Students will learn about the general structure and function of the human body. This includes understanding directional terminology and the basic functions of human body organ systems. Students will be able to apply their knowledge of directionality and anatomical location to ‘build’ a body model and apply their knowledge of suture to perform a full ‘closure’ on their body models. 

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KSDE Standards:

• 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

• 7.5: Explain the importance of expressed consent, implied consent, and informed consent

Lessons:

1. Anatomy and physiology 101

2. Suturing Lab

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