HIT 180: ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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Keywords

anatomical structures and physiology of the human body

Project

Authors

Ryan, Tresa

Date Submitted

2016-01-10

Material Type

Student Support Materials

Secondary Material Type

Instructor and/or Advisor/Case Manager Support Materials

Institution

Missouri State University - West Plains

Industry Partner

AHIIMA

License

CC BY

Funding Source

Additional Public Access

Abstract

HIT 180 provides the health information technology student an overview to the anatomical structures and physiology of the human body. Each body system is discussed in terms of the major anatomical structures and function including how each system participates in homeostasis of the body. In addition, the course discusses selected major pathologies, including disease definitions and causes; signs and symptoms; diagnostic procedures; and possible treatments. Finally, the course discusses common issues and changes that occur in each body system through the life span. All criteria is based on the core competencies as defined by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Industry (NAISC)

Health Care and Social Assistance (62)

Occupation (SOC)

Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations -- Medical Records and Health Information Technicians (29-2071)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Health-related Knowledge and Skills (34)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Associate Degree

Educational Level

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization