Welcome to Pearson Virtual Hospital!

Introduction to the Pearson Virtual Healthcare System experience.

Course Learning Targets

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

Explore Diverse Healthcare Careers: Analyze various healthcare professions, differentiate between their roles and responsibilities, and identify the educational pathways required for entry-level to advanced positions across multiple disciplines (e.g., dental, emergency, community health, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitative, administrative, IT, mental health, surgical, nursing, patient care, nutrition, phlebotomy, lab).
Apply Fundamental Anatomical & Physiological Knowledge: Identify the key structures and functions of major human body systems (integumentary, nervous, muscular, skeletal, circulatory, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, urinary, endocrine, reproductive) and understand basic genetic contributions to human biology.
Perform Essential Clinical Skills & Procedures in a Virtual Environment: Demonstrate proficiency in basic patient care techniques, including measuring and recording vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, temperature, range of motion), applying bleeding control measures (e.g., tourniquet), and assessing wound characteristics.
Practice Professionalism & Ethical Conduct: Explain the importance of teamwork, clear communication, patient rights, and data privacy (HIPAA) in healthcare settings, and apply principles of professional appearance and conduct.
Utilize Healthcare Technology & Documentation: Explain the features and benefits of Electronic Health Records (EHRs), accurately enter and interpret patient information within an EHR, and understand standardized documentation methods like SOAP notes.
Apply Foundational Scientific & Mathematical Concepts: Identify and convert between different units of measurement (e.g., metric, standard), perform basic mathematical calculations (e.g., percentages, time conversions) relevant to healthcare scenarios, and understand the role of medical terminology in various healthcare environments.
Recognize Historical Context of Healthcare: Describe significant historical developments and figures in medicine, and recognize different approaches to healthcare across various historical periods.
Apply Healthcare Safety & Infection Control Principles: Identify potential risks of infection and signs of infection, demonstrate proper methods for donning/doffing PPE and handling sterile fields, and explain how safety, sanitation, and dress codes contribute to hazard elimination in healthcare environments.

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