Chapter 1- Health and Wellness

The learner will be introduced to the health triangle that incorporates the five aspects of health. These components consist of Physical Health, Social Health, Mental/ Emotional Health, as well as Spiritual Health. The learner will be able to describe how making good choices within each of these areas will improve their quality of life.

While on the Glencoe Health Chapter 1 Quizlet Flashcards cite and after reviewing all the 18 flashcards, the student can click on each of the icons to the left of the flashcard to assist in their learning of the material. The icons include learn, write, and spell. These icons will display different types of questions for the student to answer and to review the material. Finally, on the left side of the slide is a PLAY icon that will allow the student to participate in review games. Finally, there are also practice quizzes available with fill in the blank questions.

The Hand, Wrist, and Elbow.

The learner will be introduced the anatomy, mechanisms of injury, evaluation, and treatment protocals for the various injuries that can occur to the hand, wrist, and elbow. The specific types af acute and chronic injuries will be discussed in detail, along with the differential pathologies that will be recognized for each type of trauma.

Nutrition

The learner will be introduced to a broad aspect of nutrition including the six classes of nutrients and there primary functions within the human body. Also, the specific types of carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals will be discussed in detail. Finally, the importance of water and fiber will be addressed as part of a well balanced diet. The use of the MyPyramid "Food Pyramid" which has been changed to the "Choose My Plate"will also be examined in an effort to understand the major food groups and the types of foods that are needed by the body to stay healthy and strong.

Chapter 23-Communicable Diseases

The student will be introduced to the most common types of infectious diseases such as Viruses, Bacterium, Protists, and fungi. These catigories and the specific diseases that incorporate them will be discussed in detail.. Also, the transmission, signs/symptoms, treatment, and prevention stratigies will be articulated.

Chapter 25-Non-Infectious Diseases

The learner will be introduced to the many types of non-infectious diseases that are common amoung humans. The names, origins, catagories, signs and symptoms, and treatment protocals will be discussed in detail. Also, each student will be researching a specific non-infectious disease, developing a informational power point, and presenting their findings to rest of their peers.

The Lower Leg and Knee

The learner will be introduced to the anatomical make up of the lower leg and knee. The types of chronic and acute injuries will be discussed in detail, as well as the many types of mechanisms that may predispose an athlete to injury. Finally, the evaluation process and the treatment protocals that are used to treat these injuries will be articulated.

Chapter 19- Medicines and Drugs

The learner will be introduced to the different types of drugs and what they are specifically used for. The learner will be able to describe the broad categories that drugs are classified in, as well as the routes of administration. Finally, the learner will be able to understand the different effects that medicines have on the body and any adverse reactions that can occur if not taken as directed.

Chapter 21-Alcohol

The learner will be introduced to the effects that alcohol consumption can have on the human body. Also, the stages of alcoholism, addiction, and recovery will be explored. Finally, the types of resources and programs that are available to assist with abstaining from alcohol use will be discussed.

Chapter 20-Tobacco

The learner will be intoduced to the dangers of tobacco use. The learner will also be able to recognize the consequences of using addictive substances. Finally, the learner will be able to describe the different types of tobacco, as well as the different types of smoke.

The Foot and Ankle

The learner will be introduced to the anatomical make up of the foot and ankle. Also, the many types of acute and chronic injuries that can occur will discussed in detail. Finally, the mechanisms of injury, the evaluation process, and the treatment protocals for these injuries will be explained.

Personal Communications/Electronic Devices

Please refer to page 27 of the Student Handbook to understand the policy concerning CELL PHONES. These devices are not required or approved for use at any time during Health/Sports Medicine instruction unless approved by the classroom instructor. Once instruction has begun all cell phone use is prohibited unless approved by the classroom instructor. 

Cell Phone Infraction policy:

1st Infraction: Warning by Classroom Instructor
2nd Infraction: E-Mail to parent ( Warning)
3rd Infraction: Discipline Referral 

Health Chapter 2- Taking Charge Of Your Life

The learner will be introduced to the decision making model as well as the process of goal setting. The learner will be able to describe specific health skills, communication skills, refusal skills, and conflict resolution skills, that one needs to make positive choices in their lives. Finally, the learner will be able to understand the importance of becoming a health-literate consumer.

Medical Terminology

The learner will be introduced to the use of medical terminology to evaluate and describe the many different types of sports related injuries. This will include anatomical stuctures, signs/symptoms, ranges of motion, injury types, and locations of structures within the human body.