Dialysis Technician

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Dialysis Technicians operate machines that remove waste and excess fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys no longer carry out those functions. Dialysis technicians are also referred to as renal dialysis technicians, hemodialysis technicians, or nephrology technicians. They work under the supervision of physicians, primarily in hospitals and clinics.

Dialysis technicians must fully understand the operation of the kidney dialysis machines. They are responsible for their operations, cleaning, and sterilization. They must also fully understand their patients’ needs. Dialysis technicians carefully monitor and record weight and vital signs before, during, and after the blood cleansing procedure. Additionally, they instruct patients about in-home treatments. Because dialysis technicians work with blood, they must exercise strict safety precautions against infectious diseases such as hepatitis and AIDS.

Student Success Statement

"Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self esteem, and personal satisfaction."

-Margaret Thatcher

My significance about this quote are very self explanatory in the quote. This quote is explains itself its not a riddle, but my thoughts about this quote are quite different see disciplining yourself into doing something can be both beneficial and dangerous I guess you could say. When you discipline yourself into doing something its very helpful in matter in where you went have to think twice about the decision you are taking because you automatically know what is it that you are doing but when it becomes serious, being discipline doesn't help you at all it just might make the things worse. You are being challenged between something you know and something you don't know. But disciplining yourself in doing the right thing can be something good for you as you won't struggle when it comes to making a right or wrong decision. 

Dentist

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Dentists examine patients’ mouths, treat patients with dental problems, and provide preventive education. Many are employed by dental schools, health agencies, hospitals, or professional groups. Some operate their own practices. Dentists:

·         Diagnose oral problems.

·         Fill cavities.

·         Perform root canals.

·         Treat gum disease.

·         Practice orthodontia.

·         Give anesthesia and perform oral surgery.

Average Salary: $45,000 - $150,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take the most challenging high school courses(including AP or IB courses) available in science, math, and English.

Most dental schools require entrants to have a Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in the sciences.

Dental school is four years in length. In order to practice dentistry following graduation, dentists mist pass a national examination.

My Experience So Far At HPIAM

      My experience so far at HPIAM has been pleasant. This is going to be my second and last year here, so sad, but I strongly believe that HPIAM is a great school in where students can learn and also have some fun when earned. To begin with I think the teachers are amazing they might be confusing sometimes, you can have difficulty trying to understand what they really mean but it turns out to be okay. The teachers are very helpful when it comes to asking questions and when you need help with college material or any other situation they are willing to help because they care about their students. The principal is an amazing principal, he really cares about the staff and students and wants to make sure that the students are successful and make us feel like we are in a safe environment. He just wants the best for us and will try hard for it to be that way. There are amazing school events organized by the awesome leadership team that makes us more involved into school activities 

 The Sting Of A Scorpion

 This video was about a family who were camping out in the desert and when the child would want to go out for a walk his parents would advise him to put on his shoes because there were all type of poisonous animals out in the desert like: snakes, ants, scorpions, etc. One morning the kid didn't want to wear his shoes so he decided to wear his sandals and while walking he felt a sting and then realized that it had been a scorpion. He felt the pain elevating and started screaming for help. His parent ran to him and drove him to the nearest hospital, which was two hours away. Arriving to the hospital the doctor injected his foot with anesthesia and informed the parents how a scorpion sting is deadly to infants and bad nutritioned people.

I believe this is a great example of how kids should listen to their parents because whether you like it or not your parents are almost always going to be right. When your parents warn you of something its because they know what they are talking about and they just want you to be safe. Don't ignore your parents, they usually have a purpose of to why they are telling certain things.

Student Success Statement

"In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing"

- Theodore Roosevelt

My connotation of this quote exemplifies how each decision you make matters to the type of life you want to live and you are fully responsible of the decision you take. If you believe that the decision you are making is right to you then take it and don't regret it because you had an idea of what you were getting into so stand up for what you believe in and not in what others do.

Dental Assistant

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Dental assistants help dentists provide dental care. They often work in teams with dental hygienists and laboratory technicians. They may work in health clinics, dental schools, nursing homes, and the military, but usually they work for dentists in private practice. Dental assistant duties include:

·         Helping patients feel comfortable during treatment.

·         Taking and developing dental X-rays.

·         Taking medical histories for patients.

·         Sterilizing and preparing dental instruments and equipment.

·         Instructing patients about dental health care to include brushing and flossing.

·         Performing office management tasks.

Average Salary: $14,000 - $25,000

Educational Requirements:

                Dental assistants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate.

They must receive additional training at a community college, vocational school, or dental school to learn their skills. Length of programs varies between six months and one year. To become certified, dental assistants must pass an examination from the Dental Assisting National Board.