TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - The Profession A1 - Dutton, Mark PY - 2021 T2 - Dutton's Introduction to Physical Therapy and Patient Skills, 2e AB - CHAPTER OBJECTIVESAt the completion of this chapter, the reader will be able to:Define physical therapy and the role it plays within the healthcare systemGive a historical perspective of how the role of the physical therapist has changed over the yearsName some of the pioneers who played a significant role in the development of today’s physical therapy professionDescribe how the name of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) was derivedDescribe how social change affected the growth of physical therapy in the United StatesDiscuss the purposes of having a professional code of ethicsDescribe the differences between morals and ethicsHave a good understanding of the APTA policies that address practice standards, ethical conduct, and professionalismDescribe the various practice settings that employ physical therapistsDescribe the various members of the healthcare teamDescribe the knowledge and skills needed by physical therapists entering practice in the areas of leadership, administration, management, and professionalism (LAMP) SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/28 UR - accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1176134422 ER -