Health Science: Concepts and Applications
By: Jacquelyn Rhine Marshall and Dr. Sue C. RoeCopyright: 2018
Subject: Health Sciences
Grade Level: 9-12
- Health Science: Concepts and Applications provides students with the health science education they need as they begin exploring potential healthcare careers and practicing procedures they will execute on the job. The text covers the academic, professional, and soft skills students will need to succeed in a healthcare career. Coverage of medical math, communication skills, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology allows students to build a strong academic foundation. Students also learn about the healthcare industry today, careers available in each of the five pathways of the Health Science Career Cluster, and strategies for finding and maintaining a job in healthcare. Hands-on healthcare procedures are included to introduce students to the basic practical skills they will use as healthcare professionals.
- Real Life Scenarios enable students to apply their knowledge to practical, professional challenges.
- Career Exploration features encourage students to explore various career paths and determine which healthcare careers interest them the most, while self-assessment opportunities guide students to careers that best suit their personal strengths.
- Background Lessons provide an opportunity for students to review basic concepts before beginning more advanced chapter material.
- Products & Prices 6-12 Education
- Table of Contents
- Introduction to Healthcare1. Introduction to Healthcare Systems
2. Exploring Healthcare Careers
3. Healthcare Laws and Ethics
4. Safety and Infection ControlAcademic Foundations5. Medical Terminology
6. Anatomy and Physiology
7. DiseaseCritical Concepts in the Healthcare World8. Health and Wellness
9. Lifespan Development
10. Healthcare TechnologyHealthcare Skills11. Vital Signs
12. First Aid
13. Assisting with Mobility
14. Working in HealthcareCollege and Career Readiness15. Communication Skills
16. Medical Math Skills
17. Study Skills
18. Employability Skills - The Look Inside images are for preview purposes only. The format of the actual product may vary from the images shown.
- Correlations
- South CarolinaHealth Science II, IIICTE—Priority 8 Health Science 2TexasHealth Science Theory (PDF, 108 KB)YouScience® Industry CertificationsNational Health Science Assessment (NHSA) (PDF, 204 KB)
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