Students within this unit will learn about careers associated with the nervous system in the body. Specifically, students will be able to identify the pathway into both occupational therapy and cell biology while also understanding how each of these careers relates to the nervous system.

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KSDE Standards:

• 3.1: recognize, organize, write and compile technical information and summaries using common medical terminology

• 3.2: use medical terminology to communicate information, data, and observations

• 3.3: use medical terminology within a scope of practice in order to interpret, transcribe, and communicate information, data, and observations

• 5.3: Demonstrate proper hygiene of health care worker

• 5.4: Describe proper dress of a healthcare worker

• 5.5: Discuss proper behavior in a healthcare setting

• 6.1: Identify a variety of careers in Health Science

  • Diagnostic Services (Ex.: Radiology, Clinical Lab Tech, Audiologist, Optician)

  • Therapeutic Services (Ex.: Nursing, Athletic Trainer, Dental Hygienist, Respiratory Therapist, Vet)

  • Health Informatics (Ex.: Medical Coder, Risk Manager, Healthcare Administrator, Admissions)

  • Support Services (Ex.: Dietary, Social Work, Mortician, Interpreter, Environmental Advocate)

  • Biotechnology Research & Development (Ex.: Forensic Pathologist, Pharmaceutical, Biologist)

• 6.2: Identify specific careers and the job responsibilities, daily duties, skill requirements, and interaction with patients and/or staff

• 6.3: Develop a program of study that lists secondary classes, CTE classes, post-secondary institution program, certifications, and other training needed for a career

Lessons:

1. Sensations and Balance

2. Occupational Therapy Introduction

3. Occupational Therapy Panel

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