Happy Holidays to All !!!

I wish you all a very happy and relaxing time with family and friends. You deserve a nice rest. Thanks to those of you volunteering some time during the holiday break. That is so nice of you and you get those extra hours in. Over 200 Club, here we come! Remember to use a separate time sheet for each week.

Jeannie from Good News Bears will be here in early January, so please bring in any stuffed animals and teddy bears you can donate. Thank you very much.

Take care and I'll see you next year!

Mrs. Erceg

p.s. Next blog entry will be on Monday, January 3rd, 2011.

Happy Holidays!

Have a great holiday....and the last two days at site for 2010!

Thanks to Ben and Cristina as well as Elissa and Shannon - you worked so hard today! Great classroom management and getting gifts prepared!

Thanks to all of you for delivering these to you sites as a "thank you" for supporting ROP.

More thanks.....Kyle, Kalo and Eva - I really appreciate the lovely gifts. How thoughtful!

Take care!

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Holidays!

Hi Everyone,

I hope you've had a wonderful week and I wish you all a very relaxing holiday break. We only have a few more days to go. We will work on a little gift for you to take to your site tomorrow.

Please bring in your time sheet tomorrow for the week of 12/6 and I will check your journals too. Be sure to have your classroom binder and CC binder as well.

IF YOU ARE ABSENT TOMORROW: You MUST call in your hours to the classroom phone. If you are leaving a message, state your name, the dates and number of hours per day as well as the the total!

Are you going to volunteer at your site during the holiday? If so, please inform me and fill out a separate time sheet for each week.

DUBLIN/AMADOR/FOOTHILL STUDENTS: You have a minimum day on Friday 12/17. It does not affect your internship hours too much, so please go to your community classroom site. Last period is out at or around 12:40. Call your supervisor if you will be arriving a little late.

HOMEWORK: For those who have not brought in the CMA Exam Study Guide, please bring it in tomorrow so I can check you off for that. You should have it already, but if not, go to
http://www.ccbma.org/, go to "exam" and print out the study guide.

MORE HOMEWORK: Check the blog every night - it's the best communication tool for keeping you informed. Don't come in and say "I didn't check the blog" PLEASE!

Take care and I'll see you tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Attention Kaiser Intern Students!

ONLY KAISER INTERN STUDENTS.....from Livermore and Pleasanton
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KAISER VOLUNTEERS!!! ALL STUDENTS GO TO LIVERMORE KAISER TOMORROW 12/14

Tuesday, Dec 14, all ROP (both Livermore and Pleasanton) students will be in the IT Training Room in Livermore for the Online Tool class. They will stay in their same shifts - 9:45 - 11:45 for the a.m. students and 2 - 4 for the p.m. students. This class will be taught by our Health Education Assistant in Livermore - Linda Valenty.

Tuesday, Dec. 14th MEDICAL EXPLORER MEETING. Valley Care Pleasanton conference rooms, right near the cafeteria. 6-7:00. Portfolio certificates will be provided to all that attend.

Check the blog tomorrow!

Mrs. Erceg

Almost to the end of your second week!

Thanks everyone for doing a GREAT job out there. Every time I visit, I hear more and more good things about the wonderful work you are doing out in the community. I am anxious to hear more about your experiences.

Don't forget to get your time sheets signed and fill in your journal please.

By the way, thank you Nicole F. and Amanda E. for being classroom managers yesterday.

Have a great weekend...next blog entry on Monday, 12/13.

Take care and keep an eye on the blog....especially on Mondays and Tuesdays!!!

Mrs. Erceg

Great First Week - Thank You

Hi Everyone,

Jeannie from Good News Bears picked up a big load of teddy bears and stuffed animals today...thanks so much for your donations!!! Kacey B. brought in a lot today...some she bought!Keep donating whenever you can.

Great job today on ESLR applications regarding "critical thinking". Well done !!!!

Tuesday, Dec. 14th MEDICAL EXPLORER MEETING. Valley Care Pleasanton conference rooms, right near the cafeteria. 6-7:00. Portfolio certificates will be provided to all that attend.

KAISER VOLUNTEERS!!! ALL STUDENTS GO TO LIVERMORE KAISER on 12/14

Next Tuesday, Dec 14, all ROP (both Livermore and Pleasanton) students will be in the IT Training Room in Livermore for the Online Tool class. They will stay in their same shifts - 9:45 - 11:45 for the a.m. students and 2 - 4 for the p.m. students. This class will be taught by our Health Education Assistant in Livermore - Linda Valenty.

The Kaiser sign-in computer is okay now....please sign in upon arrival at site.

Check your calendars....training plan and student evaluation - both due on WED. 2/2

Journals and time sheets! Keep them organized and updated daily - thank you.
Didn't come in today???? Did YOU call in your hours or have someone bring your time sheet in???? Hmmmm? If so...good...if not...BAD. Keep tabs on this, thanks.

Have a great evening and I'll see you soon.

Mrs. Erceg

Time for your first Time Sheet and Homework Due

Hi Everyone,

Time sheet signed? Make sure to have that with you and your CC binder on Wednesday.Check your 11/30 to 12/5 time sheets. Please record your time on the 1/4 hour. For example, if you worked 2 hours, 25 minutes, round up to 2:30. If you worked 2 hours, 10 minutes, round up to 2:15. You may have a five minute "round up" if you are very close to the 1/4 hour, if not, list the time closer to the previous 1/4 hour. Example: 2 hours, 2 minutes = 2 hours. If you are going to be absent tomorrow, PLEASE CALL IN YOUR HOURS TO THE CLASSROOM number or have someone bring your time sheet to class for you.

Please check the blog entry regarding Tri-Valley Haven's volunteer opportunities (12/6).

HOMEWORK FOR TOMORROW: Please download and print the CMA Exam Study Guide from the website: www.ccbma.org. Click on "exam" and print out the study guide. You may already have this in your binder from earlier in the year, please check. This document serves as the study guide for your final exam for Medical Occupations as well as the CMA exam itself. I am encouraging all of my students to take the exam, as this would serve you well as you seek employment or applying to medical programs. It looks great on the resume' too! You will receive 25 points toward your grade when you show me this document along with your journal entries for 12/2 to 12/7.

See you tomorrow!

Mrs. Erceg

Hi Folks,

I hope you had a very nice first week at your internship sites. I was able to visit so many of you and really enjoyed seeing you in a professional environment.

Time sheet signed? Make sure to have that with you and your CC binder on Wednesday.

Check your 11/30 to 12/5 time sheets. Please record your time on the 1/4 hour. For example, if you worked 2 hours, 25 minutes, round up to 2:30. If you worked 2 hours, 10 minutes, round up to 2:15. You may have a five minute "round up" if you are very close to the 1/4 hour, if not, list the time closer to the previous 1/4 hour. Example: 2 hours, 2 minutes = 2 hours.

From Christine at Tri-Valley Haven: (Here's your chance to volunteer- I will allow you to turn in a time sheet with the hours volunteered at TVH)

Thank you so much for you generosity. We will be able to buy a lot of presents for the program with $300. You class is AMAZING!

I looked up what volunteer shifts are needed. The shifts are listed below. Please have any student (16 years and older) who would like to sign up for one of these shifts contact Geneal at: geneal@trivalleyhaven.org or (925) 667-2711. Thank you.

Monday, December 6th (sorting) 9 am – noon or 1 – 4 pm
Tuesday, December 7th (sorting) 9 am – noon or 1 – 4 pm
Wednesday, December 8th (sorting) 1 – 4 pm
Friday, December 10th (sorting) 1- 4 pm
Saturday, December 11th (Holiday Distribution) 8 – 9 am (set up); SPANISH SPEAKERS needed on 12/11 for 9a – noon shift, 12-3p shift, and 3 – 5 p shift

Thanks again – Happy Holidays!

Christine, Tri-Valley HavenOffice: (925) 449-5845

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

Congratulations !

Congratulations on completing your first week of Community Classroom/Internship !

Thank you all for doing a great job representing Medical Occupations. Be sure to have your time sheet signed and ready to turn in on Wednesday 12/8. If for any reason you are unable to come on Wednesday, please CALL in your hours to the CLASSROOM telephone number, not my cell. Thank you!!!

Check into the volunteer opportunities on the previous blog entries/Tri-Valley Haven.

Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Erceg

Day Three

Hey Everyone,

Thanks for doing an outstanding job out there! Please remember to get your time sheets signed tomorrow and keep up on your journal - use a lot of detail.

Check the last few entries regarding the volunteer hours available at Tri-Valley Haven, okay?

Take care!

Mrs. Erceg

From Tri-Valley HavenPlease read previous post too!

Thank you so much for you generosity. We will be able to buy a lot of presents for the program with $300. You class is AMAZING! Please let them know that.

I looked up what volunteer shifts are needed. The shifts are listed below. Please have any student (16 years and older) who would like to sign up for one of these shifts contact Geneal at: geneal@trivalleyhaven.org or (925) 667-2711. Thank you.

Monday, December 6th (sorting) 9 am – noon or 1 – 4 pm
Tuesday, December 7th (sorting) 9 am – noon or 1 – 4 pm
Wednesday, December 8th (sorting) 1 – 4 pm
Friday, December 10th (sorting) 1- 4 pm
Saturday, December 11th (Holiday Distribution) 8 – 9 am (set up); SPANISH SPEAKERS needed on 12/11 for 9a – noon shift, 12-3p shift, and 3 – 5 p shift

Thanks again – Happy Holidays!

Christine Dillman Rape Crisis Center Coordinator, Tri-Valley HavenOffice: (925) 449-5845 X2707Email: Christine@trivalleyhaven.org
Help us prevent sexual & domestic violence: Donate $10 to Tri-Valley Haven: Text TVH to 20222. Thank you!

Hello Medical Professionals!

It was great seeing you again after the holiday and the start of internship.

Thank you Cat and Alex for being classroom managers today!

Remember to have your time sheets signed and ready to turn in on Wed. 12/8.

Thank you Rachel, Marysol and Kalo for attending the Medical Explorers Meeting

We gave $300.00 to Tri-Valley Haven today!!! Christine was so happy that we are able to help the community and those that are in need.

Info on Tri-Valley Haven: HOLIDAY PROGRAM Volunteering: Geneal- 667-2711

SORTING: 12/6, 12/7 and 12/8
PROGRAM: 12/9, 12/10, 12/11

Tri-Valley Haven Rape Crisis Line - This can be an anonymous call
1-800-884-8119

Have a great evening! Keep an eye on the blog!

Mrs. Erceg

Thank you for a job well done and being so committed to the program.

Welcome Back Everyone!

Hello Medical Professionals ~



I hope you had a wonderful holiday and your first few days of CC have gone well. There's a lot going on and the first few weeks are a "settling in" period, so be patient during the transition.

If you have any questions, please bring them in writing tomorrow and we'll go over them in class. Many of you will have the same type of inquiry or comments, so let's address these together.

REMINDER: TONIGHT, TUESDAY 11/30 MEDICAL EXPLORER MEETING !!!!!

6:00 p.m. at Valley Care PLEASANTON in the CAFETERIA. 5575 West Las Positas, to the right of the main hospital. Scott Evans: 510-577-9254, scotte@sfbac.org

Make sure you have your journals completed for the journal check tomorrow. This is an ongoing, GRADED assignment, checked each Wednesday while you are at Homeroom. Please list what you observed or performed in detail! Use correct spelling and grammar. This journal will prove to be very helpful during the portfolio process.

I am anxious to hear about your experiences in the field. I was able to visit several of you, and will see all of you soon.

There is honor in all work. You are making a difference in this world and making it a better place. Thank you for going out there and supporting the medical community.

Take care and see you tomorrow....GHS 2nd period!

Mrs. Erceg

GOOD LUCK INTERNS !

You won't need luck.....you have the skills to pay the bills....once you're hired at your site in June!

Congratulations Tiggers ~ you are starting a new adventure soon and I am very excited for you!

KAISER: Orientation: AM Students - only go in the AM - PM Students - only go in the PM
PLEASE call me if you are not sure about where you are supposed to be on 11/29 and 11/30.

AXIS: Orientation 11/29 - Go to back portable (conference room). Call me if you need me!

Take your COMMUNITY CLASSROOM BINDER with you each day to site AND bring to class every Wednesday. You will not have to bring me a time sheet until 12/8/10, that is the one for the week of 11/29 - 12/5.

Scott Evans from Boy Scouts is part of the local medical explorers club that teams up with Valleycare. They meet the third or fourth Tuesday night of each month from 6-7. The program is run by the students and they have a chance to talk with a folks from different medical careers and/or departments of the hospital. Each month they switch speakers and deptartments.

Scott Evans: 510-577-9254, scotte@sfbac.org

NEXT MEETING: NOVEMBER 30th 6:00 - 7:00 Please RSVP to Scott Evans to ensure available seating. Please send him an email. ValleyCare Medical Center
Room 2 next to cafeteria.

Have a great holiday week and have a great time on your first day of Community Classroom! Go represent Medical Occupations well....I know you will!

Mrs. Erceg (510) 305-5111

Good Luck Livermore High Students!

Well, last day with Livermore High today.........except.....I need some forms signed for Valley Care from: Amanda, Elissa, Sheevena, Annette, Nicole and Giulianna. Thanks Amanda and Nicole for helping get this done. Please meet in Ms. Adelman's office tomorrow at 10:15 a.m. to sign the confidentiality agreements. Please call me in the classroom when that is done.

I am asking all students to consider being a "Classroom Ambassador" to present at various meetings with the district, etc. All you have to do is show up and talk about Medical Occupations and your experiences so far.

See the rest of you tomorrow for the CC Binder Review and Vital Signs Competencies.

Take care and see you later. This time of year is special...time for a new adventure!!!

Mrs. Erceg

Hello There!

Hello Everyone,

Thank you Krista and Haley for helping today as classroom managers!

DUE TOMORROW: Your vital signs notes for grading.

LIVERMORE HIGH: I will see you tomorrow from 1:05 to 3:05. I will check your CC Binders and review/assess vital signs with each of you. Please tell your parents that you will be finished with your finals at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, 11/19.

GHS: Have you returned your textbooks to the library?

NURSING MEETING (CSU East Bay): Attendees - please see me for a portfolio certificate.

URGENT***The following students need to see me tomorrow to verify immunization information: Kamal, Mariah, Krishna, Alisha, Shannon, Taylor Q.

Thanks so much and I'll see you tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Can you say.... SPHYNGMOMANOMETER?

Well, you can learn to say it and use it well as you take a blood pressure. Keep practicing this one.

Thank you Korrina and Giulianna for being classroom mangers today.

I also want to thank Arcadia and Vivianne for being SO generous with their time in helping me in the classroom. Intern prep is a lot of work and I don't know what I would do without students helping me. I'd probably have a big headache...or is that "cephalgia"?

Pre-Nursing Meeting in Concord tomorrow night....I think Lexi B. is going! Here's the info:

Cal-State East Bay - Concord Campus
4700 Ygnacio Valley Road, Concord (925) 602-6700
TO REGISTER: www.concord.csueastbay.edu/prenursinginfo
You will get a certificate for your portfolio.

Explorer Post Meeting at Valley Care Hospital on Tuesday, November 30th 6pm-7pm
Learn more about medical careers and get a certificate for your portfolio.

Christmas Tree Lane! They need volunteers - This is a fundraiser for ValleyCare Health System.For more information call ValleyCare Charitable Foundation at
(925) 373-4560

GHS- TEXTBOOKS - return them early and avoid the rush on Friday.

Have a great night.

Mrs. Erceg

There's Homework To Turn In !!!

Hi Folks,

Great job on orientations today and starting the draft of your training plans. Tomorrow we will continue with orientation materials, vital signs and some front office administration training.

PRINT OUT CALENDARS!!! FOR DEC 2010 and JAN 2011 BRING IN TOMORROW!
go to: http://www.printfree.com/Calendars.htm

See vital sign HOMEWORK from the blog on the Wednesday, Nov. 10th blog. All students must be prepared tomorrow with this info, printed out. TPR, temp/pulse/respiration,
Blood Pressure, height, weight and vision screening with the Snellen chart.

GHS: We have the go-ahead to sell the first aid kits on campus. For the PM class, please consider purchasing one at $3.00 or two for $5.00. Let's be ready for the Tri-Valley Haven donation on Dec. 1.

LPC MEETING on 11/10: Did you go? Kamal, Marysol, Armaity, Krishna, Nameeta and Lexi M. Please bring the notes and/or materials from the Surgical Technology Advisory Meeting.

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

Ready for Vital Signs?

Please read up on vital signs and more this weekend! T, P, R, BP, HT, WT, Vision Testing with the Snellen Chart. Print out something short on each area. Here's an example regarding BP:

Taking the BP
To take a blood pressure, the person should be sitting comfortably and relaxed. Sleeves are pushed up or the shirt removed to reveal a naked arm as clothing can interfere with the pressure of the inflated cuff. The cuff of the sphygmomanometer is placed on the upper arm. It is centered over the brachial artery which is located in the crook of the elbow. The gauge should be placed so it can be easily read. There is usually a place on the cuff to clip it on. Once the cuff is secured, raise the arm to heart level, place your arm underneath it to support it and ask the person to relax their arm. Palpate (feel for) the brachial pulse and place the diaphragm of the stethoscope over this spot. Place the ear pieces on the stethoscope into your ears. Listen to the brachial pulse. Close the valve on the bladder of the cuff and begin to squeeze the bulb. Continue squeezing until the needle on the gauge reads at least 180 or until it is 10mmHg above where you last heard the pulse as you inflated the cuff. Some people cannot hear this and so it is usually pumped up to 180-200mmHg on the gauge. Open the valve slowly and allow the cuff to deflate by 5mmHg/second while you listen to the artery. When you first hear the Karotkoff sound this is the systolic pressure. Continue deflating the cuff until you no longer hear the Karotkoff sound. This is the diastolic pressure. At this point you can open the valve completely to allow the cuff to deflate rapidly. If you did not hear clearly, wait at least one minute before repeating the procedure.Read more at Suite101: Vital Signs: Blood Pressure: How to take a blood pressure http://www.suite101.com/content/vital-signs--blood-pressure-a9840#ixzz14voR3F9z

Thank you JOEY and EMMAD for being classroom mangers today!

Go see your supervisors at your site if I gave you a contract....okay? Please make an appointment first and wear your uniform, badge and lanyard.

Take care and have a great weekend!!!

Mrs. Erceg

Paper Due Tomorrow!

Turn in your site paper tomorrow!

Thank you Rachel and Param for helping in class today as class managers!

Thursday 11/11 and Friday 11/12 are GREAT days to go check out your site and have a quick interview if you are not with Axis or Kaiser.

Calendar sync tomorrow too....

Have a great night!

Mrs. Erceg

Lift with your legs....not your back!

Hi Everyone,

Save those backs and employ the lifting techniques you learned in class today. All in attendance for today's presentation will receive a certificate from Keenan and Associates.

Thank you Mariah and Neema for your help today as classroom managers. Also for Neema, Nandor, Patrisha, Nicole, Joey and Weston....thanks for contributing your time and effort as volunteers in the demonstrations today. The safety of our patients...and your backs...is the priority.

KAISER PACKETS DUE TOMORROW....PLEASE, PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING THEM IN!!!

We have a lot to cover in a few short days. Please be on time and ready to work.

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

You Really Did Shine !!!!!

You all looked GREAT today in your uniforms!!! Picture day is definitely one of my favorite days of the school year. Thank you for preparing for the class picture and having your uniform ready to go.

Thank you Renee and Lauren for being wonderful classroom managers today.

One more reminder..........PLEASE make sure you have your SS# memorized. I will ask you for that next week as we fill out internship applications for the sites.

Next week we'll talk about medical insurance.....What is the difference between MEDICARE and MEDI-CAL? Would you look on www.cms.gov or look them up and define? This is assigned so you are ready for our discussion about practice management. Please be sure to know what type of medical insurance you have....dental insurance? Car insurance?

Take care and have a nice weekend.......don't forget to set your clocks "BACK"! Get that lovely extra hour of sleep.

Mrs. Erceg

TIME TO SHINE !!!!

Please wear your uniform tomorrow - or bring it with you and change in the restroom very quickly!

Make sure you take really good care of your uniform. Be ready, head to toe tomorrow. I know you all will look fantastic!

Thank you Nicole S. and Ashley - great job today! I love classroom managers...but you know that already.

Reminders !!!

Have you memorized your Social Security number? Another idea is to encode it to look like a phone number in your cell phone. The SS# has 9 digits, so come up with a 10 digit code (area code and phone number) that is your SS# backward, or one digit off the real thing. Come up with something (like a secret code in your note section of your phone) that would never be deciphered by anyone. Get help from a parent with this. Do not carry your SS card with you.

Hey....CHECK THIS OUT: http://flashcards.dictionary.com/learn/viewtopic/Anatomy

IF YOU DO......and bring me evidence of your analysis - you get 20 points of EC !!!!

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

Hey Interns!

Thank you Weston and Taylor G......and Cortney and Vivianne. You were all a big help to me today!

Reminders:

Turn in homework if you have not done so!

Give your parent(s) the letter I gave you today and SHOW THEM the assignment!

Hannah, Ashley, Lauren and Lexi M. - Please get notes from parents for 11/10 at Valley Care on "Accupressure".

UNIFORMS - Be ready for Friday.

See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Hi All,

I am anxious to look over your site info and job descriptions. Turn in homework tomorrow if you did not get it to me today. No missing assignments please!!!!

You are going to be asked if you have your SS# memorized soon. Please do so and have a copy of your insurance card ready as we will soon begin talking about medical insurance.

I NEED STUDENTS to attend the upcoming (certificate-worthy) Surgical Technology Advisory meeting scheduled:

Wednesday, November 10th WE MUST RSVP BY THURSDAY 11/4.
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
LPC Campus - Building 2200 (Room 2202) PARKING PERMIT PROVIDED

This meeting is attended by administrators, teachers in health science and students. I need some folks to go and get the information on the Surgical Technology Program and how we can help students with this career.

We'll continue the fun in Medical Occupations tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Did you wash your hands?

Keep practicing proper technique for handwashing. Remember, I really want you to be a "BREAK" in the chain of infection!

Thank you Monica and Vivianne for your help today as classroom managers!

Regarding the Health Fair.....Please confirm your attendance or volunteer time there on Saturday, as well as anyone who donated blood recently. Certificates will be prepared.

HOMEWORK DUE TOMORROW: Regarding your site/specialty area......Find information on your specialty area in preparation for next week.Research

Print out:Website Homepage - Map, directions, departments, etc. AND a Job Description for a Medical Assisant/Aide/Technician in your specialty area. 15 points

What is HIPAA? Print out a SHORT paragraph or (one page) with the definition. This is worth 10 points.

Make sure you have your SS# memorized and a copy of the front and back of your insurance card.

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Now that you have your site/specialty area......

Find information on your specialty area in preparation for next week.

Research/Print out:

Website Homepage - Map, directions, departments, etc.

Job Description for a Medical Assisant/Aide/Technician in your specialty area.

Bring these to class on Monday.

Be safe and have a great weekend!

Mrs. Erceg

Trick or Treat?

Hi Ghosts and Ghouls...

Tomorrow is our potluck and please.....wear a costume! Even if you bring it along and put it on when you get here. Bring goodies to share.

Thank you Marisol and Leyla for being classroom managers today!

Tomorrow we'll talk about resume's and interviews. Please look at the previous blog entries about printing out a sample resume from the internet if you do not have one.

Did you memorize your SS#? Do you have your insurance card (copy) with you?

Talk to your family about ADVANCE DIRECTIVES and the DO NOT RESUSCITATE order. Tell them what you learned today after discussing the Terri Schiavo case.

Take care and I'll see you tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Stuff for tomorrow!

Dear Students,

First of all, I must thank my classroom managers, Alicia R. and Kacey. Thank you very much for helping today.

Don't forget......Please ask your parents for your MEDICAL INSURANCE CARD - A COPY OF IT (FRONT AND BACK). Put this in your wallet or purse/backpack. You'll need this for class and you should carry a copy with you. MEMORIZE your SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER! You will need this for applications to intern in medical facilities. This is confidential information, no worries about anyone seeing this that is not an employee of the hospital or facility.Do you have a RESUME'? Please bring it to class if you have one. We're creating forms for your interviews at site and for future employment. IF YOU DON'T have a resume', please print out a sample from www.about.com. Go to the section regarding student resume or entry-level resume.

POTLUCK FRIDAY - Please bring goodies to share.

HOMEWORK: RESEARCH on the internet, the case of TERRI SCHIAVO. Print out a little bit of her story. What happened? What is your opinion of this case?

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

Billing and Coding Basics and Administrative Functions

Hi Folks,

I know it's not all that interesting....(maybe it is for some!) - but I need you to understand the inner workings of the administrative side of medicine. The front office is where the business of medicine is and is a critical part of preparing for internship. Thank you for your attention.

Thank you Arcadia and Karissa for being classroom managers today.

FREE DINNER TONIGHT at the Medical Explorers meeting - 6:00 p.m. at Valley Care Pleasanton - 5575 West Las Positas Blvd. GO TO CAFETERIA and head toward the conference rooms. The meeting is in the conference rooms next door to the cafeteria. Come explore the possibilities in connecting with local medical specialists and learning more about career choices. They meet on the last Tuesday of each month.

REMINDERS FOR TOMORROW:

Don't forget......Please ask your parents for your MEDICAL INSURANCE CARD - A COPY OF IT (FRONT AND BACK). Put this in your wallet or purse/backpack. You'll need this for class and you should carry a copy with you. MEMORIZE your SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER! You will need this for applications to intern in medical facilities. This is confidential information, no worries about anyone seeing this that is not an employee of the hospital or facility.

Do you have a RESUME'? Please bring it to class if you have one. We're creating forms for your interviews at site and for future employment. IF YOU DON'T have a resume', please print out a sample from www.about.com. Go to the section regarding student resume or entry-level resume.

Take care and have a great night.

Mrs. Erceg

Don't Strain Your Brain

Use it...don't lose it. We'll talk about the brain (nervous system) this week.

Thank you Taylor Q. and Krishna....great job today as classroom managers!

FREE DINNER on Tuesday at the Medical Explorers meeting - 6:00 p.m. at Valley Care Pleasanton. The meeting is in the conference rooms next door to the cafeteria. Come explore the possibilities in connecting with local medical specialists and learning more about career choices. They meet on the last Tuesday of each month.

HOMEWORK: Please ask your parents for your MEDICAL INSURANCE CARD - A COPY OF IT (FRONT AND BACK). Put this in your wallet or purse/backpack. You'll need this for class and you should carry a copy with you. MEMORIZE your SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER! You will need this for applications to intern in medical facilities. This is confidential information, no worries about anyone seeing this that is not an employee of the hospital or facility. Do you have a RESUME'? Please bring it to class if you have one. We're creating forms for your interviews at site and for future employment.

See you tomorrow!

Mrs. Erceg

Poor Mr. Cheese

Well, I have to thank our surgeons, Drs. Mach, Fouts, Singh and Krause. I appreciate our pathology team too, Dr. Smith, Dr. Correa and Dr. Wong. Great job everyone! You performed the biopsy, got it to the pathology lab, presented a definitive diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma and will proceed with a procedure to excise the lesion. Thank you Imran for being a nice, compliant patient.

Amanda P. and Kinsey....thanks for being classroom managers today!

AMAZING! Thanks go out to Hannah, Kacey, Param, Taylor G., Lexi B., Haley, Imran and Rajdeep. I am so proud of you all for attending the film/speaker regarding the young man from Uganda. I am sure that was a life-changing experience for you all. Thanks Param and Kacey for loaning me the DVD you purchased. You all looked great in your t-shirts and you will all receive certificates for your portfolios.


FREE DINNER on Tuesday at the Medical Explorers meeting - 6:00 p.m. at Valley Care Pleasanton. The meeting is in the conference rooms next door to the cafeteria. Come explore the possibilities in connecting with local medical specialists and learning more about career choices. They meet on the last Tuesday of each month.

Next week...nervous system (brain and spinal cord) PLUS.....introduction to medical coding.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Mrs. Erceg

A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On!!!

Today was the "Great California Shake Out" drill. For many of you, the "earthquake" was at 10:21 a.m. At GHS today, in my PM class it started at 1:25. Everyone did a wonderful job. Thank you Dr. Param for meeting the needs of our "injured" students. Neema, Catherine and Ruby led the way to our designated meeting spot out on the football field- 34th yardline on the scoreboard side. We will be doing a write up for our internship binders so you'll know what to do at site if there is an emergency evacuation. Great job PM class!

Thank you Armaity, Emilia and Nandor for being classroom managers today. I really appreciated your help.

HAVE YOUR SCRIPT READY for the role-play!

Don't forget to talk to your family about having a medication schedule of all prescription and non-prescription (OTC) drugs with them at all times. Their lives may depend on it.

See you tomorrow. We'll work on our medical abbreviations and legal terms.

Mrs. Erceg

Nice Job !

The patient education/counseling role-plays have been excellent. I am so proud of the professionalism exhibited. I can see that I have a group of compassionate healthcare professionals. Keep up the good work and I look forward to more.

Thank you Michelle and Julie for being classroom managers today! I thank you for your hard work.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Film: STORIES OF WAR - A film and speaker of the war in Uganda. The speaker was a child soldier and is on tour. Sounds very interesting and intense. Please let me know if you are planning to go. I would like to give you a portfolio certificate.
Thursday, 10/21 (tomorrow night) 7:17 p.m. CrossWinds Church 6444 Sierra Court in Dublin.

LifeStyle Rx Community Health Fair - Sat. 10/30 VOLUNTEERS have come forward - Arcadia, Marysol, Katelyn, Jamie, Emilia, Hannah, Lexi B., "G", Lauren, Haley, Param, Cortney, Kalo and Rajdeep. Show up at 10:30 a.m. and ask for Summer.

GETSET: Girls Exploring Technology Science Engineering Together
There are wonderful opportunities available. See you career center specialist at your school.

HOMEWORK: Complete the abbreviations assignment from today. Use the internet if necessary.

See you tomorrow!

Mrs. Erceg

The ABC's of Melanoma.....A B C D E

Hi Folks -

Check it out......what does the ABCDE represent? Tell your parents about the warning signs of melanoma. You could save a life!
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Thank you Marysol and Hannah for a job well done.....excellent work as classroom managers!
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HEALTH FAIR: Saturday, Oct. 30th at LifeStyle Rx. WANT TO VOLUNTEER? There are 2-hour shifts available starting at 11:00 a.m. Certificate worthy! They need help with flu shots, children's areas, smoothie tasting, etc. There will be a lot of booths to visit too! Please see me tomorrow if you are interested in being a volunteer. They really need your help.
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Suggestion: "Finals Study Hall" for High School and Middle School Students
-study for finals
-finish projects
-escape distractions (925) 373-5504

Livermore Public Library 11/16 and 11/17 3/1 and 3/2 6/6 and 6/7
Civic Center Library
1188 S. Livermore Avenue 4-8:30 p.m.
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HOMEWORK: Read/Review today's packet of 4 handouts on abbreviations.

Have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

The Skin You're In - The Integumentary System

We'll continue looking at what the skin does for us and a little about skin cancer.

Thank you Katelyn and Lexi B. for being classroom managers today!

Pharmacology homework due tomorrow: (not here today? Just follow the directions below using a piece of binder paper).

Using your handout, parents, relatives or the internet, find 2 prescription meds and one OTC (over the counter) med and list them on the medication schedule. Do not list anyone's real name as the patient or doctor. What are the indications and usage of these drugs? What is the milligram dosage for each? How often are they taken? Tomorrow we will work on this and find out information about these medications.

WEBSITE for NURSING INFO SESSION 11/17- PRE- REGISTER AT:

www.concord.csueastbay.edu/prenursinginfo

See you tomorrow!

Mrs. Erceg

Nice Work !

Thanks to all of you that have been helping me during "crunch" time. October is a tough month for me as I take on the mounds of paperwork necessary to ensure a smooth transition into November...and....internship!

IMMUNIZATIONS: DEADLINE for all immunizations, vaccines, TB testing, etc. OCT. 22nd. See me immediately with any questions or concerns!!!

Thank you classroom managers Taylor M. and Patrisha for all of your hard work today.

Do you or someone you know take more than one prescription medication? Please get a list of the complete names of the meds and bring to class next week (Tuesday). We'll talk about this on Monday.

DRESS CODE ALERT - Second warning - : Please do not wear any inappropriate clothing to class that shows the chest area, stomach, hips, etc. No shorts or skirts that are very short! I run a classy program here and I want it to stay that way.

Uniforms, Badges and Lanyards...oh my! They are finally ready to hand out. It will cost you more than just money if these items become "missing". Take good care of these items so you look professional and polished every day.

Have a great weekend!

Mrs. Erceg

What is a Healthy Relationship?

Hello All,

There is a homework assignment due tomorrow. Please make a short, 5 to 10 item list, of the hallmarks of a good personal and/or professional relationship. Example: open, honest communication. You can even do it in handwriting! No need to type it. Just put it on a piece of BINDER PAPER with your name and date on it. Please turn it in when you arrive. Make sure your list is thorough and concise.

Thank you Veronika and Jessica for your help on Tuesday and Wednesday as classroom managers. I have to thank Danielle and Eva as well for being today's managers....THANK YOU!

Some of you have new seats. :/

Please let me know if you would like to sign up to go to the nursing program information meeting or the CMAA meeting. I will give you copies of the flyers.

TEST TOMORROW. Review the terms we covered in class during test preparation.

Have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

I can feel it in my "bones"

Tomorrow, please draw the pictures in the chapter on the skeletal system, pgs. 119-121 in the red textbook and get ready for the test on Friday.

Thank you Veronika and Jessica for being classroom managers today and tomorrow!


Have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

The Best Medicine

Hi Everyone,

The best medicine is a great big hug. Get one at a location near you (like Mom or Dad).

We're talking about prescribed medications this week and associated abbreviations. We have a lot more to cover this week too, so hold on to your hats!

Thank you Kyle and Sheevena for being classroom managers today! Great job.

Test this Friday....study the 70 words! We'll look them over in class too.

Have a great evening!

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Friday!

Thank you Alicia L. and Annette for being great classroom managers!

Have a great weekend and remember to.....b r e a t h e. Talk to your family about the "70 Great Stress Busters". Remember, you need an open mind, a kind heart and a calm demeanor to do well in Medical Occupations!

For those of you going to U.C. Davis this weekend, have a good time and bring back a lot of good information to share. Some of you will be helping out with Good News Bears...that's wonderful.

See you Monday.

Mrs. Erceg

Babies, Babies, Babies

Hi Everyone,

Did you tell your parents that there was a baby born in class today? Well, some graphics of that were shown that help us understand the birth process.

Congratulations to Weston! You are now finished with your "project". Do you feel a bit lighter? Have less responsibility? You did a very good job! I can tell you have patience...a wonderful trait.

Thank you Nameeta, Jessica and Nicole for being classroom managers today. Yipppee...I love CM's.

Lets discuss stress reduction again tomorrow. How do you manage your life so you are not physically, mentally or emotionally stressed out? Talk to your parents and be ready to discuss your ideas. Talk about it as a family. Stress reduction is one of the most important skills you can learn.

Flash Cards....show me your cards tomorrow. Don't stress about it if you are not completely finished! Our goal - 10/7. Didn't meet the goal? See me and we'll work it out.

Role Plays next week! Practice educating your patient/client with the paper you wrote (MTP #3) Do not come to class on Monday without your paper/script. Props are not necessary, but are welcome.

If you have not turned in an assignment...do not leave the classroom until you have given me the reason for not turning it in. I need your honesty, cooperation and plan for completing your work! I need proactive, Tigger behaviors. Don't try to be sly and step out without seeing me. This is not how an intern behaves. Step up and say the three phrases...."I'm sorry... etc.

See you tomorrow!

Mrs. Erceg

Got MTP4?

Hi Everyone,

Be ready to turn in MTP4 tomorrow. No late papers and no papers in handwriting! Attach information about the product, service, etc. to your typewritten assignment.

Thank you Kamal and Shannon for being classroom managers today. Can you all see that without the CM's, I can't put quality time in teaching and taking care of students? Yes, it's true.

Do you have questions about the reproductive system that you would like me to address during lecture? If so, please write out your question and put it in the "Note Apple".

Completion of your 3 x 5 cards are due tomorrow. Don't be stressed about it. You can finish these in class tomorrow!!!!

If you are available and you are college-bound...please check out the Tri-Valley College Fair at Dublin H.S. at 6:30 tomorrow evening. Bring evidence of your visit to the fair and I will give you extra credit AND a certificate. Be sure to get information from at least 10 booths.

Take care and have a good evening.

Mrs. Erceg

Understanding Achondroplasia...

....and other forms of dwarfism. Good film, huh? I think so. It helps us with our perspective of all patients - no matter what their appearance - and that they are there to get our help and not be judged in any way. I could tell that you all "got it". That makes me proud of you.

Thank you Jamie and Elissa - great job today as classroom managers.

Deadline approaching: 10/7 3 x 5 Cards and MTP #4 (typed with attachment)

Also 10/7 - COLLEGE FAIR AT DUBLIN HIGH 6:30 TO 8:30 P.M.

See you tomorrow in Medical Occupations!

Mrs. Erceg

And the winner is.......

__________ _________ is the winner of the Nobel Prize in Medicine! Who is it?

http://www.nobelprize.org/ 2 - 3 paragraphs TYPED answering the following:
1. Who won?
2. What was this person’s accomplishment?
3. How did this discovery affect mankind? Womankind? (In your own words)
20 POINTS DUE TOMORROW, TUESDAY 10/5.

Thank you Madhy and Amanda for being classroom managers today!

Lymphatic and reproductive system coming up. Any questions you'd like addressed in class regarding the reproductive system?? Just write out the note (with or without your name) and put the note in my "apple" note holder near the front door.

UPCOMING DATES - REMINDERS:

GHS: 10/5 SENIOR PARENT NIGHT 10/6 SENIOR PANO PIC
10/12 SENIOR COLLEGE PLANNING NIGHT

ALL STUDENTS: 10/7 COLLEGE FAIR AT DUBLIN
10/7 UC DAVIS VOLUNTEER MEETING

10/9 - 10/10 UC DAVIS PRE-MED CONFERENCE

10/9 S.A.T. 10/16 P.S.A.T. 10/23 CMAA MEETING

Take care!

Mrs. Erceg

Keeping an Open Mind? I Certainly Hope So !

Hi Everyone,

You all did really well during our discussion of open-mindedness and the "circle of control". Let's remember that you have a choice about what you say and do, not what OTHERS say and do!

Hey....Ben! Hey......Dominique! I apologize for not giving you recognition as classroom managers on last night's blog. Thank you both for working hard yesterday and keeping your teacher organized.

Speaking of managers.....thank you Cristina and Alex - you were both so helpful as classroom managers today and you both took good care of our guest speakers.

I hope you learned a lot from our guest speakers from Heald College and Tri-Valley Haven. We'll talk more about fundraising for the holiday program, okay?

Medical Terminology Flash Cards - Must be finished on Thursday 10/7. A to Z.
You will have time in class to work on these, during 2nd period (if you don't have a class), during lunch or after school on Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday!

Book Check-Out: Remember to bring in the red DHO textbook if you borrowed one!

MTP #4 - Keep your eyes open! There are plenty of "scams" out there, just waiting to be purchased by the uninformed buyer. Be sure to follow these directions:

Watch for something that is "too good to be true". TYPE TWO full paragraphs on what the product is, what it allegedly does, and whether or not it works! I'd love your opinion of the advertising as the last sentence of the 2nd paragraph. ATTACH the downloaded info, the article from a magazine or the details of the television advertisement. You must tell me if the product is reputable and proven to work.

Practice your scenario-based role plays with a family member or friend. Be ready to educate your patient or client....that's me! Teach me all about the condition, disease, etc.

Who do you think will win the NOBEL PRIZE IN MEDICINE? The announcement will be made earrrrrly Monday morning. On Tuesday, there will be an assignment due regarding the
winner(s). http://www.nobelprize.org/

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!

Mrs. Erceg

Hormones....What are they good for?

PLENTY! Let's talk more about the Endocrine System tomorrow.

REMINDERS:

Check this website and BRING IN QUESTIONS for the speaker: www.trivalleyhaven.org

The OCTOBEAR Affaire is coming up on Oct. 9th and 10th...care to volunteer at the event? Please see me!

UC Davis - Pre-Med Conference is also that weekend, 10/9 and 10/10. Volunteer Mtg: 10/7!

Stonybrook College (New York) here at GHS tomorrow 12-1:00 - Please stop by there and check out the medical programs.

Kaiser Permanente- Take a look and go to www.kp.org/mydoctor see what you can see!!!!

HOMEWORK: Complete the handout that starts with an "OPEN MIND".

Take care!

Mrs. Erceg

P f f f f f f f f f f f f t

Ahhhhh, the sounds of a healthy digestive system. I hope you had fun today. Thank you to Nicole and Haley for being nice classroom mangers and good sports!

MTP#3 is due tomorrow. Some of you were sooooo smart and turned it in today. No late papers, no emails.

Kalo: Thank you for writing down some ideas for fundraisers. Let's make it a great holiday season for Tri-Valley Haven!!!

BOOK CHECK OUT is available this weekend to work on your 3 x 5 cards, but the books MUST come back on Monday. Cards are due (completed A-Z) on OCT. 7th - Test OCT 15th

PLEASE CHECK OUT THIS WEBSITE TONIGHT: http://www.heald.edu/
Click on the tab that says "Healthcare Programs". Please be prepared to ask one or more questions when our guest speaker from Heald College is here tomorrow. Write one to three questions down on a piece of paper and have it ready at your desk when she arrives. Thank you.

GHS SENIORS: Please attend to the following: Authorization to Release Transcript Form, Plan for the Panoramic Picture on Wednesday 10/6 during homeroom - hurry back to S4 after that! Did you receive your transcripts in homeroom? A-G requirements met for CSU and UC schools? Check with your counselor right away if you are not sure!

All Students: College Fair on October 7th at Dublin High. 6:30 p.m.

Do you want to become a CPR instructor? See me about training dates.

We are going glandular tomorrow.....get ready for..... THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM - which is fascinating.....just ask the pituitary gland....the brains of the outfit.

Have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

I hope everything comes out all right.....

Hi Everyone,

Thank you Krista, Caterina, Emmad and Giulianna....I really appreciate all of your help and being wonderful classroom managers.

Did you get my joke in the blog title? Yes, we talked about the digestive system today. What are some things all nurses and doctors in traning should know about the digestive systems of infants, children and adults? Well, we should all be "going" one or two times per day, that's for sure! We learned today that if waste product does not leave the body as it should, it can cause infection and other problems. We also learned that simple changes in diet can help us "go" easily, without too much effort. We know what that can do to us, right? Ouch.

Congratulations to all that responded to my request for definitions of "borborgymus" and "flatulence". I will give you examples of these tomorrow. Yeah....you'll see...or is it hear? :/ You'll all get 5 points of extra credit.

Tonight: Finish MTP #3 ! Pleeeease do not wait until tomorrow...this assignment requires time and effort, as it will become your script for the scenario-based role-play. Make this count. Patient education will be one of your greatest skills out in the field. See me for props if needed.

Tomorrow: Blood Drive participants at GHS...please get to class as soon as possible. Thank you to all of the volunteers. That's great...and certificate worthy!

RED CROSS CLUB at GHS: Meeting in Ms. Miller's room - S2 - tomorrow at 2:00 p.m.

PM: Think ahead...anticipate the need - ask your teacher and a parent for WRITTEN permission regarding the 10/11 meeting on "Cancer Survivorship" from 11:30 to 12:30 at Valley Care Medical Plaza (it's not at the hospital, but near there). Get this in advance please and let me know if you are going. Do not attempt to get permission if it jeopardizes your other class (es) in any way. Especially if you have a test! There will be plenty of future meetings offered. See me and I'll give you a flyer.

See you tomorrow and we'll work more on the digestive system....and more.

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Monday !

Hi Everyone,

Thank you Joey, Korrina, Imran and Param for being classroom managers today. You were great assistants.

ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE HAD A Tdap injection within the past three years. HAVE YOUR PARENT check in with your doctor tomorrow by phone and confirm that this has occurred. If not, have them make an appointment for you to go in.

Check the previous blog entries (with your parents please) about this week's assignment on educating a patient, as well as upcoming dates of importance.

Please do not email me your assignment. Find a way, through a friend or relative to print it out.

All papers must be typed according to the directions. Please see me if you have any questions.

Tomorrow...we start using our stethascopes and we'll listen to rumblings in the abdomen...hmmm...care to find the definitions of: borborgymus and flatulence?

Have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

Have a Great Weekend !

Hi Everyone,

Thank you to Mariah, Rachel, Neema and Lauren for being classroom managers today!

Upcoming events:

Next week: Digestive System, Endocrine System and more!!!

9/27 Assembly at GHS 9/28 Assembly at LHS
9/29 GHS Blood Drive - Avoid Period 3 !
9/30 Heald College
10/1 Progress Reports (for those who need them) Darlene/Tri-Valley Haven
10/4 Nobel Prize Winner in Medicine....who is it?
10/5 GHS Senior Parent Night 10/12 College Planning Night
10/7 DEADLINE for MT Cards to be finished A-Z and Tri-Valley College Fair at Dublin H.S.
10/7 UC Davis Volunteer Training (evening)
10/9 - 10/10 UC Davis Pre-Med Conference
10/15 Amador Valley and Foothill Rally - Do your BEST to be on time to class.
10/23 CMAA Meeting - Santa Clara...then go to Great America?

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

Don't Forget to Breathe...

Thank you to Nicole S., Renee, Taylor and Ashlee for being wonderful classroom managers today!

Please bring in the sexual harassment form and the photo permission form tomorrow!

The three dollars for additional silk screened scrub tops is due tomorrow.

The following students need to see me tomorrow: Michelle, Armaity, Alisha R., Emilia, and Weston. You owe me something and you know what it is!

Start thinking about medical terminology project #3. This essay involves educating a patient about a disease, illness, or condition. It may be physiological or psychological. It must include etiology, definition, treatment modalities, medications, and your personal reflection on this condition. This is done in essay form according to the directions on the assignment.

Have a great evening!

Mrs. Erceg

Don't Forget To Bring In Your Forms!

Hi Everyone!

Thank you Emilia, Weston, Vivianne, and Cortney for being amazing classroom managers today.

Please bring in your sexual harassment and photo acknowledgement forms tomorrow FOR SURE!!!! (if you haven't already)

GHS: Mills College will be in the career center at 12:00 tomorrow. Go check it out and bring back any information on health science to share with the class. Blood Drive is next Wednesday 9/29. Please avoid going during period 3.

Don't forget to bring your MTP # 2 tomorrow and be ready to turn it in when you walk into class!! Elaborate, detailed, definitions. (no brief definitions - really explain these terms or phrases well). NO LATE PAPERS PLEASE!!!!

Progress reports are being prepared -please see me about any late or missing assignments.

Bring in extra 3x5 cards if you need to. We are working on cards this week!

The following students need to complete make-up time: Catherine, Danielle, Alisha R., Emilia, Rachel, Vivanne, Julie, Neema. More than two absences thus far requires make up time to ensure that your attendance grade is not affected.

Thanks so much and I'll see you tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Tuesday!!!

Hello Everyone:

Thank you Marisol, Monica, Kalo and Cynthia for being excellent classroom managers!

Please contact your school's Career Center about CSF (College Scholarship Federation).
Learn more about scholarships that are available!

DRESS CODE ALERT: Please choose your school wardrobe carefully. Be conservative in your choices. This goes for the women and the men.

Is there a club at your school for students interested in bioscience or medical careers?
If so, please contact me! Ex: SIMS club at AVHS (students interested in medical science) or the
Pre-Med Society at GHS

If you borrowed a medical dictionary...please return it tomorrow!

Sexual Harrassment and Photo Acknowledgement Forms are due tomorrow.
Both require parent signature!

Here's how to do MTP #2: Find a medical article in one of my journals or online - WebMD or MedlinePlus. Read the article and find five (5) terms that you know absolutely nothing about. Type up these words and define them completely. Attach the article to the back of your typed paper with the words/phrases highlighted. DUE THURSDAY 9/23.

Did you know that you can get medical alert KEY CHAIN now? Maybe this is not such a good idea.....why? hint: Maybe you won't always have your keys with you!!! Oh well, nice idea anyway.

If you birthday is coming up....maybe during the holidays....ask for a BP cuff and a stethascope of your very own. We'll be working on taking blood pressures in class. I have them in class, but it would be great to own one yourself.

Tell your parents something really cool about the circulatory system, okay? ...and ask them to sign your forms!

Take care,

Mrs. Erceg

Thanks Mateys!

Hi Everyone,

Thank you Classroom Managers Arrrrcadia and Raj-deep in the Sea, you were so helpful today.

I had fun dressing up for Pirate Day....thanks to those who joined in...thank you Joey and Lauren for bringing in goodies for the class.

I appreciate your help in playing the games and helping me rate them. You really did show a lot of creativity in your design and construction. Good job!

We'll continue with the cardiovascular system and then move on to the respiratory system. What do you know about asthma?

The following folks need to see me tomorrow regarding assignments: MATHIA, REYES, FUCILLA, BARBALINARDO, CARRASCO, EPPERSON, GARCIA, LUNDIN, CERF, FOUTS, LENT, PEREIRA, RIOS, SANCHEZ, WILCOX, JOHNSON, S.,

Progress reports are due soon. I will be giving these out to you individually. IF YOU HAVE any assignments that were not graded, late, or still need to turn in....TOMORROW is the DAY! Thank you.

Take care and have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

Arrrrrrrgggghhhh Mateys!

Hey Amanda, Taylor, Kacey and Leyla...thank yer souls fer helpin' run me ship todeey!!!! Yer fine classroom manageers ye arrrrr.

Talk like a pirate day on Monday...bring treats if you'd like and dress appropriately if you are wearing a pirate costume...and if you're wearing regular clothes too.

Check out the U.C. Davis Conference for 10/9 and 10/10.....free for volunteers, but you must attend the volunteer orientation on the previous Thursday night.

Take someone's radial pulse this weekend, okay? Report back the pulse rates of your Jane or John "Doe".

Take care and have a great weekend!

Mrs. Arrrrrrrcegggg

Whoosh, Boom, Lub Dub, Boom!!!

Hi Everyone,

Thank you to Armaity and Karissa for being wonderful classroom managers today!

Don't forget - your interview and career research is due tomorrow - 9/17.

Amanda, Monica and Rachel.......check in with me about your uniform fittings right away!!!!

Pssssst.... Hey parents.... thank you for coming to the classroom last night.

We are having our drawing tomorrow for a free CMAA membership. Count the candy, win the prize.

We will look at our ESLR's and talk about MTP #2.

Hey Parents....are you looking at the blog????? What do you see????

Mrs. Erceg

Back to School Night!

Hi Everyone,

Great job today......Michelle and Kinsey! I really asked a lot of you both today and you did really well.

I love the drawings you did on the UTS, Body Planes, Directions and Cavities, as well as the abdominal quadrants/regions. Make sure they are complete and turned in tomorrow.

Speaking of TOMORROW....MTP #1 DUE 9/16
Career Research/Interview - Friday 9/17

CHECK THIS OUT: http://www.amsaarcucd.org/ It's a great conference, only $35.00 if you register before 10/1. It takes place Oct. 9th and 10th at the University of California at Davis. This is for students interested in healthcare. This is sooooo certificate-worthy!

Uniforms.....Make sure you have been fitted - tonight's the deadline. Problems? Call me!

Bring stories in about breach of confidentiality...let's discuss the damage (legal and otherwise) that can be done by commiting "SLANDER" or "LIBEL" which can cause "LIABILITY" - rememer the "L" on the forehead? In my class, that means liability.

Arrrrrrrre your pirate costumes ready? Bring treats to share on Monday too, Mateys! How about some oranges so we won't get "scurvy"???? Bring in the definition of "scurvy" and the "etiology" of it tomorrow and I'll give you 5 points E.C. Type it up and make sure your name is on it! It will be collected at the door.

Take care and have a great evening. See you tomorrow.

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Tuesday!

Hi Folks,

Thank you Katelyn, Marisol M., Julie and Nandor for being fantastic classroom mangers today!

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT TOMORROW NIGHT - 9/15: GHS - Principal's Welcome 6:00 - 6: 30 P1 at 6:40. Give parents your class schedule. PM STUDENTS: Please ask your parents, by appointment, to come from 3:30 to 6:30 in S4, or come at 7:30 p.m.

UNIFORMS - GO GET FITTED AT BULLARDS...THANK YOU!
Deadline tomorrow, 9/15.

GHS (AM): Grp. 5 MT GAME - Finish tonight!! Call your team together!

Get your PIRATE COSTUMES ready. They MUST BE APPROPRIATE...and conservative. No unnecessary exposure... Right Mateys????? Talk Like a Pirate Day Monday.

FHS - Senior Picnic Tomorrow. AVHS - Turn in MT Project #1 tomorrow and Friday's papers if you'd like (early).

ALL MT Games need to be complete and will be checked tomorrow!

Congratulations to all students receiving certificates today for a job well done!

Mrs. Erceg

It's Good to Be Back!

Hi All ~

Thank you to Danielle M., Taylor M., Lexi B and Hannah for helping in the classroom today. Great job!

I also want to thank all of my wonderful students that helped me prepare and/or came to the CMAA conference. What a relief knowing that I have such dedicated and talented students.

HEY PARENTS: Look at this!!!! Back to School Night at Granada High. Please get in touch with me right away if you are unable to join us. PM GROUP PARENTS: Please call me and make an appointment if you cannot come at the normal time. (See previous blog). I want to meet with ALL parents, even if it is by appointment on another day. I have so much to tell you!

UNIFORMS: Please go to Bullards and get fitted a.s.a.p. Deadline: Wed. 9/15. If you order more than one scrub top, remember to give me a check for $3.00 make out to Tri-Valley ROP for each additional scrub top (silk screening). I pay for the first scrub top silk screen.

PORTFOLIOS: Please bring in 10 sheet protectors.

PAPER DUE THURSDAY 9/16: Medical Terminology Project #1

PAPERS DUE FRIDAY 9/17: Your interview and career research paper

Have a great night and drink some cranberry juice - maybe diluted a little - less sugar!

Mrs. Erceg

Hello Students !

Hi All !

Thank you Alicia, Danielle, Sheevena and Patrisha - Great job today as clasroom managers!

Substitute tomorrow and Friday– Work quietly and diligently on your two-day assignment to design a Medical Terminology Game with your group. Do your part! Make it a real team effort. Thanks in advance to Kyle, Veronica, Jessica and Eva.

Some team members may need to bring in a game/game pieces in order to modify the game in order to have medical terminology as the focus. Word parts, abbreviations or whole words.. or a combination of these to make 30 in total.

GHS – RALLY ON FRIDAY 9/10 Follow schedule carefully and report to class on time:
P3 - 11:00 to 12:05

Granada Students: The PSAT will take place on Oct. 16, 2010 in the 300 hall. Total test time is 2 hours and 10 minutes. (GHS)

Bullard Uniforms 580 West to Hopyard I WILL PICK THEM UP!
6500 Dublin Blvd, #E Turn right, then Immediate left turn onto
Dublin Dublin Blvd. First left,
Phone: 925-803-7667
make a u-turn and then
M-F 10-6 turn right into the
SAT 10-4 parking lot.

I'll see some of you at the conference!!!! For the rest...see you on Monday.

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Tuesday to You

Dear Students ~

Great day. Again. Love it. Nice drawings of the urinary tract system! We'll work on those tomorrow and review body planes, directions and cavities.

Thank you Jessica and Annette - you worked hard today as Classroom Managers.

Here's the scoop for tonight:

On site registration for the CMAA CONFERENCE available. See me for details.

I need used, inexpensive jewelry....to sell at the conference for charity. Please check with Mom or siblings and bring in anything, any amount, tomorrow. Nothing in disrepair. Thanks.

TELL YOUR PARENTS!!! Save the date: WEDNESDAY 9/15 Back to School Night! GHS students will get a schedule in homeroom for that evening. GHS: 6:00 to 8:35.

PM STUDENTS: Tell your parents I'll be here on Back to School night, 9/15 from 4:00 to 5:45 in my classroom if they can come early, OR they can come later in the evening, between 6:00 and 8:35. Please have them to tell you what time they can be here that night and tell me a.s.a.p. I'll document that information and I am anxious to see them. I hope all parents can come.

GHS WELCOME BACK RALLY on Friday 9/10. Schedule will be posted in the classroom.

DUBLIN HIGH SENIORS - Come back on Thursday...I know you have your special event tomorrow. Kasey and Kalo - see you tomorrow!

For those needing emergency rides home Friday and Saturday nights from 9:30 pm to
1:30 am - Safe Ride 925 416-6810 NO QUESTIONS ASKED. Livermore, Dublin and Pleasanton.

HOMEWORK:

Please make sure all the (real) words are defined from your MT quiz so you can transfer these to your word cards. Be ready!

Mrs. Erceg

Happy Three-Day Weekend!

Hellllloooooooo Students!

Thank you Nameeta and Nicole for being classroom managers today. You both did a great job. By the way, thanks Nicole for completing that binder project for me.

Thanks also to all students who come up to me and ask me the magic question...."Do you need help with anything Mrs. Erceg"? I am so grateful to have such great people in my classes. You know me, I always have projects going.

Have a great weekend and buy more 3 x 5 cards in different colors too if you need more and have them ready for Tuesday. We need to work on our A-Z list.

Take care and see you Tuesday.

Mrs. Erceg

One More Thing....(Read previous entry too please)

If you have not done so.......two things -

TONIGHT:Please go to www.cmaa-ca.org Please click on the tab that says "newsletter" and read the July 2010 and the September 2010 editions. Go back to the home page and go to "membership" and print out a membership application. Bring this in to class tomorrow. There are no obligations, but it is something to consider. 10 points

Please go to www.ccbma.org Click on "exam", and then scroll down to the bottom. Download the "Examination Study Online" and bring it into class tomorrow. 10 points

Mrs. Erceg

So Many Professions--So Little Time!

Hello Everyone!

Thanks again to my classroom managers for today, Kamal and Lexi M.
Also, special thanks to Kalo for her fabulous graphic work!

Regarding progress reports and grades, I will report this information directly to each school. It will not show up on your school websites.

We're going to see a movie tomorrow about MEN IN NURSING. For the men in the class, keep an open mind to your opportunities. And by the way, nursing isn't just for women anymore.

PM CLASS: Don't forget to bring me your permission slips for your senior picnic.

Blog homework: Bring me a smile tomorrow!

Looking For A Career?

Hello Everyone!

Thank you so much, Jamie and Shannon for doing a great job today as Classroom Managers!


Please look at bls.gov for career ideas. It can be overwhelming, but just take a brief look at this site.

FOR TONIGHT:
Please go to www.cmaa-ca.org Please click on the tab that says "newsletter" and read the July 2010 and the September 2010 editions. Go back to the home page and go to "membership" and print out a membership application. Bring this in to class tomorrow. There are no obligations, but it is something to consider. 10 points

Please go to www.ccbma.org Click on "exam", and then scroll down to the bottom. Download the "Examination Study Online" and bring it into class tomorrow. 10 points

Have a great evening!

Mrs. Erceg

Learning a New Language

Hi Folks,

You are learning the language of medical terminology and you're off to a great start. Be patient, soon you will be recognizing medical words on a regular basis.

On Wednesday we will continue working on the 3x5 cards so make sure you have enough cards/colors.

Thank you Madhy and Elissa for being my classroom managers today. Good job!

Excellent work and thanks to the committee for the Good News Bears. I heard a lot of great ideas and I know all of you will do a great job. Also, a big thank you to the students planning on attending the CMAA conference. And don't forget that I would appreciate anyone willing to volunteer with helping for or at the event. Let me know if you are interested!

You know what? I don't think many of you are going to need very much guidance on professionalism and the ESLR's. I think you really get it. This is important work folks and I'm sure you'll all be great interns.

DO YOU or YOUR FAMILY HAVE ANY USED, CLEAN JEWELRY? I will be selling it at the conference for our charities and the East Bay Region of CMAA. Please make sure it is not in need of repair. I will take watches that need batteries. I'll need some folks to coordinate the jewelry sale at the conference too. Please bring it in a ZIP LOCK BAG. Thanks!

Check out studystack.com tonight and we will talk more about it tomorrow. Don't forget!

Mrs. Erceg

Welcome to Week 2

Hello Everyone,

Great job with your ASL demonstrations today! You really did well and trying is half the battle! Keep practicing, just like you will with your medical terminology.

Thank you Nicole F., Cristina, Lexi B. and Vivianne for being Classroom Managers today!

PARENTS: Please save the date - Wednesday 9/15 - Back to School Night at GHS
(Medical Occupations - Room S4) Time will be announced.
Please note: If some of the student's parents in the PM class cannot make it due to other BTSN's happening the same evening, I'll understand, but please try to make it, even if it is for part of the evening. I'll be here in the classroom from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Just in case a parent wants to visit early and cannot make it during the evening hours, ask them to call me for an appointment. I want to meet with all parents.

Do you have site information for me? Do you know anyone that can take a student intern or two? Please write down the info and I will contact them myself. Thank you!

Fill your calendar with important dates that affect this class. Very important - let me know about those events when we do our calendar sync.

Check out that WISH LIST. Are there any donations coming our way for the classroom?

HOMEWORK:

Finally....let's get that Professionalism Rubric reviewed in class. I will be using this to grade you on classroom behavior and internship site expectations. Prepare for discussion please.

Fill out the student information sheet very neatly....so neat anyone could read it!!!

Review the sheet on ESLR's (Expected School-wide Learning Results) Prepare for discussion.

3 x 5 cards....we'll get to those tomorrow!

Take care and have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

What a Nice First Week !

Happy Friday ~


Keep up the good work everyone and keep smiling. I am so impressed with your motivation and commitment to the program. I am also pleased with your interest in the CMAA conference and the Good News Bears Program. By the way, the water sales are going well and I expect to have enough shopping money to buy the presents for the teens at holiday time. I will send some of you bargain shoppers out there with the money. Imagine a teen getting a gift after just leaving their home and living in a shelter. Think about them receiving a nice stuffed animal to call their own. Compassion is the hallmark of a good health care worker...don't you think?

Thank you Kellie, Caterina, Dominique and Alex for being Classroom Managers today.

GREAT JOB both AM and PM classes....PERFECT ATTENDANCE today !!!! Love it.

Thanks again to all of my traveling students from LHS, DHS, AVHS and FHS. You are doing such a great job getting to class. I will brag to your school career counselors today.

The ASL demos were postponed until Monday. Be ready please and feel comfortable enough to sign your first and last name, and a short statement or question using the signs on your sheet.

DON'T FORGET: 3 x 5 cards in four colors, at least 50 of each color and a ziplock bag with rubber bands or rings to put them on.

Tell your parents you were good at school.

Have a great weekend.

Mrs. Erceg

Can you hear me? Maybe not!

Hello !

We learned today not to yell at a deaf person...it doesn't do a lot of good, does it? Practice finger spelling your first and last name. Tomorrow you will demonstrate sign language for the class that involves spelling your name as well as a question or a statement to a patient in a clinical setting.

Thank you Krista and Haley....Great job today! I love classroom managers.

Reminders for tomorrow:

CMAA Conference registration form or go to http://www.cmaa-ca.org/ Due tomorrow!

Medical Alert paper is due tomorrow, typed and ready to turn in when you arrive.

Bring in 3 x 5 cards - 4 colors- about fifty or more of each color - ziplock/rubber band. We start working on the cards Monday.

Review the professionalism rubric and prepare for discussion.

Remember to contact your school and my classroom number of absences, before class starts!

The blog is usually posted no later than 5:00 or so. Check back if necessary.

When leaving a message for me, push the # sign on your phone as soon as you hear my voice on voicemail. That will take you right to the "BEEP".

Congratulations PM class - PERFECT attendance today! Woo Hoo!

Binder tabs for class: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, ESLR's. That's it for now. I STRONGLY recommend you have binder tabs or have an excellent system of organization.

Warning.....there are several of you that did not turn in blog homework or turned it in late. Due to it being our first week, I understand. But from here on out...make sure you are turning in your work on time. Thank you.

Have a great evening and keep the bears and stuffed animals coming!

Mrs. Erceg

Give Me A Sign

Hi Everyone,

Please review your sign language sheet and practice finger spelling as well as a few medical signs. We'll work on this in class tomorrow.

Thank you Korrina and Giulianna....Great job today as classroom managers. I would also like to thank my ASL specialists who assisted me today...Kinsey, Ashlee and Lexi - I hope I got the names right! I'm still learning. Thanks also go to those who brought stuffed animals in!

Reminders:

CMAA Fall Conference: For more info: http://www.cmaa-ca.org/ - go to the latest newsletter. Hope to see you there! REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday 8/27. Sorry for the short notice. You can pay by check and mail it in to CMAA HQ. Thank you.

Congratulations to our winners to register for Fall Conference courtesy of Mrs. Erceg!

Please make sure you bring in your immunization/CPR/TB info if you have not done so. Ask a parent to take you to the doctor for the tests (two tests!), or call in advance to see if you can go on your own if you are under 18 years of age.

When you email me, please use the lerceg@lvjusd.k12.ca.us address. Thank you!

Keep the bears and stuffed animals coming. The Good News Bears rep comes on Friday.

Eat a good breakfast or bring healthy snacks and water to school.

HOMEWORK: Please find a medical terminolgy website that you like and is user-friendly and write down the web address on a piece of binder paper. Make sure your name and the date is on it, and write: BLOG HOMEWORK DUE 8/26 on it.

Thank you!

Have a great evening.

Mrs. Erceg

Hello Future Medical Professionals !

Here is the news and information you need for tomorrow, Wednesday 8/25:

Review all materials from class today and have them tomorrow, organized in your binder. Please bring back your strategies for success, signed by you, the student. Review the "Very Wise Words" and prepare for an in-class assignment on that tomorrow. Buy 3 x 5 cards as soon as you can and a ring or container for them - four colors, about 50 of each color. Print out calendars from Sept. 2010 to Dec. 2010 for your binder.

For the PM class only -please bring in your EMERGENCY card if you have not done so already.Make sure it is signed by a parent.

Does someone you know have a potential student internship site for one or more students? Please contact me via email or phone with the name, address and phone/email of the contact person. Thank you!

THANK YOU Joseph and Emmad for a job well done! I don't know what I would do without my classroom managers. I appreciate you giving me more time to teach.

Keep working on your assignment due Friday, 8/27 on the Medic Alert information.

HOMEWORK FOR TONIGHT: This homework is for you AND your parent(s)!!!! Ask a parent to look at this blog tonight. Tell them they can access it whenever they like. With your parent, write down three ways we can anticipate our own needs and the needs of others. How can one plan well to make life, work or school easier and more efficient? Bring in your ideas (at least three) written neatly on a piece of binder paper tomorrow and hand it directly to me when you walk in. Remember.....Anticipate the Need! This assignment is worth 10 points.

Have a great evening,

~Mrs. Erceg

Welcome to Medical Occupations!

Hello Students of 2010-2011 ~

This blog is your connection to classroom news and graded homework. Please bookmark this blog on your computer at home and check it every night to stay in touch with requirements for the course. If you are unable to access the Internet...call a friend and ask what is on the blog. This is your responsibility!

Your first assignment is due Friday 8/27....interview friends and family...do they have any of the conditions on the medic alert material? Do they take medications? Do they have allergies? How about special conditions that need specific medical attention? Look online for more information and bring it in to class to share. Type up three paragraphs on what a medic alert bracelet/necklace is, what conditions justify wearing one and then who in your life (maybe you) needs one. How will you communicate the importance of having one in a clear, concise way?Print out your work and bring to class. Do not email your assignment to me.

I'm sure you will find at least one person (maybe even yourself) that would benefit from a medic alert bracelet or necklace. Remember - take the time to order one and you'll save a lot of time in an emergency. These save lives every day. Just ask an EMT, Firefighter, Paramedic or an Emergency Room nurse or physician.

Please bring to class: Clean, gently used teddy bears and stuffed animals - Let's impress our guest speaker from Good News Bears on Friday with all that we have collected.
PM CLASS: Please bring in your emergency form, signed by a parent.

Thank you Ben and Kacey for being classroom managers today. You were a big help.

~Mrs. Erceg