Health Science: Concepts and Applications

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.

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Text 978-1-63126-585-3	672	978-1-63126-585-3	$128.00*
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.
Workbook 978-1-63126-586-0	159	978-1-63126-586-0	$30.00*
Organized to follow the textbook on a chapter-by-chapter basis, providing questions to help the student review the material presented in the chapter. This supplement is a consumable resource, designed with perforated pages so that a given chapter can be removed and turned in for grading or checking.
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Table of Contents

Introduction to Healthcare

1. Introduction to Healthcare Systems
2. Exploring Healthcare Careers
3. Healthcare Laws and Ethics
4. Safety and Infection Control

Academic Foundations

5. Medical Terminology
6. Anatomy and Physiology
7. Disease

Critical Concepts in the Healthcare World

8. Health and Wellness
9. Lifespan Development
10. Healthcare Technology

Healthcare Skills

11. Vital Signs
12. First Aid
13. Assisting with Mobility
14. Working in Healthcare

College and Career Readiness

15. Communication Skills
16. Medical Math Skills
17. Study Skills
18. Employability Skills

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Online Text, 1yr. Indv. Subscription (Instant Access)

Front Matter (g-wonlinetextbooks.com Health Sciences)

Chapter 4 (g-wonlinetextbooks.com Health Sciences)

Chapter 13 (g-wonlinetextbooks.com Health Sciences)

Instructor's Presentations for PowerPoint® CD, Individual License

Chapter 4 (1006 KB)

Companion Website

View Site (www.g-wlearning.com Health Sciences)

Correlations

South Carolina

 

Health Science II, III

 

CTE—Priority 8 Health Science 2

Texas

Health Science Theory (PDF, 108 KB)

YouScience® Industry Certifications

National Health Science Assessment (NHSA) (PDF, 204 KB)

National Consortium for Health Science Education’s Essential Healthcare Practices (PDF, 161.45 KB)

National Consortium for Health Science Education’s Foundations of Healthcare Professions (PDF, 183.38 KB)

About the Author(s)

Jacquelyn Rhine Marshall - for 35 years, has been a medical professional; a medical careers instructor for Regional Occupational Programs, California; a medical writer; and a consultant/writer for the Center for Occupational Research and Development in Austin, Texas. Ms. Marshall has authored several textbooks and written medical course curriculum for the state of California. She has also developed several instructor guides and has edited or contributed to three medical series. Ms. Marshall holds degrees from the University of California, Berkeley; California State University, Hayward; and Notre Dame de Namur University.

Dr. Sue C. Roe - Dr. Sue Roe has taught and designed academic courses and training programs in nursing, allied health, and health administration for over 35 years at both public and private universities and colleges and using a variety of delivery formats. She is the executive editor of Wholistic NOW!, an online newsletter focusing on holistic health, leadership, and education. Dr. Roe is also chapter leader for the Arizona chapter of the American Holistic Nurses Association. Dr. Roe is manager and a member of The Roe Group Enterprises, LLC, providing consulting and resources for holistic leadership, health, and wellness. She has a doctorate in public administration, with an emphasis in administration and health policy. In addition, she completed graduate-level work in educational administration and instructional development. Dr. Roe has extensive experience in nursing and nursing education and holds master of science and bachelor of science degrees in nursing.