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Introduction to Health Informatics: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

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Medical History and Events

  • 1.1

    Define terminology related to Health Informatics

    1. 1.

      Use terms appropriately in context1.1.1

  • 1.2

    Describe the origin of healthcare institutions from ancient Greek/Roman times through the 21st century

    1. 1.

      Prepare and present a paper on a chosen era, invention, inventor, or discovery1.2.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss changes in healthcare and how these changes influence today's healthcare1.2.2

  • 1.3

    Outline the major advances through the 21st century regarding healthcare

    1. 1.

      Discuss changes in the workforce1.3.1

    2. 2.

      Research advances in the 20th and 21st century1.3.2

    3. 3.

      Assess cultural roles and changes in the 20th and 21st centuries1.3.3

  • 1.4

    Describe new and future developments in technology that will affect the healthcare industry

    1. 1.

      Investigate a recent healthcare issue, development, or technology and its implications1.4.1

Exploring Health Informatics Occupations

  • 2.1

    Define terminology related to Health Informatics occupations

    1. 1.

      Use terms appropriately in context2.1.1

    2. 2.

      Research careers in Health Informatics2.1.2

    3. 3.

      Prepare a list of occupations in Health Informatics2.1.3

  • 2.2

    Determine skills and education required for Health Informatics occupations

    1. 1.

      Explore job outlook to year 20202.2.1

    2. 2.

      Document average yearly salary for careers in Health Informatics2.2.2

  • 2.3

    Identify local Health Informatics personnel

    1. 1.

      Invite Health Informatics personnel to speak2.3.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss various local job opportunities in Health Informatics2.3.2

    3. 3.

      Take a field trip to explore Health Informatics occupations2.3.3

Qualities of Successful Healthcare Workers

  • 3.1

    Define terminology related to qualities of a successful healthcare worker

    1. 1.

      Use terms appropriately in context3.1.1

  • 3.2

    List personal qualities of a healthcare worker

    1. 1.

      Perform an inventory of personal qualities as they relate to a career in the healthcare field3.2.1

    2. 2.

      Note desirable personal qualities of a healthcare worker3.2.2

  • 3.3

    Describe appropriate clothing for a healthcare worker

    1. 1.

      Note possible risks of wearing inappropriate clothing3.3.1

    2. 2.

      Differentiate between acceptable and unacceptable clothing for different healthcare workers3.3.2

  • 3.4

    State the importance of good personal hygiene for the healthcare worker

    1. 1.

      Determine good personal hygiene habits3.4.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss behaviors that would be considered poor personal hygiene3.4.2

    3. 3.

      Predict the consequences to self and patients from poor personal hygiene3.4.3

  • 3.5

    Identify professional appearance of a healthcare worker

    1. 1.

      Critique the appearance of healthcare workers in selected photographs3.5.1

    2. 2.

      Predict possible ramifications of an unprofessional appearance3.5.2

  • 3.6

    Identify employment skills that both males and females need in the healthcare field

    1. 1.

      Relate employment skills that both males and females need to cope in a constantly changing workplace3.6.1

    2. 2.

      Determine desirable employment skills needed by both males and females in the healthcare field3.6.2

Professionalism, Ethics, and Legalities

  • 4.1

    Define terminology related to professionalism, ethics, and legalities in Health Informatics

    1. 1.

      Use terms appropriately in context4.1.1

  • 4.2

    Identify tort laws that affect healthcare

    1. 1.

      Discuss the effects of tort laws on healthcare4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Predict the legal consequences of tort laws that are not upheld4.2.2

  • 4.3

    Describe the effect of privileged communication in healthcare

    1. 1.

      Research articles dealing with legalities in the healthcare profession4.3.1

    2. 2.

      Differentiate between what is and what is not privileged communication information4.3.2

    3. 3.

      Analyze the ramifications of sharing privileged communication with individuals who are not privy to such information4.3.3

  • 4.4

    Identify ethical considerations in the healthcare profession

    1. 1.

      Address the ethical and legal responsibilities of healthcare workers4.4.1

    2. 2.

      Simulate a situation that depicts ethical and unethical conduct4.4.2

    3. 3.

      Develop a code of ethics for the classroom4.4.3

    4. 4.

      Develop a code of ethics that would apply to any healthcare worker4.4.4

    5. 5.

      Address the legal, employment, and professional consequences of unethical or illegal conduct4.4.5

  • 4.5

    Identify the rights of the patient

    1. 1.

      Compare copies of patients' rights from local healthcare agencies4.5.1

    2. 2.

      Prepare a living will4.5.2

Safety

  • 5.1

    Define terminology related to safety in Health Informatics

    1. 1.

      Prepare a written list of terms and definitions related to safety5.1.1

  • 5.2

    Outline the basic rules of good body mechanics

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate correct body mechanics5.2.1

  • 5.3

    Identify safety regulations for equipment and solutions used in Health Informatics

    1. 1.

      List and define sections of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)5.3.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper usage of medical equipment5.3.2

  • 5.4

    Discuss regulations for patient safety when performing procedures in the laboratory or clinical area

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate proper patient safety procedures5.4.1

    2. 2.

      List consequences of not following proper safety procedures5.4.2

  • 5.5

    Discuss regulations to observe for personal safety

    1. 1.

      Create posters promoting safety regulations5.5.1

    2. 2.

      Formulate specific safety regulations for the classroom5.5.2

  • 5.6

    Identify three elements needed to start a fire

    1. 1.

      List the three elements needed to start a fire5.6.1

  • 5.7

    Describe the main classes of fire extinguishers

    1. 1.

      List and describe the main classes of fire extinguishers5.7.1

  • 5.8

    Outline fire safety and evacuation guidelines

    1. 1.

      Simulate the operation of a fire extinguisher5.8.1

    2. 2.

      Illustrate a fire evacuation plan/route for the classroom5.8.2

Infection Control

  • 6.1

    Define terminology associated to infection control

    1. 1.

      Prepare a written list of terms and definitions related to infection control6.1.1

  • 6.2

    Discuss classification of microorganisms

    1. 1.

      List different classifications of micro-organisms6.2.1

    2. 2.

      Give examples for each different classification6.2.2

    3. 3.

      Identify shapes and characteristics of common microorganisms6.2.3

    4. 4.

      View slides of various microorganisms6.2.4

  • 6.3

    Discuss elements in the chain of infection

    1. 1.

      Determine ways to break the chain of infection6.3.1

  • 6.4

    Distinguish between antisepsis, disinfection, and sterilization

    1. 1.

      Define antisepsis, disinfection, and sterilization6.4.1

    2. 2.

      Differentiate between antisepsis, disinfection, and sterilization6.4.2

  • 6.5

    Describe how pathogens affect the body

    1. 1.

      List effects pathogens have on the body6.5.1

  • 6.6

    Outline the correct procedure for washing hands

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate the correct procedure for washing hands6.6.1

  • 6.7

    Outline universal blood and body fluid precautions

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate universal precautions6.7.1

    2. 2.

      Discuss health risks associated with not following precautions6.7.2

  • 6.8

    Discuss methods of infection control

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate a method of infection control6.8.1

    2. 2.

      List and describe methods of infection control6.8.2

    3. 3.

      Discuss the healthcare worker's role in infection control6.8.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2009
Where can I read the official document?
Introduction to Health Informatics

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