracic and abdominal injuries.
  6. Perform an on-site examination of potential thoracic and abdominal injuries, indicating criteria for medical referral.

Injury Assessment, Evaluation, Prevention and Treatment of Cardiorespiratory and Visceral Conditions

HS-CPM-6. Students will analyze the anatomy, muscular structure, vascular structure, as well as prevention and treatment, of cardiorespiratory and visceral region conditions.

  1. Identify the function and anatomy of the cardiorespiratory system and visceral region.
  2. Identify specific type of injuries that occur to the cardiorespiratory system and visceral region.
  3. Define the signs and symptoms relative to the cardiorespiratory system that may be encountered.
  4. Perform an on-site examination of potential cardiorespiratory system and visceral region injuries, for 
emergent or non-emergent medical referral.

Infection Control in Physical Medicine

HS-CPM-7: Students will identify and describe pathogens commonly encountered in physical medicine and will demonstrate knowledge of infection control principles.

  1. Describe the components of the chain of infection and methods for interrupting the chain
  2. Explain and demonstrate the use of standard precautions as described in the rules and regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  3. Practice aseptic techniques in the physical medicine setting
  4. Compare the different levels of aseptic control and their uses in physical medicine
  5. Demonstrate proper disposal of hazardous waste
  6. Utilize appropriate PPE whenever there is a risk for contact with bodily fluids
  7. Evaluate the role of the immune system in physical medicine.

Career Planning in Physical Medicine

HS-CPM-8: Students will participate in research and self-assessment to identify their choice of careers in the area of physical medicine.

  1. Plan and evaluate a variety of careers in physical medicine and explain the educational requirements for each
  2. Identify a variety of employment settings within physical medicine
  3. Identify the personal characteristics for a career in physical medicine
  4. Explain certification, accreditation, registration and licensure as it applies to disciplines within physical medicine
  5. Identify primary and secondary members of the physical medicine team and evaluate the roles and responsibilities of each member
  6. Identify and discuss the professional organizations and associations related to physical medicine and evaluate the benefits of membership in these organizations
  7. Develop a career plan and set long and short term goals that will enable them to be successful members of the physical medicine team.

Role of Nutrition in Physical Medicine

HS-CPM-9 Students will evaluate the importance of nutrition in physical medicine.

  1. Identify the six classes of nutrients and describe the functions of each
  2. Identify the five food groups and list several food sources for each group
  3. Assess the nutritional status of patients in physical medicine
  4. Define calorie and explain the role of calories in weight maintenance, weight loss, and weight gain
  5. Distinguish between the signs, symptoms, and treatment of various eating disorders
  6. Analyze the importance of water and describe signs of dehydration
  7. Compare and contrast different methods of fluid replacement for the physically active person
  8. Describe the components of a pre-event meal.

Monitoring and Evaluating Client/Patient Status

HS-CPM-10: Students will demonstrate the process for basic assessment (i.e. vital signs, height, weight, etc…), monitoring, reporting/recording patient/client’s health status.

  1. Perform all “beginning and ending” procedures utilized in a clinical setting (i.e. wash your hands, gather equipment, provide for privacy, etc…)
  2. Evaluate factors that may affect temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight including normal and abnormal values.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to utilize and accurately read manual and electronic equipment to measure vital signs, height and weight using aseptic technique as well as use other assessment instruments and equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines and accepted safety practices.
  4. Utilize manual and electronic equipment to measure vital signs, height and weight.
  5. Report and record temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight manually on graphic/flow sheets and/or electronically on mobile charts (when available) within designated time frame.
  6. Apply mathematical concepts and perform mathematical calculations appropriate to clinical expectations and/or work-based learning site.

Environmental Issues

HS-CPM-11. Students will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the environmental conditions such as heat, humidity, moisture, and cold that can impair the body’s ability to function properly.

  1. Define and correctly spell each of the key terms associated with environmental issues
  2. Identify the signs and symptoms of conditions caused by exposure to extreme environments
  3. Describe methods to prevent or minimize the effects of environmental conditions
  4. Describe methods of handling emergencies associated with extreme environmental conditions
  5. Identify the stresses of exercise in the heat and cold conditions in both the trained and untrained state
  6. Identify the adaptations that occur as a result of acclimatization to heat and cold conditions
  7. Describe precautions that should be taken in a lightning storm
  8. List the problems that air pollution presents and how they can be avoided

Emergency Action Planning

Completion of this standard will enable students to obtain certifications in American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support and/or American Red Cross (ARC) CPR.

HS-CPM-12. Students will demonstrate the steps of Basic Life Support (BLS).

  1. Demonstrate cardiopulmonary resuscitation on an infant; child and an adult (simulate using manikins).
  2. Utilize personal protection devices and the use of standard precautions for disease prevention.
  3. Identify when cardiopulmonary resuscitation may be discontinued once it has been initiated.
  4. Demonstrate the application, operation, and maintenance of an automated external defibrillator trainer.

 

CTAE Foundation Skills

CTAE-FS-1 Technical Skills: Learners achieve technical content skills necessary to pursue the full range of careers for all pathways in the program concentration.

CTAE-FS-2 Academic Foundations: Learners achieve state academic standards at or above grade level.

CTAE-FS-3 Communications: Learners use various communication skills in expressing and interpreting information.

CTAE-FS-4 Problem Solving and Critical Thinking: Learners define and solve problems, and use problem-solving and

improvement methods and tools.

CTAE-FS-5 Information Technology Applications: Learners use multiple information technology devices to access, organize, process, transmit, and communicate information.

CTAE-FS-6 Systems: Learners understand a variety of organizational structures and functions.

CTAE-FS-7 Safety, Health and Environment: Learners employ safety, health and environmental management systems in corporations and comprehend their importance to organizational performance and regulatory compliance.

CTAE-FS-8 Leadership and Teamwork: Learners apply leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.

CTAE-FS-9 Ethics and Legal Responsibilities: Learners commit to work ethics, behavior, and legal responsibilities in the workplace.

CTAE-FS-10 Career Development: Learners plan and manage academic-career plans and employment relations.

CTAE-FS-11 Entrepreneurship: Learners demonstrate understanding of concepts, processes, and behaviors associated with, successful entrepreneurial performance.