ROME HIGH SCHOOL
DIANE M. GARNER, R.N., M.Ed.
25.4910002 APPLICATIONS OF MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY IN HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
GRADE 12
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Applications of Medical Terminology in Healthcare
Systems course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the
foundations and utilization of the language of medicine and its applications
in the healthcare industry.
II. BASIC TEXTBOOK: Medical Terminology for the Health Professions
and Medical Transcription will be the primary textbooks used. The course
will be supplemented by other handouts, publications, and materials.
III. MAJOR OBJECTIVES: The students will have the opportunity to develop
understanding and limited proficiency in the following areas.
<>History of Medical Language
<>Medical Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols
<>Medical English
<>Anatomical and Physiological Medical Terminology
<>Occupational Specific Medical Terminology
<>Interpretation of Medical Documents
<>Technical Writing, Charting, and Documentation
<>Medical Records and Medical Information Management
Systems
<>Technical Filing
<>Electronic Applications, Maintenance, and Storage
<>Medicolegal Concepts and Risk Management
<>Employability/Leadership Skills
IV. EXPECTATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Each student is responsible for:
<>proper care of any assigned textbook/equipment.
<>maintaining a notebook for class materials.
<>all assignments/labs whether or not he/she
was present (made up outside of class).
<>coming to class on time -- being in appropriate
place and ready at the bell.
<>coming to class prepared -- textbook, standard
size notebook paper, pencil/pen (STANDARD BLUE OR
BLACK INK ONLY), stethoscope (when issued), etc.
<>checking log book for materials, assignments
and other communications upon returning to school after an
absence.
V. EVALUATION: The student will be evaluated in the following manner:
9 WEEKS:
SEMESTER:
Tests/performance check-offs: 60%
Each 9 weeks: 40%
Other assignments/activities: 40%
Exam:
20%
VI: CLASSROOM REGULATIONS/PROCEDURES: As this is a class designed to
prepare future health care professionals, each student is to behave in
a professional manner, reflecting self-control and cooperation. Professional
learning materials are a must; therefore, non-standard papers or inks will
not be accepted for grading. Abuse of others in any form, physical or verbal
will not be tolerated. Students must wear ID badges each day after they
are issued -- this is a daily grade item. RHS has some of the latest technology
available. Proper use of equipment is required. Intentional misuse will
result in disciplinary action and possible restitution for any damaged
equipment. Equipment and books are to be appropriately cared for and properly
put away at the end of the class period. Desks and work areas are to be
left clean and neat each period.