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  • HS 456: Senior Thesis

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    An opportunity to pursue challenging independent scholarship that demonstrates depth and breadth of knowledge. The student may be asked to present her or his thesis to the history faculty and other students
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  • HSC 101: Introduction to Health Sciences

    1.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course will examine the details regarding the focus and scope of practice for various health care professions. Practitioner roles as part of an inter-professional health care team will be explored. The U.S. health care system will be briefly discussed including policies, areas of reform, and reimbursement. Health care professions will be presented through discussion and lecture. Students' knowledge will be further augmented via case studies, classroom assignments and presentations. This course will enhance the ability of students to make decisions regarding future areas of professional study and increase their understanding of health care as a whole
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  • HSC 102: Emergency Care & Personal Safety

    2.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course will provide students with essential life-saving skills necessary to act as first responders in emergency situations. First responders evaluate and treat patients, acting as transitional care givers until more advanced medical help arrives. In addition, this course will address psychological and ethical issues related to emergency medical care. Successful completion of this course could lead to CPR/AED and First Aid certification
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  • HSC 103: Standard Safety Precautions Hlthcr Prof

    1.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course presents an overview of universal/standard precautions recommended by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), reviews the Office of Safety and Health Administration's blood borne pathogen regulations, and covers prevention of transmission of various infectious diseases. Responding to emergency situations (fire, medical codes, chemical exposures, etc.) will be covered
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  • HSC 200: Global Health

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    The course introduces critical global health concepts, including the delivery of healthcare and health ethics. It compares global data to data from the US to understand the social determinants of health and healthcare. The course covers several topics, including global health priorities, socioeconomic and environmental determinants of health, the relationship between health and human rights, and global health ethics
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  • HSC 201: Cultural Competencies in Healthcare

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    The course examines the influence of cultural beliefs, values, and practices on health and illness and healthcare provision. It uses recent models and scenarios to enhance the ability to understand, evaluate, and provide culturally sensitive and competent human services to a diverse population. The course elaborates on the conceptual framework by exploring the relevant concepts, such as cultural competence, diversity, and health equity; studies health disparities and social determinations of health and the impact of religions and spirituality on cultural diversity; and focuses on specific populations, including the elderly, sexual minorities, and people with disabilities. 3 credits
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  • HSC 220: Physics of the Human Body

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course provides an introduction to human anatomy and body systems. The law of physics are used to explain several bodily functions including the mechanics of muscles and body movements, fluid mechanics of blood and air flow, hearing and acoustic properties of the ears, vision optics, heat and energy, acoustics and electrical signaling. The effects of various environmental phenomena on the body are explored
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  • HSC 221: Clinical Kinesiology

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course is designed to prepare the Health Science student to understand the relationship of the musculoskeletal system and how it correlates to the development and mechanics of body movements. Other course components include analysis of movement, anatomical planes, and physiological and psychological principles affecting human movement and sports function. This course will also focus on correct postural alignment to initiate and sustain an effective training response to reduce the risk of injury. Additionally, the student will complete multiple case studies related to data collection and treatment of the patient. Three hours of lecture per week
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  • HSC 222: Epidemiology

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course is an introduction to epidemiology for students majoring in the health sciences. This course introduces the principles, concepts, and methods of epidemiologic investigation of health-related events and processes. The biological, behavioral, sociocultural, and environmental factors associated with the etiology and distribution of health and disease will be discussed. Three hours of lecture per week. 3 credits. Pre-requisites for this course are B1O-203, B1O-205 and B1O-206
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  • HSC 223: Pathology for Rehabilitation

    3.00 Credits
    Carlow University

    This course is designed to prepare the Health Science student to work with patients presenting with diagnoses commonly seen in the rehabilitation setting. Topics will include an understanding of pathology and medical intervention for a variety of body systems as well as the tests and measures and proper interventions utilized by Health Science professionals. Additionally, the student will complete multiple case studies related to data collection and treatment of the complex patient
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