Valley Rop Course Outline

VALLEY ROP COURSE OUTLINE

COURSE TITLE:Medical Terminology

CBEDS TITLE:Other Health Careers

CBEDS NUMBER:4298

JOB TITLES:078.687Laboratory Assistant

355.377Occupational Therapy Aide

354.374-010Nurse, Practical

076.224Physical Therapist Aide

074.387Pharmacy Assistant

354.377-010Birth Attendant

354.377-014Home Attendant

354.677-010First Aid Attendant

355.374-010Ambulance Attendant

355.374-014Certified Medication Technician

355.377-014Psychiatric Aide

355.377-018Mental Retardation Aide

355.674-014Nurse Assistant

355.674-018Orderly

355.674-022Respiratory Therapy Aide

COURSE DECRIPTION:

This class is taught at multiple sites as part of the Valley ROP health careers pathway. It may be offered as either a year long course or a 1 semester course taught in conjunction with First Aid & Safety. A component of the class will be to explore careers in health care through job shadowing, tours and guest speakers. The Medical Terminology course prepares students for entry level positions into numerous occupations in health care and gives the student a fundamental understanding of the human body. Students study the body systems including anatomy and physiology; pathology, diagnostics, symptomatic and therapeutic terms, numerous medical procedures, abbreviations, pharmacology terms, and medical records. Students also learn combing forms, prefixes and/or suffixes which enables them to understand and comprehend the language used in health care. CPR, choking intervention and use of AED’s will also be covered in the year long course.

ARTICULATION:2+2 articulation with FresnoCityCollege

HOURS:90 / 180

CREDITS:5 / 10

PREREQUISITES:None

DATE:August 1999

REVISED:January 2006, February 2008, November 2013, March 2014

GRADE LEVELS:11-12

TEXTBOOKS:Medical Terminology: A Systems Approach.

F. A. Davis Company. Fourth Edition. 1999.

OBJECTIVES/COMPETENCIES:

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

Health Science and Medical Technology Industry Sector – Anchor Standards

Academics – Analyze and apply appropriate standards required for successful industry sector pathway completion leading to postsecondary education and employment.
Communications – Acquire and accurately use Health Science and Medical Technology sector terminology and protocols at the career and college readiness level for communicating effectively in oral, written, and multimedia formats.
Career Planning and Management – Integrate multiple sources of career information from diverse formats to make informed career decisions, solve problems and manage personal career plans.
Technology – Use existing and emerging technology to investigate, research, and produce products and services, including new information as required in the Health Science and Medical technology sector workplace environment.
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking – Conduct short, as well as more sustained, research to create alternative solutions to answer a question or solve a problem unique to the Health Science and Medical Technology sector using critical and creative thinking, logical reasoning, analysis, inquiry and problem-solving techniques.
Health and Safety – Demonstrate health and safety procedures, regulations and personal health practices and determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and domain-specific words and phrases as related to the Health Science and Medical technology sector workplace environment.
Responsibility and Flexibility – Initiate, and participate in a range of collaborations demonstrating behaviors that reflect personal and professional responsibility, flexibility and respect in the Health Science and Medical technology sector workplace environment and community settings.
Ethics and Legal Responsibilities –Practice professional, ethical, and legal behavior, responding thoughtfully to diverse perspectives and resolving contradictions when possible, consistent with applicable laws, regulations,and organizational norms.
Leadership and Teamwork – Work with peers to promote divergent and creative perspectives, effective leadership, group dynamics, team and individual decision making, benefits of workforce diversity and conflict resolution as practiced in the Cal-HOSA career technical students organization.
Technical Knowledge and Skills – Apply essential technical knowledge and skills common to all pathways in the Health Science and Medical technology sector, following procedures when carrying out experiments or performing technical tasks.
Demonstration and Application – Demonstrate and apply the knowledge and skills contained int the Health Science and Medical Technology anchor standards, pathway standards and performance indicators in classroom, laboratory and workplace settings and through the Cal-HOSA career technical student organization..

Key Assignments will focus on / facilitate the following:

Explain the technique of building medical words using basic word elements.
State common elements of the Medical Record. Compare the different types of health care settings, Illustrate the need for Confidentiality in the health care field.
Learn about the basic structure of medical words by identifying the major categories of suffixes and prefixes. Describe anatomical directions, structures, regions, body structures and functions.
Learn about the skin by explaining the main functions of the integumentary system, diagnostic procedures, major skin problems, surgical and therapeutic procedures.
Learn the main functions of the gastrointestinal system; the role of the liver and gallbladder in digestion; the various part of the gastrointestinal system by identify organs of the alimentary canal also the diagnostic, symptomatic and therapeutic terms related to the gastrointestinal system.
Learn about the respiratory system by differentiating between external and internal respiration; identifying the structures of the respiratory system; describing the function of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles in the breathing process; and describing the various pathological conditions of the respiratory tract and other symptomatic and therapeutic terms.
Learn about the cardiovascular system by listing and describing the major structures and functions of the heart; the three types of blood vessels, the systolic and diastolic blood pressures, differentiating between systemic and pulmonary circulation; and by listing the structures, in sequential order, explaining how the electrical current passes through the heart during the cardiac cycle.
Learn about the immune system by describing the functions of blood cells the lymphatic system; and listing the components of plasma, the two major white blood cells and their functions.
Learn about the musculoskeletal system by describing the functions of the skeletal system, the four types of bones, division of the vertebral column, and their functions.
Learn about the urinary system by describing and identifying the structure and function of the nephrons, reproductive process of the male, seminal vesicle, prostate, and Cowper’s diagnostic terms.
Learn the female reproductive system by listing and describing the organs, stages of pregnancy, identifying prefixes and suffixes that relate to the female reproductive system.
Learn about the endocrine system by listing the various glands and discussing their functions, differentiating between endocrine and exocrine glands, and by identifying the principal hormones secreted by endocrine glands.
Learn about the central nervous system by describing and listing the functions of the four major parts of the brain, the neurons, the four types of neuroglial cells, the spinal cord, and the meninges.
Learn about the eye and ear by identifying the structures and functions of each; explaining the physiology of hearing, and the diagnostic, symptomatic and therapeutic procedures associated with these structures.
Learn about various careers in the health care profession by visiting health care facilities, participation in Career Olympics (i.e. Medical Terminology), and guest speakers.
Demonstrate understanding of subject matter through class projects such as oral presentations, designing informational displays, and completing group assignments.
180 hour class only : Demonstrate correct procedure for adult, child, and infant CPR, choking intervention strategies, and use of AED on both adults and children.
Discuss different health care careers as presented in each chapter.

CourseOutline-DetailView / KeyAssignments/
CapstoneProjects / AnchorStandards / Pathway
Standards / CommonCoreStandards
1.Explain the technique of building medical words using basic word elements.

Prefixes
Suffixes
Word Roots
Combining forms

State common elements of the Medical Record
Compare the different types of health care settings
Illustrate the need for Confidentiality in the health care field.
2.Learn about the basic structure of medical words by identifying the major categories of suffixes
and prefixes.
3.Describe anatomical directions, structures, regions, body structures and functions.
4.Learn about the skin by explaining the main functions of the integumentary system, diagnostic
procedures, major skin problems, surgical and therapeutic procedures.
5.Learn the main functions of the gastrointestinal system; the role of the liver and gallbladder in digestion; the various part of the gastrointestinal system by identify organs of the alimentary canal also the diagnostic, symptomatic and therapeutic terms related to the gastrointestinalsystem.
6.Learn about the respiratory system by differentiating between external and internal respiration; identifying the structures of the respiratory system; describing the function of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles in the breathing process; and describing the various pathological
condition of the respiratory tract and other symptomatic and therapeutic terms.
7.Learn about the cardiovascular system by listing and describing the major structures and
functions of the heart; the three types of blood vessels, the systolic anddiastolic blood
pressures, differentiating between systemic and pulmonary circulation; and by listing the
structures, in sequential order, explaining how the electrical current passes through the heart
during the cardiac cycle.
8.Learn about the immune system by describing the functions of blood cells the lymphatic system; and listing the components of plasma, the two major white blood cells and their functions.
9.Learn about the musculoskeletal system by describing the functions of the skeletal system, the four types of bones, division of the vertebral column, and their functions.
10.Learn about the urinary system by describing and identifying the structure and function of the nephrons, reproductive process of the male, seminal vesicle, prostate, and Cowper’s diagnostic terms.
11.Learn the female reproductive system by listing and describing the organs, stages of
pregnancy, identifying prefixes and suffixes that relate to the female reproductive system.
12.Learn about the endocrine system by listing the various glands and discussing their functions,
differentiating between endocrine and exocrine glands, and by identifying the principal hormones secreted by endocrine glands.
13.Learn about the central nervous system by describing and listing the functions of the four
major parts of the brain, the neurons, the four types of neuroglial cells, the spinal cord, and the
meninges.
14.Learn about the eye and ear by identifying the structures and functions of each; explaining the
physiology of hearing , and the diagnostic, symptomatic and therapeutic procedures
associated with these structures
15. Learn about various careers in the health care profession by visiting health care facilities,
participation in Career Olympics (i.e. Medical Terminology), and guest speakers.
16.Demonstrate understanding ofsubject matter through class projects such as oral presentations, designing informational displays, and completing group assignments. / Students will define medical terms using worksheets, graphic organizers.
Students will demonstrate an understanding of medical terms by completing case studies, reading and then writing full sentence answers to questions asked in specific medical articles according to chapter being studied.
Students will create presentations either through Power Point or on a posterboard regarding medical conditions in the chapter they are studying. They will research the Web and any other related articles to explain the definition of a disease, it’s cause, how to diagnose, it’s treatment and list any preventable actions. The students will give an oral presentation to the class on their findings.
Students will debate specific controversial
issues related to the reproductive system using the Web, medical articles and text to support their positions.

Abortion
Invitro fertilization
Sexual abstinence
Sex education in school
Teen pregnancy

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Learn about the central nervous system by describing and listing the functions of the four
major parts of the brain, the neurons, the four types of neuroglial cells, the spinal cord, and the
meninges.
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Learn about the eye and ear by identifying the structures and functions of each; explaining the
physiology of hearing , and the diagnostic, symptomatic and therapeutic procedures
associated with these structures
Learn about various careers in the health care profession by visiting health care facilities,
participation in Career Olympics (i.e. Medical Terminology), and guest speakers.
16.Demonstrate understanding ofsubject matter through class projects such as oral
presentations, designing informational displays, and completing group assignments.
17.180 hour class only : Demonstrate correct procedure for adult, child, and infant CPR, choking intervention strategies, and use of AED on both adults and children
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Students in the year long class will demonstrate the proper procedure according to the American Red Cross for administering CPR and the use of an AED on an adult victim.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY OUTLINE

HOURSTOPICS

90hrs180hrs

36Basic Elements of Medical Words

-Prefixes

-Suffixes

-Word Roots

36Suffixes

-Surgical

-Diagnostic

-Symptomatic

-Related

33Suffixes

-Adjective

-Noun

-Diminutive

-Singular

-Plural

33Prefixes

-Position

-Number and Measurement

-Negation

-Direction

-Other prefixes

66Body Structure

-Levels of organization

-The disease process

-Anatomical positions

-Diagnostic imaging

-The spine

-Directions terms

612Integumentary System

-Anatomy and physiology of the skin

-Hair

-Glands

-Nails

-Breasts

612Gastrointestinal System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Mouth

-Stomach

-Small intestine

-Large intestine

-Colon

-Accessory Organs

612Respiratory System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Internal respiration

-External respiration

-Respiratory system

612Cardiovascular

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Vasculary system: arteries, capillaries, and veins

-Heart

-Conduction system of the heart

-Blood pressure

-Fetal circulations

612Blood, Lymph, and Immune System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Blood: red blood cells, white cells

-Platelets and plasma

-Lymph

-Immune Systems: blood groups

610Musculoskeletal System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Skeletal system

-Functions

-Structures and types of bones

-Divisions of the skeletal systems

612Genitourinary System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Urinary system

-Macroscopic and Microscopic structures

-Male reproductive system

712Female Reproductive System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Internal organs of reproduction

-Ovaries

-Fallopian tubes

-Uterus and vagina

-Menstrual Cycle

-Pregnancy

-Labor and childbirth

612Endocrine System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Pituitary gland

-Thyroid gland

-Parathyroid gland

-Adrenal gland

714Nervous System

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Nervous tissue

-Neurons

-Neuroglia

-Brain

-Spinal cord

-Meninges

612Special Senses

-Anatomy and physiology of the:

-Eye

-Ear

-Hearing

-Equilibrium

44Career Preparation

015CPR / Choking / AED Training

05Community Classroom

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90 / 180 Total Hours

CAREER PREPARATION STANDARDS

PERSONAL SKILLS - Students will understand how personal skill development affects their employability. This skill includes positive attitudes, self-confidence, honesty, responsibility, initiative, self-discipline, personal hygiene, time management, and the capacity for lifelong learning.

Demonstrate an understanding of classroom policies and procedures.
Discuss importance of the following personal skills in the business environment:

positive attitude
self-confidence
honesty
perseverance
self-management/work ethic
pride in product/work
dependability

Identify acceptable work attire.
Establish goals for self-improvement and further education/training.
Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Understand the importance of initiative and leadership.
Understand the importance of lifelong learning in a world of constantly changing technology.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS - Students will understand key concepts on group dynamics, conflict resolution, and negotiation. This skill includes the ability to work cooperatively, accept supervision, assume leadership roles, and show respect for others. This standard includes an understanding of sexual harassment laws and an appreciation of cultural diversity in the workplace.

Identify and discuss behaviors of an effective team.
Explain the central importance of mutual respect in the workplace relations.
Discuss and demonstrate strategies for conflict resolution and negotiation, and explain their importance within the business environment.
Understand laws that apply to sexual harassment in the workplace, and identify tactics for handling harassment situations.
Work cooperatively, share responsibilities, accept supervision and assume leadership roles.
Demonstrate cooperative working relationships and proper etiquette across gender and cultural groups.

THINKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS - Students will exhibit critical and creative thinking skills, logical reasoning, and problem solving. These skills include applying basic skills in order to calculate, estimate measure; identify, locate, and organize information/data; interpret and follow directions from manuals, labels, and other sources; analyze and evaluate information and solutions.

Recognize the importance of good academic skills and implement a plan for self-improvement as needed.
Read, write, and give directions.
Exhibit critical and creative thinking skills and logical reasoning skills, and employ these skills for problem solving.

Work as a team member in solving problems.
Diagnose the problem, its urgency, and its causes.
Identify alternatives and their consequences.
Explore possible solutions.
Compare/contrast the advantages and disadvantages of alternatives.
Determine appropriate action(s).
Implement action(s).
Evaluate results of action(s) taken.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS - Students will understand principles of effective communication. This standard includes effective oral and written communication, listening skills, following and giving directions, requesting and giving information, asking questions.

Use communication concepts in application of skills, techniques, and operations.

Prepare written material.
Analyze written material.

Understand and implement written instructions, from technical manuals, written communications, and reference books.
Present a positive image through verbal and nonverbal communication, and understand the power of body language in communication.
Demonstrate active listening through oral and written feedback.
Give and receive feedback.
Demonstrate assertive communications (both oral and written).
Demonstrate proper etiquette in workplace communications, including an awareness of requisites for international communications (languages, customs, time zones, currency and exchange rates).
Demonstrate writing/editing skills as follows:

Write, proofread, and edit work.
Use correct grammar, punctuation, capitalization, vocabulary, and spelling.
Select and use appropriate forms of technology for communication.

Exhibit a proficiency in the use of reference books.
Research, compose, and orally present information for a variety of business situations utilizing appropriate technology.

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY - Students will understand occupational safety issues, including the avoidance of physical hazards in the work environment. This includes the safe operation of equipment, proper handling of hazardous materials, appropriate attire and safety accessories, avoidance of physical injuries, interpretation of warning and hazard signs and terminology, and following and understanding safety-related directions.

Discuss and implement good safety practices, including the following (if applicable to course):

personal
lab
fire
electrical
equipment
tools
interpretation of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
American Red Cross Standards (ARC)
Networking Safety Standards

Apply sound ergonomic principles in organizing one’s workspace.

EMPLOYMENT LITERACY - Students will understand career paths and strategies for obtaining employment within their chosen field. This includes traditional job preparation skills, such as resumes, application forms, cover letters, sources of employment information, and interviewing skills, but also includes an overview of the industry and an understanding of labor market trends.

Explore career opportunities and projected trends; investigate required education, training and experience; and develop an individual education plan.
Identify steps for setting goals and writing personal goals and objectives.
Examine aptitudes related to career options; relate personal characteristics and interests to educational and occupational opportunities.
Develop a career portfolio, including the following documents:

job application
resume(s)
appropriate cover and follow-up correspondence

Identify and demonstrate effective interviewing techniques.

TECHNOLOGY LITERACY - Students will understand and adapt to changing technology by identifying, learning, and applying new skills to improve job performance. Students should understand the role of technology in their chosen field and should be able to use all appropriate technology. Students should also feel confident in their ability to learn new technology by generalizing from what they know, adapting skills to new situations, and identifying and using sources of information and of further learning.

Demonstrate the ability to use personal computers for loading and retrieving data, information gathering, measurements, and writing.
Identify the characteristics and explain the importance of adapting to changes, being flexible and evaluating goals when working in the industry.
Understand the importance of lifelong learning in adapting to changing technology.

IMPORTANCE OF ETHICS – Students will understand proper ethics in the workplace.

Discuss social and ethical responsibilities in the industry.
Demonstrate ethical choices in workplace situations.