Health Science Technology 1 - Quia



Introduction to Health Science

Course Code: 5554

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Introduction to Health Science includes an overview of therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development pathways in the health science career cluster. The course focuses on health careers exploration, healthcare systems, leadership, employability, and communication skills. Students will develop a concept of health maintenance practices, safety, teamwork, and legal and ethical responsibilities. Work-based learning experiences may be implemented in this course.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

The course is recommended for students in grades 9-10. This foundation course may be a prerequisite for other courses in a health science education program.

CREDIT: 1 unit

INSTRUCTIONAL PHILOSOPHY:

Students will be given challenging real-world projects and assignments typical of the healthcare field. High quality work is expected and students will be given opportunities to complete work that meets the standards specified during instruction.  Classroom activities will include: reading, writing, research, problem solving, skill demonstrations, and projects.  Students will occasionally work in teams, but will be expected to complete individual assignments in relation to the team’s work. Assessment methods will be varied according to the curriculum in the course of study.  Our goal is for every student to receive relevant and rigorous instruction to prepare them for the next step in pursuing further education or a career in healthcare.

STANDARDS/COURSE GOALS:

Students are expected to meet the Health Science 1 Standards, as outlined by the South Carolina Department of Education which are based on the National Health Care Standards. This course is a prerequisite for Health Science 2 and EMS 2, which is based on the Health Science 2 standards. See appendix A.

MAJOR ASSESSMENT AND GRADING PRACTICES:

Projects/Tests/Notebooks 60%

Quizzes 25%

Homework 15%

First Nine Weeks 40%

Second Nine Weeks 40%

Final Exam 20%

Rock Hill School District’s Grading Scale:

93 - 100 A ~ Exceeds expectations

85 - 92 B ~ Meets Health Science standards & expectations

77 - 84 C ~ Passing grade but does not meet some standards

70 - 76 D ~ Passing, but only meets minimum standards

0 - 69 F ~ Failing, does not meet minimum standards

*This is in conjunction with the South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale. Numerical grades will be reported on interim reports and report cards

It is the student’s responsibility to check on missed assignments/tests if they are absent and make up work within 1 day of their return. The following policy will be followed for late assignments with NO exceptions:

Each day late is 5 points reduction up to 20 points total. Highest score then is an 80% for work turned in later than 4 days.

MAJOR COURSE ASSIGNMENTS & PROJECTS:

Tests: Unit tests will be administered at the completion of every unit. Cumulative mid-term and final exams will be administered as scheduled by Rock Hill School District and the Applied Technology Center’s administration.

Projects: Students will complete many projects and assignments throughout the semester. Project guidelines, requirements, and due dates will be discussed when the project is assigned. A few assignments are included in this syllabus for your review; other assignments will be given in class.

#1 ~ Health History Time line (Due TBA) In small groups, students will create a time line for the history of health care showing the events they believe are the most important in the development of modern-day health care and explain why they believe these events are important. Each group member will pick a particular event and type a one page paper on why they believe that event was important. Students will be given the opportunity to create several drafts of the time line to come up with a finished product. Specifications will be given at a later date.

#2 ~ Different Cultures in Health Care (Due TBA) In small groups, students will research a culture and design a PowerPoint presentation that shows how that culture deals with different situations in health care. Students will be given the opportunity to create several drafts of the PowerPoint to come up with a finished product. Each group member will also type a one page paper on one aspect of health (i.e. how they deal with pain, how they deal with illness) and how that culture is different than their own. Specifications will be given at a later date.

#3 ~ Career Project (Due TBA)

In groups of four, students will choose a health career and create a health science career manual related to a chosen career. Some class time will be designated solely for research and creation of the final project. Every week, students will be graded on different parts of the project. For each career, students will also research a pioneer in their chosen field and create a poster with that person’s major achievements. At the end of the project students will present their finding with a group paper and PowerPoint presentation, and the class will combine all of their careers into a manual. Specifications will be given at a later date.

#4 ~ Disease Brochure (Due TBA) Students will investigate an assigned infectious disease using either of the two websites: or . Research the epidemiology of each disease and develop a typed trifold brochure (using Microsoft Publisher). Specifications for this project will be given at a later date.

Other projects will be added as time permits.

Materials: Notebook (3 ring binder), black or blue pens, notebook paper, dividers (set of 5 tabs), 4x6 index cards, markers or colored pencils, and other supplies for projects as needed.

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:

Please pay close attention to rules and procedures (see additional handout related to class rules, consequences, and procedures) to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you. We will participate in many hands-on activities that will require you to follow safety measures. In the case of behavior and discipline problems, I will follow the Applied Technology Center’s and the district’s policy related to the offense and make referrals to administration as needed.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns throughout the semester, please feel free to contact me by phone at 803-981-1100 or email at pcurley@ or little@ . We reserve the right to modify this syllabus at any time.

Thank you,

Health Science Department

Applied Technology Center

INTRO HS COURSE OUTLINE & STANDARDS

Note: This is a tentative outline. This outline will be modified and adjusted, as needed!

Week 1

Class Orientation

• Student / Teacher Expectations

• School Safety Instructions

• HOSA / Leadership (Standards 8.1-8.6)

• Teamwork (Standards 8.1 – 8.6)

Week 2

History and Trends of Health Care –

Chapter 1

(Standard 3.1. 3.3, 3.5)

• History of Health Care

• Trends in Health Care

Week 3

Health Care Systems – Chapter 2

(Standard 3.2 – 3.7)

• Private Health Care Facilities

Week 4

Personal Qualities of a Health Care Worker – Chapter 3

(Standards 2.1 – 2.5, 4.1 – 4.11, 8.1 – 8.6, 9.1)

• Personal Appearance

• Personal Characteristics

• Effective Communication

• Teamwork

Week 5

Legal & Ethical Responsibilities – Chapter 5

(Standards 5.1 – 5.5, 6.1 – 6.4)

• Legal Responsibilities

• Ethics

Week 6

Culture and Diversity – Chapter 6

(Standards 6.5, 6.6)

• Culture, Ethnicity, and Race

Week 7

Promotion of Safety – Chapter 10

(Standards 7.3 – 7.10)

• Using Body Mechanics

• Preventing Accidents and Injuries

• Observing Fire Safety

Week 8

Infection Control – Chapter 11

(Standards 7.1, 7.2, 7.4, 7.7, 7.10, 9.1 – 9.3)

• Washing Hands

• Observing Standard Precautions

Weeks 9 – 12

Community First Aid and Safety – American Red Cross

(Standards 10.2, 9.1 – 9.3)

• Adult CPR

• Child and Infant CPR

• First Aid

Weeks 13 – 16

Careers in Health Care – SOWEGA

(Standards 8.1, 4.1 – 4.11)

• Career Search

• Overview of Careers

Weeks 17 – 18

Vital Signs – Chapter 12

(Standard 10.1)

• Temperature

• Pulse

• Respirations

**Medical Terminology – Chapter 7

(Standards 1.4, 1.5, 2.8)

• Medical Abbreviations

• Word Parts

**Medical Math – Chapter 8

(Standard 1.1, 1.2, 1.3)

• Basic Calculations

• Estimating

• Roman Numerals

• Angles

• Systems of Measurement

• Temperature Conversion

• Military Time

** Will be taught throughout semester.

Appendix A

Introduction to Health Science

Foundation Standard 1: Academic Foundation

Healthcare professionals will know the academic subject matter required for proficiency within their area. They will use this knowledge as needed in their role. The following accountability criteria are considered essential for students in a health science program of study.

1. Identify components of the metric and household systems of measure.

2. Solve computations using the metric and household systems of measure.

3. Calculate mathematical conversions of weights and measures related to healthcare.

4. Record time using 24-hour clock.

5. Demonstrate oral and written use of medical terminology.

6. Pronounce medical terms.

7. Spell medical terms.

Foundation Standard 2: Communications

Healthcare professionals will know the various methods of giving and obtaining information. They will communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

1. Interpret verbal and nonverbal communication.

2. Recognize barriers to communication.

3. Report subjective and objective information.

4. Recognize elements of communication using a sender-receiver model.

5. Apply speaking and active listening skills.

6. Recognize elements of written and electronic communication (spelling, grammar, formatting, and confidentiality).

7. Communicate in a straightforward, understandable, accurate, and timely manner.

8. Listen attentively to verbal instructions, requests, and other information to verify accuracy.

Foundation Standard 3: Systems

Healthcare professionals will understand how their role fits into their department, their organization, and the overall healthcare environment. They will identify how key systems affect services they perform and quality of care.

1. Describe healthcare history and medical advances.

2. Identify healthcare delivery system (public, private, government, and nonprofit).

3. Explain factors influencing healthcare delivery systems.

4. Describe responsibilities of consumers within the healthcare system.

5. Explain the impact of emerging issues on healthcare delivery systems.

6. Discuss common methods of payment for healthcare.

Foundation Standard 4: Employability Skills

Healthcare professionals will understand how employability skills enhance their employment opportunities and job satisfaction. They will demonstrate key employability skills and will maintain and upgrade skills, as needed.

1. Classify personal traits or attitudes and professional characteristics desirable in a member of the healthcare team.

2. Summarize professional standards as they apply to hygiene, dress, language, confidentiality, and behavior.

3. Formulate solutions to problems using critical thinking skills.

4. Demonstrate employability skills.

5. Follow attendance policies of the employer or educational institution.

6. Explore a potential health science career path in at least one of the following health care services: diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology and research development.

7. Recognize levels of education, credentialing requirements, employment opportunities, workplace environments, and career growth potential.

8. Participate in healthcare work-based learning experiences (guest speakers, virtual tours, job shadowing, blood drives, community service projects, etc.).

9. Develop components of a personal portfolio.

10.Explain process for obtaining employment.

Foundation Standard 5: Legal Responsibilities

Healthcare professionals will understand the legal responsibilities, limitations, and implications of their actions within the healthcare delivery setting. They will perform their duties according to regulations, policies, laws, and legislated rights of clients.

1. Explain practices that could result in malpractice, liability, and/or negligence.

2. Describe standards for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

3. Describe advance directives.

4. Summarize the Patient’s Bill of Rights.

5. Define informed consent.

Foundation Standard 6: Ethics

Healthcare professionals will understand accepted ethical practices with respect to cultural, social, and ethnic differences within the healthcare environment. They will perform quality healthcare delivery.

1. Differentiate between ethical and legal issues impacting healthcare.

2. Compare personal, professional, and organizational ethics.

3. Recognize ethical and legal issues and their implications related to healthcare.

4. Discuss ethical behaviors in healthcare.

5. Identify religious and cultural values as they impact healthcare.

6. Demonstrate respectful and empathetic interactions with diverse age, cultural, economic, ethnic, and religious groups.

Foundation Standard 7: Safety Practices

Healthcare professionals will understand the existing and potential hazards to clients, coworkers, and self. They will prevent injury or illness through safe work practices and follow health and safety policies and procedures.

1. Explain principles of infection control.

2. Apply personal safety procedures based on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regulations.

3. Apply principles of body mechanics and ergonomics.

4. Identify personal protective equipment (PPE).

5. Apply safety techniques in the work environment.

6. Apply standard precautions as described in the rules and regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

7. Practice fire safety related to a healthcare setting.

8. Comply with safety signs, symbols, and labels.

Foundation Standard 8: Teamwork

Healthcare professionals will understand the roles and responsibilities of individual members as part of the healthcare team, including their ability to promote the delivery of quality healthcare. They will interact effectively and sensitively with all members of the healthcare team.

1. Define roles and responsibilities of team members.

2. Recognize characteristics of effective teams.

3. Recognize methods for building positive team relationships.

4. Describe attributes and attitudes of an effective leader.

5. Apply effective techniques for managing team conflict.

Foundation Standard 9: Health Maintenance Practices

Healthcare professionals will understand the fundamentals of wellness and the prevention of disease processes. They will practice preventive health behaviors among the clients.

1. Apply behaviors that promote health and wellness.

2. Describe strategies for prevention of diseases including health screenings and examinations.

3. Discuss complementary and alternative health practices.

Foundation Standard 10: Technical Skills

Healthcare professionals will apply technical skills required for all career specialties. They will demonstrate skills and knowledge as appropriate.

1. Discuss procedures for measuring and recording vital signs.

2. Explain cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillator (AED), foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO), and first aid.

Foundation Standard 11: Information Technology Applications

Healthcare professionals will use information technology applications required within all career specialties. They will demonstrate use as appropriate to healthcare applications.

1. Communicate using technology (fax, e-mail, and Internet) to access and distribute data and other information.

2. Recognize technology applications in healthcare.

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