Verdugo Hills Senior High
Grade 10CTE Int Pat Care Ess A, CTE Int Pat Care Ess B, CTE Int Pat Care Ess A, CTE Int Pat Care Ess B

Verdugo Hills Senior HighCTE Int Pat Care Ess A, CTE Int Pat Care Ess B, CTE Int Pat Care Ess A, CTE Int Pat Care Ess B

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Patient Care Essentials is the first course (introductory) within the CTE Patient Care Pathway and is designed to introduce students to careers in the healthcare field. With a focus on both theory and practical skills, students will learn the professional norms, skills, and competencies related to careers in healthcare. This interdisciplinary course integrates concepts from the social science, biological science, mathematics, and physical science disciplines and are based on core academic and career technical education standards. Students will analyze case studies and critically examine the ethics and procedures involved in a clinical setting. Topics of study will include health, safety, and environmental management; infection control; human structure, function, disease, and disorders; medical terminology; documentation of patient information; medical math; body mechanics, emergency procedures and protocols; patient assessment; and law and ethics. Students will have an opportunity to receive CPR/AED training and CPR Heart-Saver certification. Students will join HOSA and participate in HOSA events

Grades: 09-10

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