Principles of Health Science - Texas Edition

 
 

Table of Contents

PART I: Becoming a Health Care Worker

1. Introduction to Being a Health Care Worker

2. Understanding Health Care Systems

3. Finding the Right Occupation for You

4. Employability and Leadership

5. Understanding Your Legal Obligations

6. Medical Ethics

7. Wellness

8. Teamwork

9. Effective Communication

PART II: Health Care Knowledge and Skills  

10. Medical Terminology

11. Medical Math

12. Measurement and the Scientific Process

13. Your Body and How It Functions

14. Human Growth and Development

15. Mental Illness

16. Nutrition

17. Controlling Infection

18. Patient and Employee Safety

19. Measuring Vital Signs and Other Clinical Skills

20. Medical Assisting and Laboratory Skills

21. Therapeutic Techniques and Sports Medicine

22. Responsibilities of a Dental Assistant

Appendix A: CDC Recommendations for Standard Precautions

Appendix B: Clinical Internship