Angelina College Health Careers Division HITT 1305: Medical Terminology General Syllabus

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1 I. BASIC COURSE INFORMATION Angelina College Health Careers Division HITT 1305: Medical Terminology General Syllabus Date approved or revised 5/22/16 A. Course Description: Three credit hours. Study of word origin and structure through the introduction of prefixes, suffixes, root words, plural, abbreviations, and symbols. The study of terminology related to surgical procedures, medical specialties, and diagnostic procedure. Forty-eight classroom hours. Learning Outcomes: The student will identify, pronounce, and spell medical terms; use terms in context; build and analyze medical terms; and use medical references as resource tools. B. Intended Audience: This course is designed for learners interested in the medical and paramedical fields. C. Instructor: Name: Renae Authement, DNP, MSN, RN Office Location: Lufkin Campus Office Hours: By Appointment Phone : Address: rauthement@angelina.edu Course Location: On-line Times/Days: Online II. INTENDED STUDENT OUTCOMES: A. Basic Intellectual Competencies for the Core Competencies 1. Critical Thinking Skills (CT) to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. 2. Communication Skills (COM) to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication. 3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills (EQS) to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observe facts resulting in informed conclusions.\ 4. Teamwork (TW) to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. 5. Personal Responsibility (PR) to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making. 6. Social Responsibility (SR) to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage in regional, national, and global communities. B. Exemplary Objectives (Found in the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Document. Titled: CORE CURRICULUM: ASSUMPTIONS AND DEFINING CHARACTERISTICS Dated: April 1998) (Not applicable for this course) C. Course Objectives for all sections Upon completion of this course, the student will have the knowledge and skills to: 1. Identify and define word parts most frequently associated with the major body systems. 2. Properly spell, define, and pronounce medical terms related to the diagnosis, pathology, and treatment of the major body systems. III. ASSESSMENT MEASURES OF STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: A. Assessments for the Core Intellectual Competencies 1. Critical Thinking Skills (CT) to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. 2. Communication Skills (COM) to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication. 3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills (EQS) to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observe facts resulting in informed conclusions.\ 4. Teamwork (TW) to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work

2 effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. 5. Personal Responsibility (PR) to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making. 6. Social Responsibility (SR) to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage in regional, national, and global communities. B. Assessments for the Exemplary Objectives Non-applicable in the Nursing Program. C. Assessments for Course Objectives for all sections Scans (Secretary of Labor s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills): Students are expected to demonstrate basic competency in academic and workforce skills. The following competencies with evaluation are covered in HITT Scan Skill Foundation Skills Workplace Competencies Written assignments Oral participation Required readings Testing Computer Assisted Instruction D. Assessments for the Course Objectives as determined by the instructor Same as stated above IV. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES: A. Methodologies common to all sections: Methodologies utilized in this course include critical thinking exercises, preparation and presentation of assignments and computer assisted instruction. B. Methodologies determined by the instructor Non-applicable in the Nursing Program. V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES: A. Required Textbooks: Shiland, Betsy J. (2016). Mastering Healthcare Terminology. 5th Ed., St. Louis, MO. Mosby, Inc. B. Course Policies (This course conforms to the policies of Angelina College as stated in the Angelina College Nursing Program Student Handbook and the Angelina College Student Handbook.) 1. Academic Assistance If you have a disability (as cited in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) that may affect your participation in this class, you should see Karen Bowser, Room 208 of the Student Center. At a post-secondary institution, you must self-identify as a person with a disability; Ms. Bowser will assist you with the necessary information to do so. 2. Attendance - All students are expected to comply with the Angelina College Attendance Policy described in the current college catalog.. 3. Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) and Blackboard Resources This is a Blackboard based course. Students will be expected to log on to Blackboard regularly to receive assignments, calendars, course information and other materials. Additional Policies Established by the Individual Instructor VI. COURSE CONTENT: A. Required Content/ Topics B. Course Objectives for all sections -

3 On completion of this course, the student should be able to: A. Identify and define the word parts most frequently associated with the major body systems. B. Properly spell, define, and pronounce medical terms associated with each of the major body systems. C. Define unfamiliar medical terms by analyzing their word parts and verifying the definitions in a dictionary. D. Use the Internet to locate information about specific medical conditions. C. Course Objectives as determined by the instructor: Body Structure and Directional Terminology 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with body structure. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about body structure and directional terminology. Musculoskeletal System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Musculoskeletal System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about body the Musculoskeletal System. Integumentary System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Integumentary System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Integumentary System. Gastrointestinal System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Gastrointestinal System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Gastrointestinal System. Urinary System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Urinary System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Urinary System. Male Reproductive System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Male Reproductive System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Male Reproductive System. Female Reproductive System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Female Reproductive System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Female Reproductive System. Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems. Cardiovascular System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Cardiovascular System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Cardiovascular System. Respiratory System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Respiratory System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Respiratory System. Nervous System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Nervous System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Nervous System. Special Senses: Eye and Ear 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Eye and Ear. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Eye and Ear. Endocrine System 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with the Endocrine System. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about the Endocrine System. Mental and Behavioral Health 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with Mental and Behavioral Health. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about body Mental and Behavioral Health. Oncology 1. Identify and define the word parts associated with Oncology. 2. Use the Internet to locate information about Oncology. VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING: A. Grading Criteria Grade Calculation: 1. Exam 1 15% 2. Exam 2 15%

4 3. Exam 3 15% 4. Exam 4 15% 5. Discussion Assignment 1 2.5% 6. Discussion Assignment 2 2.5% 7. Discussion Assignment 3 2.5% 8. Discussion Assignment 4 2.5% 9. Discussion Assignment 5 5% 10. Case Study Assignment 5% 10. Final Exam - 20% B. Determination of Grade Grading Scale/Distribution: A = 90 or above B = C = D = F = 60 or below VIII. SYLLABUS MODIFICATION: The instructor may modify the provisions of the syllabus to meet individual class needs by informing the class in advance as to the changes being made.

5 OUTLINE AND COURSE SCHEDULE Summer 2016 Chapter Topics Activities Chapter 1 Introduction to Health Care Terminology Chapter 2 Body Structure and Directional Terminology Read chapter one and two and complete all assignments in your Introduce yourself on the Discussion Board on 5/31/16. Chapter 1: Discussion Assignment: Post on the discussion board one prefix and define the meaning. Discussion due dates: Chapter 1 Initial post by 6/4/16. Complete Chapter by 6/5/16. Chapter 2: Complete Chapter by 6/5/16. Chapter 3 Musculoskeletal Chapter 4 Integumentary System Read chapters three and four and complete all assignments in your Chapter 3: Discussion Assignment: Choose any term referring to the musculoskeletal system and discuss on discussion board. Discussion due dates: Chapter 3 Initial post by 6/8, comments to others 6/10. Complete Chapter by 6/12/16. Chapter 4: Take Exam 1 by Sunday, June 12, Midnight Complete Chapter by 6/12/16 Chapter 5 Gastrointestinal System Chapter 6 Urinary System Read chapters five and six and complete all assignments in your Chapter 5: Discussion Assignment: The gastrointestinal system is a very interesting system. Choose something you have learned and discuss it.

6 Discussion due dates: Chapter 5 Initial post by 6/15, comments to others 6/17. Complete Chapter by 6/18/16 Chapter 6: chapters under student resources by 6/19/16. Chapter 7 Male Reproductive System Chapter 8 Female Reproductive System Read chapters seven and eight and complete all assignments in your : Chapter 7: Complete the exercises within the course by 6/25/16. Chapter 8: Complete the exercises within the course by 6/26. Take Exam 2 by Sunday, June 26, Midnight Complete Chapter by 6/26/16. Chapter 9 Blood, Lymphatic, and Immune Systems Chapter 10 Cardiovascular System Read chapters nine and ten and complete all assignments in your Chapter 9: Complete the exercises within the course by 6/30/16. Chapter 10: Discussion Assignment: Choose something you find interesting about the cardiovascular system and post it on the discussion board. Discussion due dates: Chapter 10 Initial post by 6/29/16, comments to others 7/1/16. Complete Chapter by 7/3/16.

7 Chapter 11 Respiratory System Chapter 12 Nervous System Read chapters eleven and twelve and complete all assignments in your Chapter 11: Complete the exercises within the course by 7/9. Chapter 12: Take Exam 3 by July 10, Midnight Complete Chapter by 7/10/16. Chapter 13 Special Senses: Eye and Ear Chapter 14 Endocrine System Read chapters thirteen and fourteen and complete all assignments in your Chapter 13: Complete the exercises within the course by 7/16/16.. Chapter 14: Discussion Assignment: Choose an endocrine disorder and discuss it with the group. Discussion due dates: Chapter 14 initial post 7/13/16, comments to others 7/15/16. Complete the exercises within the course by 7/17/16. Chapter 15 Mental and Behavioral Health Chapter 16 Oncology Read chapters fifteen and sixteen and complete all assignments in your Chapter 15: Case study due dates: Submit by 7/20/16. Chapter 16: Take Exam 4 by 7/23/16, at midnight. Final Exam Take Final Exam by 7/24/16, Midnight. You MUST complete all course work prior to taking final exam.

8 Grading Rubric for Discussion Assignments Category Points Content of Post Provides minimal information Provides information but lacks detail Provides adequate information Provides detailed complete answers Promptness & Initiative Relevance of Post Expression within the post Does not respond to most postings; rarely participates freely Post s which do not relate to the discussion content; makes short or irrelevant remarks Does not express opinions or ideas clearly; no connection to Responds to most postings several days after initial discussion; limited initiative Occasionally posts off ; most posts are short in length and offer no further insight into the Unclear connection to evidenced in minimal expression of opinions or ideas Responds to most postings within a 24- hour period; requires occasional prompting to post Frequently posts s that are related to discussion content; prompts further discussion of Opinions and ideas are stated clearly with occasional lack of connection to Consistently responds to postings in less than 24-hours; demonstrates good selfinitiative Consistently posts s related to discussion ; cites additional references to Expresses opinions and ideas in a clear and concise manner with obvious connection to Contribution to the Learning Experience Does not make effort to participate in learning experience as it develops; seems indifferent Occasionally makes meaningful reflection on group efforts; marginal effort to become involved in the group Frequently attempts to direct the discussion and to prevent relevant viewpoints for consideration by group; interacts freely Aware of needs of learning experience, frequently attempts to motivate the group discussion; presents creative approaches to Total Points: 100