Ciencia de la escena del crimen: ¡Descifrando misterios con medicina forense!
En este curso de medicina forense, los adolescentes exploran cómo los patólogos, toxicólogos y enfermeros forenses trabajan juntos para resolver crímenes. A través de estudios de casos y lecciones interesantes, los estudiantes descubren la ciencia detrás de la resolución de crímenes en el ámbito de la atención médica.
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1 lección pregrabada
1 semana
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Ever wondered how doctors and nurses help police solve crimes? In this self-paced course, you’ll dive deep into the fascinating world of forensic medicine! We’ll explore how autopsies, toxicology, and forensic nursing work together to uncover the truth behind mysterious deaths. Through case studies, interactive slides, video clips, and real-world examples, you'll learn how forensic professionals use science to solve crimes. In this course, you will learn how autopsies are conducted to help determine the cause of death by examining the body for signs of injury, disease, or other anomalies. You'll explore the important role of toxicology in detecting poisons, drugs, and other substances that may have contributed to death, offering key evidence in criminal investigations. Forensic nurses will be another focus, as you'll see how they collect and preserve critical evidence, such as documenting injuries and gathering DNA, which plays a vital role in solving cases. Finally, you’ll understand how all these aspects of forensic medicine come together to provide the answers needed to solve criminal cases. This course is structured into easy-to-follow modules, each focusing on a different aspect of forensic medicine. You’ll work through video lessons, slides, and case studies designed to make you feel like a real crime scene investigator! Each section includes reflection questions and activities to reinforce what you’ve learned. Ideal for older kids and teens interested in becoming doctors, nurses, or other health professionals, this course offers hands-on learning and key insights into medicine and the human body. Start your healthcare journey today and all in time for Halloween! Though the class is self-paced, you’ll have access to your instructor through messaging for feedback or questions about the material. You’ll have the flexibility to work through the content at your own pace, while still getting the support you need. Are you ready to solve some mysteries? Let's get started! Please note, this class does not provide medical training or medical services. This class is purely educational and provides an overview of forensic science in healthcare. It is not intended to offer medical advice, diagnose, or treat any conditions. For more information, please see the parental guidance section.
Metas de aprendizaje
Learners will be able to explain how forensic professionals such as pathologists, toxicologists, and nurses contribute to solving criminal cases by conducting autopsies, performing toxicology tests, and collecting vital evidence.
Learners will gain knowledge of the key steps in forensic investigations, including how autopsies determine the cause of death, how toxicology identifies harmful substances, and how forensic nurses document injuries and preserve evidence.
Programa de estudios
1 Lección
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Crime Scene Science: Unraveling Mysteries with Forensic Medicine!
In this self-paced course, you’ll explore how forensic pathologists, toxicologists, and nurses use science to solve crimes. Through interactive lessons and case studies, you’ll learn how autopsies, toxicology, and evidence collection work together to uncover the truth. You can work at your own pace, with instructor support available via messaging. By the end, you'll have a clear understanding of how healthcare professionals help solve mysteries and deliver justice.
29 minutos de lecciones en video
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Orientación para padres
This forensic medicine course introduces learners to the processes and roles that healthcare professionals play in solving criminal cases, such as autopsies, toxicology, and evidence collection. While the course content is educational, it covers topics that may be sensitive for some learners, such as causes of death, crime scenes, and the role of healthcare in criminal investigations.
Content Warnings: The course includes discussions about autopsies, causes of death, and forensic investigations, which may involve references to substances like drugs or poisons.
Age Appropriateness: The material is designed for teens with an interest in forensic science and healthcare. While graphic details are minimized and no graphic images are used, learners should be comfortable discussing topics related to death, toxicology, and medical evidence.
Supportive Learning Environment: The course is self-paced, and learners have access to the instructor via messaging if they have any questions or concerns. Parents may want to encourage open conversations at home about the material covered.
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Recursos externos
Los estudiantes no necesitarán utilizar ninguna aplicación o sitio web más allá de las herramientas estándar de Outschool.
Experiencia y certificaciones del docente
3 Grado
Doctorado en Enfermería desde University of Washington
Maestría en Enfermería desde University of Washington
Licenciatura en Enfermería desde University of Washington
I teach a variety of classes focused on science, health and the human body, healthcare careers and pathways, and nursing. With over a decade of nursing experience, I am currently the Dean of a nursing school at a local community college that offers certificate, associate and bachelor's degrees in nursing. Prior to my role as Dean, I worked as a nursing faculty for several years. My educational background includes a doctorate, master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees in various nursing disciplines.
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