Page 231 - The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Science, 2008 (revised)

B2.4 interpret information generated by a variety of imaging technologies (e.g., X-rays, ultrasound), and communicate their findings [AI, C]
B. Understanding Basic Concepts
By the end of this course, students will:
B3.1 explain the four primary vital signs in humans (i.e., body temperature, heart rate, blood pressure, respiration rate)
B3.2 describe the normal range for various physio- logical and biochemical indicators (e.g., heart rate, lung capacity, blood pressure, blood sugar)
B3.3 explain the function and use of a variety of medical devices and technologies for diagnostic and treatment purposes (e.g., sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, ultrasound, X-ray, computerized axial tomography [CAT] scan, pacemaker, chemotherapy)
B3.4 describe the function and use of technologies, devices, and techniques for biomedical repair (e.g., prosthetics, artificial organs, plastic surgery)
B3.5 describe a recent technological development or advance in diagnosis or treatment in the health care field (e.g., artificial skin for burn victims, artificial and transgenic organ transplants, smart drugs, nanotechnologies, biophotonics)
MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES
22
Science
SNC4M