Sciences for Healthcare

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
F/650/2484
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
48 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of evidence

Aim

The unit aims to give learners an introduction as to how concepts and techniques in biology, chemistry, and physics are applied to promote health and treat diseases.

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Understand how cells and microorganisms affect health.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.3

    Identify the characteristics of bacteria, viruses and fungi. 

2 — Know the differences between acids and alkalis and their applications to health. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Explain the terms acid, alkaline and base. 

  • 2.2

    Test and record and the acidity and alkalinity of a range of household substances. 

  • 2.3

    Give examples of how acids and bases are used in health care. 

3 — Understand he characteristics of waves, and how they can be used in medical and health care. 

Assessment Criteria

4 — Know the different types of ionising radiation and how they can be used in medicine and healthcare. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.3

    Give an example of how ionising radiation can be used in a medical or healthcare setting. 

5 — Be able to safely take basic physiological measurements to assess health. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Select and prepare the equipment to be used to take a range of physiological measurements. 

  • 5.2

    Carry out and record measurements of pulse rate, respiratory rate, body temperature, BMI calculations and peak flow on different people. 

  • 5.3

    Clean and maintain equipment used to take physiological measurements.