Cindy Griner, RN, B.S.N.
Phone: 229.225.5050
Ext 197
cgriner@tcjackets.net
Cluster:
Pathway:
Essentials of Healthcare
Course Syllabus
2015-2016
Health Science
Therapeutic Services – Patient Care
Course Description:
Anatomy and Physiology is a vital part of most healthcare post-secondary education programs.
The Essentials of Healthcare is a medical-focused anatomy course addressing the physiology of
each body system, along with the investigation of common diseases, disorders and emerging
diseases. The prevention of disease and the diagnosis and treatment that might be utilized are
addressed, along with medical terminology related to each system. This course provides an
opportunity to demonstrate technical skills that enforce the goal of helping students make
connections between medical procedures and the pathophysiology of diseases and disorders.
The pre-requisite for this course is Introduction to Healthcare.
Course of Study:
Topic:
Employability Skills
Basic Structure and Function of the Human Body
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Integumentary System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Cardiovascular System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Respiratory System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Muscular/Skeletal System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Urinary System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Reproductive System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Nervous System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Endocrine System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Digestive System
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Lymphatic System
Standards:
HS-EHS-1
HS-EHS-2
HS-EHS-3
HS-EHS-4
HS-EHS-5
HS-EHS-6
HS-EHS-7
HS-EHS-8
HS-EHS-9
HS-EHS-10
HS-EHS-11
HS-EHS-12
In addition to content standards, students will be responsible for showing mastery of the
Common Core literacy standards. These standards will be taught using reading and writing
activities related to the content area. Reading materials may include novels, technical
manuals, articles or other appropriate materials as determined by the instructor.
The expectations for each class will be on the CHAMPS board. Please review the information
before the tardy bell rings to signal the beginning of class.
Conversation level/Help/Activity for the class/Movement during class/Participation=Success
Activities in this class will consist of:
Beginning and ending activity
Teacher directed instruction/lecture
Discussion
Independent work
Cooperative group work
Labs
Test/quizzes
Guest speakers
Preparing for Relevant Economic Pursuits
P.R.E.P Academy Grading Policy:
Daily/ Quizzes ................................................................................................................................................ 20%
Projects ........................................................................................................................................................... 30%
Tests ................................................................................................................................................................. 30%
Benchmark/SLO ............................................................................................................................................ 20%
Grades will be posted within 72 hours on Infinite Campus. Parents please visit the Thomas County
Board of Education webpage to request a password for your student’s grade record.
Make up Work:
If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to request work from your instructor. Extra copies of
assignments will be available in the classroom in labeled folders. Because of the amount of time
required to collect substantial amounts of make-up work, if you are absent more than one day
you will be required to come before/after school to retrieve your assignments. You have 3 days
to make up classroom assignments. If you are absent the day of a test, quiz, or due date for a
project, skills check-off or any other major assignments, you will be required to turn in or perform
the task the day you return.
Textbook:
Diversified Health Occupations, 7th Edition
Students will not be issued a textbook for this class, but one will be available for classroom use.
Classroom Rules/Conduct:
In addition to specific Healthcare Science Policies, all TCCHS Policies will be followed, please see
the Student Handbook.
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Class Rules
Be in your seat and ready to work when the bell rings
Absolutely no food or drinks inside of the classroom and lab
Bring all required supplies to class each day
Raise your hand before speaking
Follow instructions the first time they are provided
Participate in a positive manner in classroom activities
Be respectful of yourself and others
Take proper care of school property
All cell phones must remain in your book bag at all times
Wait for teacher dismissal once the bell rings
Consequences
First Offense-Verbal Warning
Second Offense- Teacher Detention
Third Offense-Parent Notification
Forth Offense- Referral to Administration
Computer Use:
Students will be required to access the Internet for some assignments and projects. Each
student must have an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) on file at the school. All policies in the AUP
will be followed.
Students should only use the Internet when instructed for classroom purposes. Students who are
caught downloading/streaming music, on inappropriate websites, attempting to bypass the
server, or participating in other questionable activities will receive a referral and their computer
privileges may be revoked. The computer lab and printer in the Health Science division is to be
used for course related assignments only.
P.R.E.P. Academy
Course: Essentials of Healthcare
Week
35-36
Topic/Standard
HS-EHS-1 Demonstrate employability skills
1-3
HS-EHS-2 Basic structural and functional
organization of the human body and
directional terms.
4-5
HS-EHS-3 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the integumentary
system.
Skill: Body temperature
6-10
HS-EHS-4 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the cardiovascular
system.
Skill: Blood pressure and pulse
11-13
HS-EHS-5 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the respiratory
System.
Skill: Respirations
14-16
HS-EHS-6 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the muscular and
skeletal Systems.
Skill: Range of motion.
Assistive ambulation techniques
17-20
HS-EHS-7 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the urinary system?
36 Week Topic Outline
Instructor: Cindy Griner, RN, B.S.N
Essential Question(s)
How do I prepare for a career in the
therapeutic pathway?
What is anatomy, physiology, and
pathophysiology?
What is the basic structural and functional
organization of the body?
What are body planes, directions, cavities
and abdominal regions?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the integumentary system?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I demonstrate measuring and
recording of body temperature?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the cardiovascular System?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I trace the flow of blood through
the heart?
How can I demonstrate measuring and
recording of patient blood pressure and
pulse?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the respiratory system?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I explain the physiology of
breathing and the process of gas
exchange?
How can I demonstrate measuring and
recording patient respirations?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the muscular and skeletal systems?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I explain the relationship between
the muscular and the skeletal system?
How can I demonstrate proper techniques
for PROM and ambulation with assistive
devices?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the urinary system?
Skill: Measurement and recording of
intake and output
21-23
HS-EHS-8 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the reproductive
system.
Skill: Testicular exam
Breast exam
24-27
HS-EHS-9 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the nervous system
and special senses.
Skill: Hearing and Vision test
Cranial nerve evaluation
28-30
HS-EHS-10 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the endocrine
system.
Skill: Diabetic patient education
Simulated blood glucose monitoring
31-33
HS-EHS-11 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the digestive system.
Skill: height, weight and BMI
34
HS-EHS-12 Anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology of the lymphatic
system.
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I demonstrate measuring and
recording intake and output?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the male and female reproductive
system?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I explain the relationship between
the endocrine and the reproductive
systems?
What education should I provide to my
patient about self-exam?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the nervous system and special senses?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I evaluate cranial nerve reflexes?
How can I administer vision and hearing
tests?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the endocrine system?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
What is the role of the hypothalamus in
linking the endocrine and nervous system?
How can I evaluate blood glucose
monitoring and provide diabetic patient
education?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the digestive system?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I trace the path of food
throughout the digestive pathway?
How can I demonstrate, evaluate and
document patient weight, height, and BMI?
What are the basic structures and functions
of the lymphatic system?
What are some of the common diseases,
disorders, emergencies of diseases of the
system?
How can I trace the flow of lymphatic fluid
through the human body?
Thomas County Central High School
8646 Hwy 84 Bypass Thomasville GA 31792
July 29, 2014
Dear Parent/Guardian,
My name is Cindy Griner. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you and your student
to Essentials of Healthcare. This is the second class in the Therapeutic Services – Patient Care
Pathway. The Essentials of Healthcare class is a medical-focused anatomy course addressing
the physiology of each body system, along with the investigation of common diseases, disorders
and emerging diseases. The prevention of disease and the diagnosis and treatment that might
be utilized are addressed, along with medical terminology related to each system. Successful
completion of this class is a pre-requisite for the third year class and for pathway completion.
I have summarized the attached syllabus with your student in class today. Please review the
materials again this evening at home. I have included the class guidelines, consequences,
grade breakdown and outline for the year.
Your student will need to bring the following supplies to class each day:
Three ring binder (for all worksheets, handouts, interactive assignments, and returned tests)
Loose leaf paper
Pencils and pens (black ink)
Small pack of color pencils or markers
Glue sticks
Please review the TCCHS Student Handbook for all policies especially those concerning
tardiness, absences, cell phone use, and dress code. All school rules will be consistently
enforced in this class.
Class Rules:
1. Be in your seat and ready to work when the tardy bell rings
2. Absolutely no food or drinks inside of the classroom and lab
3. Bring all required supplies to class each day
4. Raise your hand before speaking
5. Follow instructions the first time they are provided
6. Participate in a positive manner in classroom activities
7. Be respectful of yourself and others
8. Take proper care of school property
9. All cell phones must remain in your book bag at all times
10. Wait for teacher dismissal once the bell rings
P.R.E.P Academy Grading Policy:
Daily/ Quizzes
Projects
Tests
Benchmark/SLO
20%
30%
30%
20%
Grades will be posted within 72 hours on Infinite Campus. Parents please visit the Thomas County
Board of Education webpage to request a password for your student’s grade record.
I would also like to encourage your student to join HOSA, our career technical student
organization. Health Occupations Students of America is a national organization. The yearly
dues are $25. The dues must be paid by October 2, 2015.
www.HOSA.org
My school number is 225-5050 ext 197. I am available to students before school daily from 7:30
a.m. until 7:45 a.m. I am also available after school by appointment. Parent/teacher meetings
may be scheduled by contacting the guidance office, 225-5050. My email address is
cgriner@tcjackets.net - Please include your student’s name in the subject line. E-mail is the
preferable route of contact. I also have a teacher webpage on the TCCHS web site.
I look forward to a great year,
Cindy Griner
We have been provided a copy of the syllabus for Essentials of Healthcare as well as an
introduction letter. The instructor has verbally reviewed the document with my student in class
and provided the opportunity to ask questions for clarification as needed. We have discussed
the packet at home and understand that we are encouraged to contact the instructor with any
questions.
Student Signature___________________________
Date_______________________
Parent Signature ____________________________
Date_______________________
This document (signature sheet only) is to be returned to school by Tuesday, August 11, 2015 for
a daily grade.