Building on previously learned knowledge and skills this course continues to focus on the practical skills required to successfully assist the Physical Therapist and their clients in acute care settings. The course emphasizes physiotherapy treatments and interventions to promote of functional mobility, balance and strength for clients with cardiovascular and respiratory conditions, circulatory disorders within an acute care setting
Prerequisites
OPTA 1133.
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What you will learn
- Vital Signs and emergency situations
- Breathing exercises
- Oxygen therapy
- Secretion removal
- Mobilizing surgical clients
- Rehabilitation post cardiac event
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Tracheostomies, suction and ventilators
- General respiratory conditions
- Peripheral vascular disease and diabetes
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42661 |
March 17, 2026 to April 22, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.