La. Admin. Code tit. 28 § LXIX-901

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024
Section LXIX-901 - Glossary

Academic Cross-Reference-a reference to related academic content Standards.

AHEC-Area Health Education Center.

Articulation-the process of linking two or more educational systems to produce a smooth flow of students from one institution to another without experiencing delays, duplication of courses, or loss of credit.

Assessment-a process through which evidence is gathered in a range of content areas to determine both a student's understanding and ability to apply that understanding.

Benchmark-a broad statement of expected skills and knowledge that is used as a reference to develop curriculum and assess student progress.

Certification-a statement attesting some fact, especially the status and qualifications of the person holding it.

CNA-certified nursing assistant.

Code of Ethics-relating to morality of behavior, conforming with an accepted standard of behavior.

CPR-cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Emergency First Responder-first person on the scene to provide care.

HOSA-health Occupations Students of America.

Licensure-a right formally granted in writing by an authority.

NHCSS-National Health Care Skill Standards.

OBRA-Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987.

OSHA-United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Performance Activities-actions students could perform to demonstrate achievement of a benchmark.

Registration-the placement of requested data on formal or official record.

SCANS-secretary's commission on Achieving Necessary Skills.

Scope of Practice-extent or range of acceptable practices.

Standard Precautions-practices used in health care facilities to prevent the spread of infection via blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions, mucous membranes, and non-intact skin.

Standards-descriptions of what students should know and be able to do through subject matter, knowledge, and proficiencies gained as a result of their education.

Strand-major category.

Subject Area-domain or content area.

VICA-Vocational Industrial Clubs of America.

La. Admin. Code tit. 28, § LXIX-901

Promulgated by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, LR 29:2679 (December 2003).
AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S.6(A)(10) and R.S. 17:10.