Student Success Statement “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education
at all.” Reflection:
this is so true because is true
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Electroneurodiagnostic
Technologist Duties
and Responsibilities: Electroneurodiagnostic
technologists use electronic graphs to determine if patients are suffering from
a central nervous system condition or disease like epilepsy, tumors, stroke, or
trauma. The graphs are records of the brain’s electrical activity.
· Prepare medical records
· Apply electrodes and select
instrument setting.
· Perform electroneurodiagnostic test.
· Adjust and maintain their equipment.
· Record test results.
· Identify patient abnormalities.
Average Salary: $20,000-$35,000
Electroneurodiagnostic
technologists must have a high school diploma and some courses in computer technology
before beginning specialize training.
Electroneurodiagnostic
training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in
some case hospitals. Training take one year and is followed by another year of
supervised experience. Before beginning practice electroneurodiagnostic
technologists must pass written and oral examination. Choose the Right
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Electrocardiograph
Technicians http://libary.thinkquest.org/15569/carla.html Duties and Responsibilities: ` Electrocardiograph
(ECG or EKG) technicians usually work under the supervision of cardiologist in
hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics, or bedside. They operate
electrocardiogram equipment to monitor patients’ heart problems. They
· Connect electrodes to patients
· Insert and remove catheters.
· Monitor equipment output.
· Record test result.
· Identify emergencies or
abnormalities.
· Operate ultrasound equipment.
Average Salary: $15,000_$32,000
Education Requirements:
Electrocardiograph technicians must have a high school
diploma or a GED before beginning
specialized training.
Electrocardiograph training can be obtained
through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases through on-the-job
supervise experience. Basic training take three to six months. Advance training
takes one to two years. Choose the Right Friday, October 18, 2013
Registered Dietitian http://libary.thinkquest.org/15569/carla.html Duties and
Responsibilities: Registered
Dietitians provide advise and education about nutrition and its effect on
health. They work in schools, educational administration, research, hospitals,
clinics, industry, food service management, and private practice. Registered
dietitians:
· Organize and supervise food service operation
and meal preparation.
· Make dietary recommendation.
· Counsel patient and clients about
diets.
· Supervise food purchasing.
· Study the nutritional value of food
and how it is used by the body.
Students should take the a challenging high school curriculum
that includes math and science courses. High school business courses may also
prove helpful.
A bachelor’s Degree in dietetics or a related field approved
by the American Dietitians must also pass a professional exam and complete a
supervision practicum.
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Dietetic Technicians http://libary.thinkquest.org/15569/carla.html Duties
and Responsibilities Dietetic Technicians assist
dietitians in evaluation, organizing, and conducting nutrition services and
programs for school, hospitals, and
industry. They:
· Gather and evaluate diet histories.
· Assist in planning patient meals.
· Provide nutritional counseling.
· Conduct food services counseling.
· Oversee food preparation and services.
· Maintain records.
Average Salary: $16,000-$30,000 Educational Requirements: Students
wanting to become dietetic technicians should graduate from high school with a
well-rounded program. High school business course s may provide helpful. Dietetic technicians must
complete a two-year Associate’s Degree program that is accepted by the American
dietetic Association. They must then pass a Commission on Dietetic Registration
examination. Choose the Right
Friday, October 11, 2013
Dialysis Technician http://libary.thinkquest.org/15569/carla.html Duties
and Responsibilities: Dialysis Technicians operate machines
that remove waste and excess fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys
can no longer carry out those functions. Dialysis technicians are also referred
to as renal dialysis technicians, hemodialysis. They work under the supervision
of physicians, primarily in hospitals and clinics.
Dialysis
technicians must fully understand the operation of the kidney dialysis
machines. They are responsible for these operation, cleaning, and
sterilization, They must also fully understand their patients’ needs. Dialysis
technicians carefully monitor and record weight and vital sings before, and
after the blood cleansing procedures. Additionally, they instruct patients
about in-home treatments. Because dialysis technicians work with blood, they
must exercise strict safety precaution against infectious diseases such as
hepatitis and AIDS. Choose the Right
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Dental
Laboratory Technician
Duties and Responsibilities: Dental laboratory
technicians specialize in different areas of dental and orthodontic work. Their
jobs usually include making and repairing dentures, crowns, and braces. They
work in dental schools, commercial dental laboratories, hospitals, dental
clinics, and for manufacturers of dental prostheses Dental Laboratory
technicians:
· Repair denture linings.
· Choose and mount replace teeth.
· Construct denture frames.
· Identify needed prostheses repair.
· Make and fix braces.
· Cast plaster dental molds.
· Clean and polish prostheses.
Average salary: $22,000-33,000 Educational Requirements:
Dental laboratory technicians must have high school diploma or GED certificate before
starting dental laboratory training.
Dental
laboratory technicians must attend a community college, vocational school, or
dental school to learn their skills. Programs are usually two years in length. Choose the Right
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Friday, October 4, 2013
“My Experience So Far at HPIAM” My
experience so far at HPIAM is not that bad I have a lot of friends that went to
hp and there my best friend and I played soccer with them a lot every time at
PE I like this school cause most of my friends came here and I talk to school
and I like some of the teachers and some I don’t I was going to join soccer but
I did not have my physical so I could not join I like PE because I like to move
around and be active a lot and Choose the Right .
Dentist http://libaryquest.org/15569/carla.html Duties
and Responsibilities: Dentists
examine patient’s mouths, treat patient with dental problems, and provide
preventive education. Many are employed by dental schools health agencies,
hospitals, or professional groups. Some operate their own practices. Dentists:
· Diagnose oral problems.
· Fill cavities.
· Perform root canals.
· Treat gum disease.
· Practice orthodontia.
· Give anesthesia and perform oral
surgery.
Average Salary: $45,000-150,000
Educational Requirements:
Students should take the most challenging high school courses
(including AP or IB courses) available in science, math, and English.
Most dental school require entrants to have a bachelors Degreed
with emphasis in the science.
Dental school is four year length. In order to practice
dentistry following graduation dentists must pass a national examination. Choose the Right
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Dental Assistant http://libary.thinkquest.org/15569/carla.html Duties
and Responsibilities: Dental
assistants help provide dental care. They often work in teams with dental
hygienists and laboratory technicians. They may work in health clinics, dental
schools, nursing homes, and the military, but usually they work for dentists in
private practice. Dental assistant duties
include:
·
Helping
patients feel comfortable during treatment.
·
Taking
and developing dental x-rays.
·
Taking
medical histories for patients.
·
Sterilizing
and preparing dental instruments and equipment.
·
Instructing
patient about dental health care to include brushing and flossing.
·
Performing
office management task. Average Salary: $14,000-$25,000 Educational
Requirements: Dental
assistant must have a high school diploma or GED certificate. They must have additional
training at a community college, vocational school, or dental school to learn their
skills. Length of programs varies between six months and one year. To become
certified, dental assistant must pass an examination from the Dental Assisting
National Board. Choose the Right
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