Ethics Assignment2

Submitted by: Rida Noor Niazi
Sap ID: 20577

Subject: Professional Practice and Ethics
Submitted To: Dr. Aruba Saeed
Department: DPT 9TH Semester
TOPIC : EXPLAIN THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL THERAPIST AS A
PATIENT MANAGER.
Physical therapists (PTs) have a wide range of duties as patient managers that go beyond
providing direct care. In the patient's healthcare journey, a physical therapist serves as a leader,
educator, coordinator, and advocate. This is a thorough description of their function:
1. ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS:

 Evaluation :
Physical therapists provide comprehensive assessments to evaluate pain, range of
motion, strength, mobility, and physical function. This could entail doing particular
tests and getting the patient's medical history
 Diagnosis:
PTs diagnose movement dysfunctions and impairments based on the evaluation,
determining underlying causes and possible concomitant conditions.
2. TREATMENT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION:

 Personalized Care Plans:
PTs create customized treatment programs based on each patient's requirements,
objectives, and way of life. Exercises, manual therapy, and other therapies are
frequently part of these strategies.
 Implementation:
To guarantee the best possible results, they supervise patients' progress, lead them
through recommended exercises, and modify treatments as needed.
3. EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT:
 Patient Education:
PTs instruct patients on self-management techniques, injury prevention, the
significance of following treatment regimens, and their ailment.
 Empowerment:
PTs enable patients to actively participate in their rehabilitation and long-term
wellness by teaching them self-management skills for managing their illness and
enhancing their physical health.
4. COORDINATION OF CARE :
 Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
To deliver coordinated and all-encompassing care, physical therapists frequently
collaborate with other medical specialists, including doctors, nurses, occupational
therapists, and social workers.
 Referral and Follow up:

In order to track progress and make any required modifications to the treatment plan,
they will guarantee ongoing follow-up and may refer patients to other specialists if
necessary.
5. ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT :
 Patient Advocate :
PTs speak out for the needs of their patients, guiding them through the healthcare
system, providing them with resources, and securing whatever equipment or
adjustments they require.
 Emotional Support :
Physical therapists assist patients in managing the psychological aspects of their
illness and the healing process by offering emotional support and inspiration.
6. OUTCOME MEASUREMENT AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT:
 Monitoring Progress:
To make sure interventions are effective, PTs routinely evaluate therapy outcomes
using objective metrics and patient input.
 Quality Improvement:
To raise the standard of treatment, they use evidence-based procedures and participate
in ongoing learning. Keeping up with the most recent findings, innovations, and
approaches to treatment is part of this.
7. HEALTH PROMOTION AND PREVENTION:
 Preventive Cares:
PTs advise on ergonomics, posture, exercise regimens, and healthy lifestyle options,
which helps to promote health and prevent injuries.
 Community Education:
Workshops, seminars, and community outreach initiatives could be held by them to
increase knowledge of physical health and preventive actions.
8. DOCUMENTATION AND ADMINISTRATION:
 Record Keeping :
PTs keep thorough and precise patient records, recording evaluations, plans of
therapy, notes on progress, and correspondence with other medical professionals.
 Administrative Duties :
In addition, they might handle administrative duties like billing, scheduling, and
adhering to rules and guidelines for the healthcare industry.
 CONCLUSION:
To sum up, physical therapists who also serve as patient managers offer patient-
centered, holistic care that attends to both the mental and physical elements of
wellness. They are essential in making sure patients maintain their general well-
being and recover to the fullest extent possible.
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Submitted by: Rida Noor Niazi

Sap ID: 20577

1. ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS:

determining underlying causes and possible concomitant conditions.

2. TREATMENT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION:

 Referral and Follow up:

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