Lesson Objectives

Describe the pathophysiology, risk factors, and classifications of common disorders of selected gastrointestinal (GI), genitourinary (GU), and metabolic/endocrine disorders encountered across the lifespan, including obesity
Identify medical treatment interventions for GI and GU conditions, including obesity
Discuss socioeconomic factors for obesity that influence effective treatment outcomes
Respond appropriately to signs and symptoms blood glucose disregulation before and during therapeutic interventions
Educate a patient on the influences of obesity on blood glucose regulation for a given case scenario
Recognize how race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic factors influence diabetes prevalence and access to effective care
Respond appropriately to signs and symptoms of a neurogenic bladder
Recognize the psychosocial impact of GI and GU dysfunction on patients quality of life
Demonstrate strong awareness of the role of the PTA in communication, interventions and patient education for selected GI, GU, and metabolic disorder management