The document summarizes Amanda Nguyen's experience in the St. Gianna Health Academy program. It describes her rotations in different areas of two hospitals, including getting lost on her first day when going to the wrong hospital. It provides details on the various speakers and tours she had, including learning about interview skills. It then summarizes her observations from rotations in general surgery, the pediatric unit, rehabilitation services, the NICU, and meetings with mentors. It concludes with summaries of meetings with professionals working in dentistry, veterinary medicine, psychology, respiratory therapy, and forensic biology.
The document describes the student's experience in their first rotation in the Health Academy program at St. Francis Hospital. They describe finding their classroom, going over the syllabus and rules, and being assigned a career paper during their first week. They reflect that this semester would be very life-changing.
The document discusses the author's experiences in various healthcare rotations during their time in Health Academy. In the first rotation in Rehab Services, the author shadowed physical and occupational therapists and saw that it was not a career path they wanted to pursue. They then had positive experiences in rotations in the OR, Labor and Delivery, Respiratory Therapy, and General Surgery. The rotations helped expose the author to different areas of healthcare and sparked their interest in potential careers.
This document contains summaries from a student's rotations in different areas of a hospital during a health academy program. In the first rotation in the laboratory, the student found it interesting to see things they never thought they would and found it both emotionally challenging and thrilling. In the cath lab, the first day was boring but the second day they got to watch an interesting procedure and found everyone friendly. In the MICU, the student found it intense and emotionally difficult to see patients suffering so much. Later rotations included the OR, which was less intense than expected but interesting to observe procedures, and the cardiac unit where the student learned a lot from their helpful nurse.
This document provides an introduction and guidelines for first aid. It defines first aid as immediate temporary treatment given prior to medical assistance in cases of emergency, injury, or illness. The objectives of first aid are to alleviate suffering, prevent further injury or danger, and prolong life. Key principles of first aid include assessing for life-threatening conditions like airway obstruction or severe bleeding and treating the most serious injuries first while activating medical assistance. Guidelines cover initial response, primary and secondary surveys of victims, examination techniques, and general rules of treatment. Characteristics of a good first aider are listed as well.
Tiffany Tran discusses her experiences in the Health Academy program. During the first week, they had an orientation that included a hospital tour and introductions. Tiffany then describes several clinical rotations, including in the CICU, operating room, NICU, burn unit, and NCCU. She observes various medical procedures and cares for patients. Tiffany finds the experiences fascinating and says Health Academy has exposed her to many healthcare career options. After high school, she plans to study pre-medicine in college with the goal of a career in healthcare on the west coast.
This document provides an overview of first aid. It defines first aid as immediate and temporary care given to someone who is injured or suddenly becomes ill, including self-care if medical assistance is delayed. First aid acts as a bridge between the victim and medical help by a physician. The objectives of first aid are to save lives, prolong life, prevent further injury, and alleviate suffering. Characteristics of a good first aider are also described, along with principles of first aid such as not giving food or drink to an unconscious person. The class is divided into groups to discuss and present their thoughts on important aspects of first aid.
The document discusses guidelines for performing a thorough physical assessment of a patient. It emphasizes using all senses to objectively examine the entire body in a systematic way from head to toe. The assessment should include inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation techniques while being sensitive to the patient's needs and responses. The goal is to identify health issues but also strengths to develop an appropriate care plan.
The document describes the student's experience in their first rotation in the Health Academy program at St. Francis Hospital. They describe finding their classroom, going over the syllabus and rules, and being assigned a career paper during their first week. They reflect that this semester would be very life-changing.
The document discusses the author's experiences in various healthcare rotations during their time in Health Academy. In the first rotation in Rehab Services, the author shadowed physical and occupational therapists and saw that it was not a career path they wanted to pursue. They then had positive experiences in rotations in the OR, Labor and Delivery, Respiratory Therapy, and General Surgery. The rotations helped expose the author to different areas of healthcare and sparked their interest in potential careers.
This document contains summaries from a student's rotations in different areas of a hospital during a health academy program. In the first rotation in the laboratory, the student found it interesting to see things they never thought they would and found it both emotionally challenging and thrilling. In the cath lab, the first day was boring but the second day they got to watch an interesting procedure and found everyone friendly. In the MICU, the student found it intense and emotionally difficult to see patients suffering so much. Later rotations included the OR, which was less intense than expected but interesting to observe procedures, and the cardiac unit where the student learned a lot from their helpful nurse.
This document provides an introduction and guidelines for first aid. It defines first aid as immediate temporary treatment given prior to medical assistance in cases of emergency, injury, or illness. The objectives of first aid are to alleviate suffering, prevent further injury or danger, and prolong life. Key principles of first aid include assessing for life-threatening conditions like airway obstruction or severe bleeding and treating the most serious injuries first while activating medical assistance. Guidelines cover initial response, primary and secondary surveys of victims, examination techniques, and general rules of treatment. Characteristics of a good first aider are listed as well.
Tiffany Tran discusses her experiences in the Health Academy program. During the first week, they had an orientation that included a hospital tour and introductions. Tiffany then describes several clinical rotations, including in the CICU, operating room, NICU, burn unit, and NCCU. She observes various medical procedures and cares for patients. Tiffany finds the experiences fascinating and says Health Academy has exposed her to many healthcare career options. After high school, she plans to study pre-medicine in college with the goal of a career in healthcare on the west coast.
This document provides an overview of first aid. It defines first aid as immediate and temporary care given to someone who is injured or suddenly becomes ill, including self-care if medical assistance is delayed. First aid acts as a bridge between the victim and medical help by a physician. The objectives of first aid are to save lives, prolong life, prevent further injury, and alleviate suffering. Characteristics of a good first aider are also described, along with principles of first aid such as not giving food or drink to an unconscious person. The class is divided into groups to discuss and present their thoughts on important aspects of first aid.
The document discusses guidelines for performing a thorough physical assessment of a patient. It emphasizes using all senses to objectively examine the entire body in a systematic way from head to toe. The assessment should include inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation techniques while being sensitive to the patient's needs and responses. The goal is to identify health issues but also strengths to develop an appropriate care plan.
The document provides information on first aid basics, including definitions, roles, objectives, and principles of first aid. It discusses how first aid is meant to temporarily care for someone who is suddenly ill or injured until medical assistance arrives. The key roles of first aid are to bridge the gap between the victim and physician until the physician can provide care. The objectives of first aid are to save lives, prolong life, alleviate suffering, and prevent further injury. The document also lists characteristics of a good first aider and dos and don'ts of giving first aid. It provides examples of immediate actions to take in emergency situations and a top 10 list of things to do in a medical emergency.
- A female patient in her 60s was brought to the emergency department after being found alone and neglected for 72 hours. Her primary caregiver, her adult son, had left her in the care of a friend who did not check on her.
- The patient was malnourished, covered in open wounds, and had a full catheter. Her son became hostile when contacted by hospital staff.
- The case manager had to balance advocating for the patient while preventing conflict between staff and the son. Allowing the son to visit led to an argument and him being escorted out.
- Ethical issues included the hospital absorbing costs for re-admitting the patient and allowing the son to visit despite
This document provides information on general first aid. It defines first aid as immediate care given to an injured person until medical assistance arrives. The objectives of first aid are to alleviate suffering, prevent further injury, and prolong life. The document outlines guidelines for giving emergency care, including assessing the scene and victim for safety, requesting help, intervening with first aid as needed, and avoiding further harm. It describes priorities like opening the airway, restoring breathing and circulation.
Module 3 guidelines in giving emergency careGIEANMURIEL
After completing the module, participants will be able to demonstrate a secondary survey, explain emergency principles, and enumerate rules for emergency care. The document outlines steps for surveying the scene, activating assistance, conducting primary and secondary surveys, and providing care according to principles like obtaining consent, prioritizing serious injuries, and keeping the victim calm. Guidelines are given for performing a head-to-toe examination and providing care while avoiding assumptions and unrealistic promises.
Orientation week included introductions, hospital tours, and an overview of medical terminology courses. Students went on biweekly rotations at two hospitals and were required to write thank you letters, have mentors fill out forms, and blog about their experiences. Lectures on Fridays covered various medical careers like occupational therapy, nursing, veterinary medicine, and forensic biology. Rotations included units like general medicine, surgery, the cath lab, emergency room, and MICU. Students observed procedures, shadowed nurses, and gained exposure to different areas of healthcare.
This root cause analysis summarizes a sentinel event that occurred at Nightingale Community Hospital involving the discharge of a 3-year-old patient, Tina, to her father instead of her mother who had full custody. The summary identified communication breakdowns between registration, pre-op, OR, recovery, and discharge nursing staff that failed to convey the mother's instructions and custody information. To address this, the root cause analysis recommends Nightingale implement a formal handoff procedure involving all departments to improve information sharing and ensure proper discharge of patients according to any special instructions. The effectiveness of the new procedure will be measured by analyzing communication across departments for patients requiring special discharge instructions.
This document provides information about a first aid course given by Dr. Hatem El Bitar. The course covers topics like basic first aid, CPR, treatment for injuries, and ends with an MCQ quiz. The goal of the course is to provide training and reduce panic in emergency situations through learning proper responses. Completing the course helps ensure correct emergency medical care by knowing first aid procedures.
This document provides basic first aid emergency procedures and guidelines. It outlines 4 goals of basic first aid which are to keep the person alive, prevent condition from worsening, help recovery, and ensure medical care. It describes how to recognize signs of illness/injury, remain calm, and activate emergency services. Specific first aid procedures are outlined for bleeding, burns, bites, falls, seizures, shock, and more. Signs and symptoms of medical conditions like heart attack, stroke, respiratory distress, and hypothermia/hyperthermia are also reviewed along with first aid treatments.
This document provides an overview of first aid training, including assessing casualties, treating life-threatening conditions, and preventing cross-contamination. It discusses the primary and secondary surveys used to assess injuries, with the primary survey focusing on life threats like airway, breathing, and circulation. The secondary survey involves a full head-to-toe examination, questioning the casualty, and considering their history, symptoms, and observable signs. The goal of first aid is to preserve life, prevent conditions from worsening, and promote recovery until emergency help arrives.
Dean Fryn recounts an accident from his childhood that left him with a facial scar. While playing tag with his siblings, he jumped on his parents' bed and hit his head on a window corner, causing bleeding. His parents rushed him to the emergency room where doctors stitched up his wound. His mother waited anxiously during the procedure. Afterward, relieved to see Dean sitting up with only a patch over his eye, she thanked God that he was alright.
Principles of First Aid outlines the role and responsibilities of a first aider. The three aims of first aid are to preserve life, prevent worsening, and promote recovery. A first aider must first ensure the safety of the situation and not endanger themselves or others. Their role is to provide initial care until emergency medical help arrives through actions like controlling bleeding, treating for shock, and calling for an ambulance. A first aider must protect the casualty's privacy and document their care provided. They should be aware of potential environmental and human dangers at the scene like broken glass or risk of infection from bodily fluids.
This document outlines the objectives and procedures for responding to medical emergencies. The objectives are to recognize the benefits of first aid certification, identify procedures for simple emergencies, and assist injured coworkers while avoiding further harm. It provides guidance on calling for help, staying calm, and what to do until emergency responders arrive such as applying pressure to serious bleeding and not moving someone injured. Case studies demonstrate how to handle specific scenarios like an unconscious person, serious bleeding, someone caught in machinery, or a severed body part.
The document describes several scenarios where the author provided CPR or AED assistance to conscious and unconscious choking adults and children as well as during cardiac arrest. The scenarios outline the steps taken which included introducing themselves, calling for help, assessing the situation, providing back blows and abdominal thrusts or chest compressions and rescue breathing. Proper CPR and AED procedures are reviewed for adults, children and infants including using pediatric pads for those under 55 pounds.
Module 1 Guidelines In Giving Emergency CareJack Frost
This document provides guidelines for emergency care, including establishing an emergency plan, gathering needed materials, and following four emergency action principles: survey the scene, activate medical assistance, do a primary survey of the victim, and do a secondary survey. It describes the elements of surveying the scene and calling for assistance. The primary survey involves checking consciousness, breathing, airway, and circulation. The secondary survey includes interviewing the victim, checking vital signs, and doing a head-to-toe examination. The document also lists golden rules for providing emergency care, such as obtaining consent when possible and caring for the most serious injuries first.
Ileana Cepeda Health Academy presentationileanaedith
The document provides an overview of Ileana Cepeda's experience in the St. Gianna Health Academy program. It discusses her weekly rotations in different medical units where she observed patients and assisted nurses. It also outlines the lectures and presentations she attended on topics like nursing, respiratory therapy, radiology, veterinary medicine, psychology, and her six career research paper. The document reflects on how the Health Academy exposure helped her better understand medical careers.
The document provides details from a student's experience in the St. Gianna Health Academy program. It describes various weekly rotations and experiences the student had in different medical units including the PICU, NCCU, laboratory, heart cath lab, and MICU. It also discusses presentations given to elementary school students on hand washing and lectures from speakers in different medical fields. The document outlines course requirements and topics covered in classes on nursing, respiratory therapy, radiology, veterinary medicine, psychology, and six career research papers.
The document summarizes Danielle Komp's orientation week and clinical rotations as a student at St. Gianna Catholic Health Academy. During orientation week, she toured local hospitals, received presentations on various medical procedures and rules, and got vaccinated for clinical rotations. Her rotations included observing surgeries in the OR, learning about EKGs in cardiology, seeing wound care and dialysis in MICU, assisting in the emergency room, and working with orthopedic patients in 5SE. The document provides details on several of her rotation experiences.
st gianna health academy electronic portfoliocurlyfelicia
The document is a collection of notes from a student in a health academy program. It includes summaries of presentations from professionals about various healthcare careers like nursing, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, and forensic biology. The student finds nursing the most interesting long term career choice and was reassured by the program that it is the right path for them. They enjoyed getting exposure to different medical fields through the program.
This document discusses the career of a pediatric nurse. It begins by outlining the rationale for choosing this topic, which is that the author wants to become a pediatric nurse to help sick children. It then discusses the education, training, work experience and duties required to become a pediatric nurse. This includes obtaining a nursing degree and certification, completing an internship, and gaining experience in pediatric hospital departments like the NICU. The document concludes by noting the rewards of being a pediatric nurse, but also the difficulties of caring for sick children and dealing with poor outcomes.
The document provides information on first aid basics, including definitions, roles, objectives, and principles of first aid. It discusses how first aid is meant to temporarily care for someone who is suddenly ill or injured until medical assistance arrives. The key roles of first aid are to bridge the gap between the victim and physician until the physician can provide care. The objectives of first aid are to save lives, prolong life, alleviate suffering, and prevent further injury. The document also lists characteristics of a good first aider and dos and don'ts of giving first aid. It provides examples of immediate actions to take in emergency situations and a top 10 list of things to do in a medical emergency.
- A female patient in her 60s was brought to the emergency department after being found alone and neglected for 72 hours. Her primary caregiver, her adult son, had left her in the care of a friend who did not check on her.
- The patient was malnourished, covered in open wounds, and had a full catheter. Her son became hostile when contacted by hospital staff.
- The case manager had to balance advocating for the patient while preventing conflict between staff and the son. Allowing the son to visit led to an argument and him being escorted out.
- Ethical issues included the hospital absorbing costs for re-admitting the patient and allowing the son to visit despite
This document provides information on general first aid. It defines first aid as immediate care given to an injured person until medical assistance arrives. The objectives of first aid are to alleviate suffering, prevent further injury, and prolong life. The document outlines guidelines for giving emergency care, including assessing the scene and victim for safety, requesting help, intervening with first aid as needed, and avoiding further harm. It describes priorities like opening the airway, restoring breathing and circulation.
Module 3 guidelines in giving emergency careGIEANMURIEL
After completing the module, participants will be able to demonstrate a secondary survey, explain emergency principles, and enumerate rules for emergency care. The document outlines steps for surveying the scene, activating assistance, conducting primary and secondary surveys, and providing care according to principles like obtaining consent, prioritizing serious injuries, and keeping the victim calm. Guidelines are given for performing a head-to-toe examination and providing care while avoiding assumptions and unrealistic promises.
Orientation week included introductions, hospital tours, and an overview of medical terminology courses. Students went on biweekly rotations at two hospitals and were required to write thank you letters, have mentors fill out forms, and blog about their experiences. Lectures on Fridays covered various medical careers like occupational therapy, nursing, veterinary medicine, and forensic biology. Rotations included units like general medicine, surgery, the cath lab, emergency room, and MICU. Students observed procedures, shadowed nurses, and gained exposure to different areas of healthcare.
This root cause analysis summarizes a sentinel event that occurred at Nightingale Community Hospital involving the discharge of a 3-year-old patient, Tina, to her father instead of her mother who had full custody. The summary identified communication breakdowns between registration, pre-op, OR, recovery, and discharge nursing staff that failed to convey the mother's instructions and custody information. To address this, the root cause analysis recommends Nightingale implement a formal handoff procedure involving all departments to improve information sharing and ensure proper discharge of patients according to any special instructions. The effectiveness of the new procedure will be measured by analyzing communication across departments for patients requiring special discharge instructions.
This document provides information about a first aid course given by Dr. Hatem El Bitar. The course covers topics like basic first aid, CPR, treatment for injuries, and ends with an MCQ quiz. The goal of the course is to provide training and reduce panic in emergency situations through learning proper responses. Completing the course helps ensure correct emergency medical care by knowing first aid procedures.
This document provides basic first aid emergency procedures and guidelines. It outlines 4 goals of basic first aid which are to keep the person alive, prevent condition from worsening, help recovery, and ensure medical care. It describes how to recognize signs of illness/injury, remain calm, and activate emergency services. Specific first aid procedures are outlined for bleeding, burns, bites, falls, seizures, shock, and more. Signs and symptoms of medical conditions like heart attack, stroke, respiratory distress, and hypothermia/hyperthermia are also reviewed along with first aid treatments.
This document provides an overview of first aid training, including assessing casualties, treating life-threatening conditions, and preventing cross-contamination. It discusses the primary and secondary surveys used to assess injuries, with the primary survey focusing on life threats like airway, breathing, and circulation. The secondary survey involves a full head-to-toe examination, questioning the casualty, and considering their history, symptoms, and observable signs. The goal of first aid is to preserve life, prevent conditions from worsening, and promote recovery until emergency help arrives.
Dean Fryn recounts an accident from his childhood that left him with a facial scar. While playing tag with his siblings, he jumped on his parents' bed and hit his head on a window corner, causing bleeding. His parents rushed him to the emergency room where doctors stitched up his wound. His mother waited anxiously during the procedure. Afterward, relieved to see Dean sitting up with only a patch over his eye, she thanked God that he was alright.
Principles of First Aid outlines the role and responsibilities of a first aider. The three aims of first aid are to preserve life, prevent worsening, and promote recovery. A first aider must first ensure the safety of the situation and not endanger themselves or others. Their role is to provide initial care until emergency medical help arrives through actions like controlling bleeding, treating for shock, and calling for an ambulance. A first aider must protect the casualty's privacy and document their care provided. They should be aware of potential environmental and human dangers at the scene like broken glass or risk of infection from bodily fluids.
This document outlines the objectives and procedures for responding to medical emergencies. The objectives are to recognize the benefits of first aid certification, identify procedures for simple emergencies, and assist injured coworkers while avoiding further harm. It provides guidance on calling for help, staying calm, and what to do until emergency responders arrive such as applying pressure to serious bleeding and not moving someone injured. Case studies demonstrate how to handle specific scenarios like an unconscious person, serious bleeding, someone caught in machinery, or a severed body part.
The document describes several scenarios where the author provided CPR or AED assistance to conscious and unconscious choking adults and children as well as during cardiac arrest. The scenarios outline the steps taken which included introducing themselves, calling for help, assessing the situation, providing back blows and abdominal thrusts or chest compressions and rescue breathing. Proper CPR and AED procedures are reviewed for adults, children and infants including using pediatric pads for those under 55 pounds.
Module 1 Guidelines In Giving Emergency CareJack Frost
This document provides guidelines for emergency care, including establishing an emergency plan, gathering needed materials, and following four emergency action principles: survey the scene, activate medical assistance, do a primary survey of the victim, and do a secondary survey. It describes the elements of surveying the scene and calling for assistance. The primary survey involves checking consciousness, breathing, airway, and circulation. The secondary survey includes interviewing the victim, checking vital signs, and doing a head-to-toe examination. The document also lists golden rules for providing emergency care, such as obtaining consent when possible and caring for the most serious injuries first.
Ileana Cepeda Health Academy presentationileanaedith
The document provides an overview of Ileana Cepeda's experience in the St. Gianna Health Academy program. It discusses her weekly rotations in different medical units where she observed patients and assisted nurses. It also outlines the lectures and presentations she attended on topics like nursing, respiratory therapy, radiology, veterinary medicine, psychology, and her six career research paper. The document reflects on how the Health Academy exposure helped her better understand medical careers.
The document provides details from a student's experience in the St. Gianna Health Academy program. It describes various weekly rotations and experiences the student had in different medical units including the PICU, NCCU, laboratory, heart cath lab, and MICU. It also discusses presentations given to elementary school students on hand washing and lectures from speakers in different medical fields. The document outlines course requirements and topics covered in classes on nursing, respiratory therapy, radiology, veterinary medicine, psychology, and six career research papers.
The document summarizes Danielle Komp's orientation week and clinical rotations as a student at St. Gianna Catholic Health Academy. During orientation week, she toured local hospitals, received presentations on various medical procedures and rules, and got vaccinated for clinical rotations. Her rotations included observing surgeries in the OR, learning about EKGs in cardiology, seeing wound care and dialysis in MICU, assisting in the emergency room, and working with orthopedic patients in 5SE. The document provides details on several of her rotation experiences.
st gianna health academy electronic portfoliocurlyfelicia
The document is a collection of notes from a student in a health academy program. It includes summaries of presentations from professionals about various healthcare careers like nursing, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, and forensic biology. The student finds nursing the most interesting long term career choice and was reassured by the program that it is the right path for them. They enjoyed getting exposure to different medical fields through the program.
This document discusses the career of a pediatric nurse. It begins by outlining the rationale for choosing this topic, which is that the author wants to become a pediatric nurse to help sick children. It then discusses the education, training, work experience and duties required to become a pediatric nurse. This includes obtaining a nursing degree and certification, completing an internship, and gaining experience in pediatric hospital departments like the NICU. The document concludes by noting the rewards of being a pediatric nurse, but also the difficulties of caring for sick children and dealing with poor outcomes.
The document summarizes presentations from several healthcare professionals about their careers in fields such as forensic biology, nursing, medicine, dentistry, and respiratory therapy. Key details include:
- A forensic biologist discussed using DNA evidence to solve cases like the BTK killer and explained the different branches of forensics like pathology, toxicology, and biology.
- A nurse discussed the requirements to become a nurse like an associate's degree, emphasized teamwork and critical thinking, and noted average salaries are around $19-31 per hour.
- A physician discussed the long process of getting an undergraduate degree, attending medical school for 4 years, and then completing a 3-year residency but noted it offers a wide scope
This document contains blog posts from a student, Madilynn Hirschler, summarizing her weekly rotations in different areas of a hospital. In one rotation in pediatrics, she saw a baby who had a cleft palate repaired and other patients. In her OR rotation, she watched hysterectomy and gallbladder removal procedures using the Da Vinci surgical robot. Her general surgery rotation involved shadowing nurses and observing postoperative patients. The document also includes summaries of lectures and an orientation about safety protocols and HIPAA compliance required for hospital rotations.
Jill Brown is a student at St. Gianna Health Academy interested in pursuing a career in nursing. She has experience volunteering and working in healthcare settings like lifeguarding. For her current rotation, she shadowed in the respiratory therapy department where she observed a patient having difficulty breathing and saw a nurse use a tube to clear their airway. Jill is considering entry-level jobs like respiratory therapist, certified nursing assistant, and occupational therapy assistant. She believes these roles would allow her to help others and gain experience for her goal of becoming a registered nurse.
The document summarizes Jill Brown's experiences shadowing different areas of a hospital through the St. Gianna Health Academy program. Some of the rotations discussed include the operating room, burn unit, cardiac catheterization lab, neonatal intensive care unit, and cardiac intensive care unit. Jill observed several medical procedures and found that she particularly enjoyed observing surgeries in the operating room. Overall, the reflections provide insights into Jill's experiences and help her explore different areas of nursing as a potential career.
Jill Brown is a student at St. Gianna Health Academy who has been doing rotations at various medical facilities. At the OR at St. Francis, she observed several surgeries including a total hip replacement, artery repair, and tonsil removal. She found the total hip replacement most interesting as she was able to see the procedure and fake hip implanted. Brown also did a rotation in the burn unit where she observed the treatment of a man who was electrocuted, including scraping off his dead skin. She finds she could see herself working in either the OR or burn unit.
Jill Brown is a student at St. Gianna Health Academy who has been doing rotations at various medical facilities. At the OR, she observed a total hip replacement procedure and a femoral artery repair. She found the OR atmosphere fun and enjoyed seeing the surgical procedures. In the burn unit, she watched as a patient's dead skin was scraped off after being electrocuted. She found she could see herself working in the burn unit.
The document summarizes a student's experiences in the Saint Gianna Catholic Health Academy program. Over several weeks, the student completes rotations in different areas of local hospitals, including respiratory, the operating room, rehabilitation, radiology, and intensive care units. The student also attends lectures from medical professionals about their fields of nursing, veterinary medicine, dentistry, and forensic pathology. Throughout, the student reflects on interactions with patients and medical experiences witnessed during the rotations.
Molly Dwyer describes her experiences rotating through different hospital units including respiratory, OR, CCU, rehab, radiology, and MICU/CICU as part of the Saint Gianna Catholic Health Academy program, gaining exposure to various areas of healthcare. She also summarizes lectures from several healthcare professionals on their careers in nursing, veterinary medicine, dentistry, forensic science, and radiography. The document provides insights into the Saint Gianna Catholic Health Academy program and various healthcare career paths from the perspectives of both students and professionals.
The document summarizes a student's experiences in the Saint Gianna Catholic Health Academy program. Over several weeks, the student completes rotations in different areas of local hospitals, including respiratory, the operating room, rehabilitation, radiology, and intensive care units. The student also attends lectures from medical professionals about their fields of nursing, veterinary medicine, dentistry, forensic science, and radiography. Through the program, the student explores various healthcare careers and gains exposure to patient care.
The document summarizes Azucena Martinez's experience in a health academy program, including rotations in different medical fields like the ER, rehab services, the OR, and respiratory therapy. It also lists several careers Martinez is interested in pursuing long-term, such as medical doctor, physical therapist, and pediatrician, and provides details on the education and responsibilities for each role. Key lectures from medical professionals are summarized, offering insight into careers in forensic biology, dentistry, respiratory therapy, and natural family planning.
Health Academy Portfolio 2010- Kara Kaster Health Academy
The document provides information about Kara Kaster, a senior at Kapaun Mount Carmel High School who is participating in the Saint Gianna Health Academy. It details her experiences shadowing and volunteering at various healthcare facilities, including learning about hand washing, observing surgeries, and shadowing in the emergency room. It also shares summaries from presentations by several healthcare professionals on their careers.
The document summarizes a student's experience in a health academy program, including rotations in various medical settings like the laboratory, surgery, pediatrics, and the ER. It discusses the goals of exposing students to healthcare careers and how the program helped prepare students for employment through activities like creating resumes and cover letters. The student explored different career interests such as pharmacy, physician assistant, and radiology through research and lectures. Overall, the student felt the health academy provided valuable knowledge and experiences to inform their future career path.
The document provides an overview of Ryan Zwick's experience in the St. Gianna Health Academy orientation program. It describes tours of local hospitals, presentations from hospital staff, and weekly assignments which include rotations, writing thank you cards, and blogging about experiences. Samples of thank you cards, letters, and blogs from various hospital departments are also included to demonstrate the work done in the program.
The document provides information about Ryan Zwick's experience in the first two weeks of the St. Gianna Health Academy orientation. It discusses meetings with presenters from the hospital, weekly work assignments like writing thank you cards and blogging, and examples of blogs written by Ryan about their rotations in different hospital units.
The student summarizes their experiences volunteering at various medical rotations during their time in the Health Academy program. They enjoyed rotations in radiology, the emergency room, the operating room, the pediatric intensive care unit, and the neonatal intensive care unit. In class, they learned how to take blood pressure and test reflexes. The student also considered various career options such as a registered nurse, certified medical assistant, physical therapy assistant, ultrasound technologist, and veterinarian. They provided details on the education and experience requirements for each field. Finally, they summarized volunteering at the Via Christi Golf Classic.
This document summarizes Daniela Guzman's experiences in her Health Academy program. It describes rotations she completed in various hospital departments including the NICU, radiology, rehabilitation, and the operating room. It discusses careers she learned about such as neonatal nursing, surgical technician, physical therapist, and occupational therapist. The document expresses gratitude for the opportunities and experiences provided by the Health Academy program.
The document summarizes the activities and experiences of a student in the St. Gianna Catholic Health Academy program over the course of a semester. It includes tours of local hospitals, rotations in different medical units, presentations given to elementary school students, lectures from professionals in various healthcare careers, and reflections on which careers the student found most interesting.
We recently hosted the much-anticipated Community Skill Builders Workshop during our June online meeting. This event was a culmination of six months of listening to your feedback and crafting solutions to better support your PMI journey. Here’s a look back at what happened and the exciting developments that emerged from our collaborative efforts.
A Gathering of Minds
We were thrilled to see a diverse group of attendees, including local certified PMI trainers and both new and experienced members eager to contribute their perspectives. The workshop was structured into three dynamic discussion sessions, each led by our dedicated membership advocates.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The insights and feedback gathered from these discussions were invaluable. Here are some of the key takeaways and the steps we are taking to address them:
• Enhanced Resource Accessibility: We are working on a new, user-friendly resource page that will make it easier for members to access training materials and real-world application guides.
• Structured Mentorship Program: Plans are underway to launch a mentorship program that will connect members with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
• Increased Networking Opportunities: Expect to see more frequent and varied networking events, both virtual and in-person, to help you build connections and foster a sense of community.
Moving Forward
We are committed to turning your feedback into actionable solutions that enhance your PMI journey. This workshop was just the beginning. By actively participating and sharing your experiences, you have helped shape the future of our Chapter’s offerings.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the Community Skill Builders Workshop. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what make our Chapter strong and vibrant. Stay tuned for updates on the new initiatives and opportunities to get involved. Together, we are building a community that supports and empowers each other on our PMI journeys.
Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s continue to grow together!
About PMI Silver Spring Chapter
We are a branch of the Project Management Institute. We offer a platform for project management professionals in Silver Spring, MD, and the DC/Baltimore metro area. Monthly meetings facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, and professional development. For more, visit pmissc.org.
5 key differences between Hard skill and Soft skillsRuchiRathor2
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𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝 & 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 💯
In today's dynamic and competitive market, a well-rounded skillset is no longer a luxury - it's a necessity.
While technical expertise (hard skills) is crucial for getting your foot in the door, it's the combination of hard and soft skills that propels you towards long-term success and career advancement. ✨
Think of it like this: Imagine a highly skilled carpenter with a masterful understanding of woodworking (hard skills). But if they struggle to communicate effectively with clients, collaborate with builders, or adapt to project changes (soft skills), their true potential remains untapped. 😐
The synergy between hard and soft skills is what creates true value in the workplace. Strong communication allows you to clearly articulate your technical expertise, while problem-solving skills help you navigate complex challenges alongside your team. 💫
By actively developing both sets of skills, you position yourself as a well-rounded professional who can not only perform tasks efficiently but also contribute meaningfully to a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
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Parabolic antenna alignment system with Real-Time Angle Position FeedbackStevenPatrick17
Introduction
Parabolic antennas are a crucial component in many communication systems, including satellite communications, radio telescopes, and television broadcasting. Ensuring these antennas are properly aligned is vital for optimal performance and signal strength. A parabolic antenna alignment system, equipped with real-time angle position feedback and fault tracking, is designed to address this need. This document delves into the components, design, and implementation of such a system, highlighting its significance and applications.
Importance of Parabolic Antenna Alignment
The alignment of a parabolic antenna directly affects its performance. Even minor misalignments can lead to significant signal loss, which can degrade the quality of the received signal or cause communication failures. Proper alignment ensures that the antenna's focal point is accurately directed toward the signal source, maximizing the antenna's gain and efficiency. This precision is especially crucial in applications like satellite communications, where the antenna must track geostationary satellites with high accuracy.
Components of a Parabolic Antenna Alignment System
A parabolic antenna alignment system typically includes the following components:
Parabolic Dish: The primary reflector that collects and focuses incoming signals.
Feedhorn and Low Noise Block (LNB): Positioned at the dish's focal point to receive signals.
Stepper or Servo Motors: Adjust the azimuth (horizontal) and elevation (vertical) angles of the antenna.
Microcontroller (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi): Processes sensor data and controls the motors.
Potentiometers: Provide feedback on the antenna's current angle positions.
Fault Detection Sensors: Monitor for potential faults such as cable discontinuities or LNB failures.
Control Software: Runs on the microcontroller, handling real-time processing and decision-making.
Real-Time Angle Position Feedback
Real-time feedback on the antenna's angle position is essential for maintaining precise alignment. This feedback is typically provided by potentiometers or rotary encoders, which continuously monitor the azimuth and elevation angles. The microcontroller reads this data and adjusts the motors accordingly to keep the antenna aligned with the signal source.
Fault Tracking in Antenna Alignment Systems
Fault tracking is vital for the reliability and performance of the antenna system. Common faults include cable discontinuities, LNB malfunctions, and motor failures. Sensors integrated into the system can detect these faults and either notify the user or initiate corrective actions automatically.
Design and Implementation
1. Parabolic Dish and Feedhorn
The parabolic dish is designed to reflect incoming signals to a focal point where the feedhorn and LNB are located. The dish's size and shape depend on the specific application and frequency range.
2. Motors and Position Control
Stepper motors or servo motors are used to control the azimuth and elevation of
2. St. Gianna Health Academy
• St. Gianna Health Academy
expands options for students who
are interested in the health care
field. Students are able to go to St.
Joseph and St. Francis and shadow
nurses and doctors in different units
of the hospital.
3. Orientation
• The first day of orientation, I went to the
wrong hospital. I was supposed to go to St.
Francis instead of St. Joseph. I got lost
when driving to the right one. Good thing I
had a GPA in my car because the front desk
at St. Joseph gave confusing directions.
• During the past two weeks we had different
speakers come in. They talked about
different areas of the hospital that we will
get to see and how to scrub up.
• We learned about the HIPPA rule, the
safety of the hospital, and where to park
during out time here for class.
4. Speakers—Interviews
• Diana and Christa came in to talk
to us about how to impress the
boss during an interview. It
helped a lot because there were
certain ways to carry on a
conversation, but also explain
why you want the job. You should
always make eye contact, never
cross your legs, and prove to
them that you want the job.
5. General Surgery/Operation Room
• General surgery was the same thing
as the operation room. I got to see
five surgeries in total, they were
mostly thyroid surgeries.
• The longest surgery was one of the
thyroid surgery performed on a man.
The thyroid that was in a man's neck
was the size of a TENNIS BALL and
it was just the right side. It was a
tough battle but the doctors won.
7. The Emergency Room
• The two days I was there it was busy and
the two nurses I had they actually helped
me and made me feel comfortable. The first
one gave me a tour of the whole unit and
the nurse on the second day did a lot more
because he was in charge of the front of
the ER and checked blood pressure and
temperature. I actually liked it because it
wasn't slow in the unit and you got to see
stuff.
• If you like the adrenaline rush and the
intense feeling--the ER is perfect to
observe
8. Pediatric Unit
• The pediatric unit held patients
ages of toddlers-18 year olds.
When I was in the unit, there
were mostly child patients with
respiratory problems. Being in
there made me want to work with
kids in the future instead of
adults because kid are more fun
to be with and they make you
smile and laugh. It was a nice
experience and I enjoyed myself
there
9. Rehab Services
• For my 10th rotation I went to the rehab
services...that happened to be down the
hallway from our classroom. I had a therapist
who works with mostly children that are late in
maturity. She works on speech, writing, how
to use their muscles, and many more. There
was a girl who was 5 years old and she could
not keep her balance and whenever she tries
to reach something across the table she
throw herself down so she can get it. So my
therapist worked with her by putting her on
the swings to help strengthen her muscles. It
was really nice to watch the little girl and the
therapist because the little girl would offer the
therapist to ride the swing and push her. If
you like kids and lots of laughter...you will love
the rehab services.
10. NICU
• The NICU held premature babies that are
1-3lbs. My nurse calls herself the mommy
of all the babies in the unit because she is
mostly in the NICU almost everyday. I
saw twin boys in one crib that were
SOOO TINY AND CUTE. My favorite
baby was the baby that was adopted by
parents from Alabama. He smiled
whenever my nurse fed/held him. What's
nice about the place is that once the
babies are healthy and are
discharged, months or years later they
come back or update on how their doing
and it just brings the nurses there full of
happiness.
17. Mr. Mark Troilo—Dentist
• Dentists is their own boss and they work for themselves
which is nice because no one can tell you what to do
and how to do your job. Dentists get the best of both
worlds. They are able to handle their profession and
earn a decent living and have a family at the same time.
Dentists can make more free time than any other
medical careers. Since they don't work for others they
have the opportunity to work around their schedule and
have enough time to do whatever they like to do and
spend time with family. First you have to attend four
years of college and work hard to be accept into dental
school. Dental school may be the most difficult time
during your path to dentistry because its those eight
years of knowing your terms and how to handle
patients.
18. Dr. Greg Reichenberger—Veterinarian
• A veterinarian has the opportunity to learn
cross species, humans and animals. They
have a very top education by learning how to
treat any species of animals because they
are the doctor of all traits. Because
veterinarians have the opportunity to do it
all, they are involved in
pediatrician, dentist, and nursing. They use
their knowledge of human diseases to
examine if animals carry on the illness.
19. Dr. Carissa Coleman—Pyschology
• Psychology is the scientific study of the behavior and
mental process of human and animals. The health
profession of psychology is the natural science
because they use scientific method to understand
people by using surveys to ask about the person, or
experiments on animals.
• Psychologists may work in private
practices, prisons, schools, or hospitals. They pay
attention to the person's body language, the tone of
their voice, and appearance to pick up what their
personality is like and how the psychologist can
solve their problems. The nice part about being a
psychologist is that you can have that one on one
time with the patient. The psychologists are able to
help the patient to feel comfortable and to relieve
their issues.
20. Margaret Trumpp—Respiratory Therapy
• Respiratory care is the most critical work in all areas of
the hospital. They treat any kinds of patients such as
pediatric, home care, disease management, sleep
management, and many more. They are able to travel in
hospitals, patients homes, and even clinics. Their role is
to work under direction of the physician, assist in
evaluation, using treatment for patients with respiratory
problems. Respiratory therapists usually work thirty five to
forty hours a week in which they spend most of their time
going room to room of patient's. They are dynamic, high-
tech, high touch allied in the health profession. They know
most knowledge in dealing with the lungs by using the
latest technology possible. Most profession in the hospital
rely on the respiratory therapist because they are the
peacemakers when it comes to helping someone breathe.
21. Dr. Shelly Steadman—Forensic
Biologist and DNA analysis
• If you like the intense crime stopping action that you
see on TV, Forensic biologist and DNA analysis is
the perfect adrenaline profession. A forensic
biologist takes sample from a crime scene and
analyzes DNA that is left on the sample. As soon as
they find the DNA, they are able to track down the
criminal. The bodies found during the crime scene
are transfer by a service through a garage storage
that is stored in a large room. They must overcome
nightmares by doing the same technique over and
over, analyze DNA and tracing it then submit. It is a
fascinating job and contributing to society can make
a difference in an investigation.
22. Career Option #1—Dental
Hygienist
• Dental Hygienist’s responsibilities included cleaning
teeth and teaching the patients in taking care of their
teeth. They work part time in well-lighted environments
and they can travel in different dental office which I
can deal with. Students need to take
biology, chemistry, mathematics, and any related
medical education classes in High school and at least
attend one year of college before entering dental
hygiene programs. Most hygiene programs require an
associate degree, bachelors, or master’s degree. I
rather go to school and earn a bachelor’s degree
because you have more options to go where I can
take on the career as dental hygienists. If I receive a
bachelor’s degree I can practice in clinical
practices, private offices, or I can go to school
programs and teach.
23. Career Option #2—Dental
Laboratory Technician
• I’ve had braces since middle school till my late
sophomore year and whenever I go to my orthodontist
appointments, I would be interested in how orthodontists
find ways and methods to create the perfect smile.
Dental Laboratory Technicians relates to orthodontists
that specialize in making and repairing
dentures, crowns, and braces. They work forty hours a
week, others work part time, in well-lighted
laboratories, but some don’t usually work with the public.
To be a Dental Laboratory Technician, you’ll need to take
art, drafting, and computers during high school or
college. You need to have a high school diploma or a
GED certificate and attend a community
college, vocational school, or a dental school to learn the
requirements before going into a program that will take
two to four years.
24. Career Option #3—Veterinarian
I love dogs and I was always surrounded by
them as a child. I wanted to be a
Veterinarian that doesn’t involve treating
sick animals or giving them medicine so
Veterinary Assistant is a related to what I
am looking for in taking care of animals.
Veterinary Technician and Assistant helps
the veterinarians feed, clean, and treat the
animals. Although Veterinarians treat
different kinds of animals I would prefer to
treat dogs only because dogs are the only
animals I am comfortable with. As an
animal lover it would be perfect for me but it
would be an emotional job
25. Career Option #4--Psychologist
• I like studying the human mind and behavior of
humans. Psychologist is another way to help
patients with their life. They study the mental mind
and behavior of humans, and even animals, by
using patterns and observations to interpret how
humans and animals function. Most Psychologists
would work in clinics, hospitals, or private
practices. Psychologist I considered it as a
challenging career in my interest career list
because although I want to study the minds of
people, it will take a numerous years of school
complete before becoming a Psychologist.
26. Career Option #5—Patient
Recreation Therapist
• Recreation Therapists work with patients who are
unhappy with life and want to change their mental
and physical lifestyle. They encourage patients to
get involved with everyday activities such as athletic
activities, games, arts, games, or other physical
activities. Patients Recreation Therapists work with
those who are mentally ill, age, or those who have
physical disabilities in mental programs, medical
centers, or recreation centers. I’m interested in
Recreation Therapists because I want to help
people understand the meaning of life in a whole
new perspective. I want them to be happy and have
a second chance in life so they don’t go back to
their old lifestyle of depression.
27. Dentist
MY FINAL DECISION
• I am interested in becoming a dentist is
because I want to create the perfect
smile for everyone. It has always been
my first interest in a career. Dentist can
make a smile for someone specially for
them, that “celebrity look.” Coming
from a family of pharmacists and
business, I want to stand out. Patients
come in with a terrible smile and come
out with a confident smile.
28. My Future Plans
• Once I graduate high school, I will be
attending Wichita State University to
take my basic classes and required
courses for dentistry. Afterwards I will
be intensely preparing myself to take
the DAT test (Dental Admission Test).
My journey of becoming a dentist is
attending University of Missouri
Kansas City Dental School. I hope to
open up a clinic if I ever make it out
Dental School alive. I will be a full on
dentist probably after 10 years.
29. Final Reflection
• The class helped me make my
decision on what I want to be once I
graduate high school. It was helpful
to have speakers from different
profession come in and give us a
better understanding on their career.
It helped many students open their
eyes on the medical field on how
they can be a hero in a person’s life.