MWCC College Catalog 2008-2009 — Health Care
EKG101 EKG: CONCEPTS AND PRACTICE
3 credits
An introduction to the Cardiovascular System, Electrocardiography (EKG) monitoring,
basic rhythm interpretation, and the role of the EKG technician. There are
two components of this course composed of classroom lecture and practical
application. Students will participate in actual practice, learning how to
do EKGs and other cardiovascular testing in a hospital setting. Criminal
Offender Records Information/Sexual Offender Records Information (CORI/SORI)
checks are necessary for students taking this class (refer to page 39 of
the college catalog). Students must have proof of immunizations as well.
Prerequisites: ENG100, RDG100 or permission of instructor. Fall and spring.
HCC111 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN I (EVENING ONLY)
4 credits
This is the basic course for Emergency Medical Technician/Ambulance that follows
the guidelines outlined by the United States Department of Health Education
and Welfare in conjunction with the National Traffic Safety Administration,
Department of Transportation. This is a lecture, discussion, demonstration,
and practical application of the knowledge and skill necessary to care for
individuals who have life-threatening emergencies and injuries. This is the
first half of the requirement for certification. Prerequisites: ENG100, RDG100
or placement. Fall and spring.
HCC112 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN II (EVENING ONLY)
4 credits
This is a continuation of HCC111 Emergency Medical Technician I, dealing with
the care of individuals who have common medical emergencies, childbirth,
problems of children as patients, lifting and moving patients, environmental
emergencies, and extrication from automobiles. This course is the second
half of the requirement for certification. Prerequisite: HCC111 or placement.
Fall and spring.
HEA101 HEALTH AND DISABILITY IN THE OLDER ADULT
3 credits
This course explores the relationship between the aging process and the development
of disability in older adults. Factors contributing to disability will be
addressed with emphasis given to understanding the normal aging process,
the present healthcare system and its impact on older adults, the disablement
process, and the development of skills in identifying disability risk. Students
will be encouraged to discuss their own perspectives and experiences with
the subject area and to work in a team with their peers during online discussions,
as well as individually on course projects. At the completion of this course
students will have gained new insights into the aging process as well as
a better understanding of factors that can lead to disability in older adults.
Prerequisite: Open to all health professions students. Students must have
access to an internet able computer with modem speed of at least 56K. If
not already equipped, free downloads for Widows Media Player, Adobe Acrobat
Reader, and Windows Power Point Reader will be made available prior to initiation
of the course. An online tutorial regarding use of the MWCC online learning
site is available, and its use is strongly recommended.
HEA102 HEALTH MINISTRIES
3 credits
This course will provide an introduction and overview of health ministry within
a faith community. Concepts basic to beginning this ministry will be discussed
as will be topics such as a history of church involvement in health care,
the whole-person approach to health and models of health ministry. The
role of the nurse in the health ministry of a faith community will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: ENG101 or permission of instructor.
The target audience for this course is nurses and health care professionals
as well as nursing students. Other students will be accepted with approval
of the instructors.
HEA103 MEDICAL INTERPRETATION
4 credits
The goal of this course is to provide students with principles, methods, and
competencies (both knowledge and skills-based) essential in the delivery of
effective, reliable, and comprehensive interpreting in the clinical and human
service field. It develops a theoretical and practical understanding of the
multiple roles of the interpreter as well as the related ethical, cultural,
and linguistic challenges in this evolving field. It explores contemporary
issues in the field of medical interpretation including immigration trends,
legal mandates, and certification.
HEA105 CRITICAL THINKING FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS
3 credits (online)
This course will introduce and explore techniques of critical thought and
reasoning. It will serve as an essential foundation for health care providers
in evidence based practice. Prerequisite: ENG 102.