“Welfare policy is child care policy.”
In the podcast for this week, Gloria emphasizes this point: “Welfare policy is child care policy.” After reading about Head Start and different home visiting programs, and skimming the report on family support: How would you elaborate on the connections between these different forms of early care and learning? Where do you see similarities, overlap, […]
Polite Collegial Debate
The U.S. health care system exists within a framework bounded by two ideological opposites: health care is a public good and health care is a private good. – Jonas, 2021 (optional text) What we have been exploring is the ideology (a set of opinions or beliefs of a group or an individual…very often ideology refers […]
Pronunciation Practice
If you work in the health professions field, you will likely have plenty of opportunities to hear and speak unfamiliar terms during work. If you do not, it is important to practice and learn in other ways. Lecture I demonstrated a simple Google dictionary tool that speaks terms allowing you to listen, learn, and practice […]
Medications for Lymph, Respiratory, and Immune Systems
Pharmacology and Medical Terminology Integration Medications designed for the lymph, respiratory, and immune systems play a pivotal role in maintaining health. Understanding these medications is crucial for healthcare professionals. Case Study: Improving Medication Compliance in the Elderly As a volunteer at a Senior Citizens center, you’ve been tasked with addressing concerns about medication non-compliance among […]
What is the Root Word for French Fry?
The workspace in this course is robust and provides a host of ways for you to practice using the terms. Remember, however, terms devoid of the context in which they will be used are of little help. In this discussion, you will practice creating scenarios in which lymphatic, immune, and respiratory terms are needed. Demonstrate […]