PHS Midterm Review Terms in this set (100) nanotechnology a field of science that manipulates individual atoms and molecules to create devices that are thousands of times smaller than current technologies allow career clusters groups of similar occupatio

PHS Midterm Review Terms in this set (100) nanotechnology a field of science that manipulates individual atoms and molecules to create devices that are thousands of times smaller than current technologies allow career clusters groups of similar occupations and industries that share a core set of basic knowledge and skills for all workers holistic care therapies that treat the patient as a whole person after assessing the individual's physical, social, mental, and spiritual well-being regenerative medicine a form of medical care that creates living tissue to replace tissue or organ functions lost due to age, disease, injury, or birth disorder accreditation official recognition from a professional association that an educational program meets educational standards for an occupation genomic medicine personalized medical care that uses a patient's unique combination of genes and chromosomes to prevent illness and maintain health national healthcare skill standards standards determined by the National Consortium for Health Science Education, which describe the skills that workers need to succeed in healthcare careers credentials documents proving a person's qualifications for a particular occupation standard precautions steps that a healthcare worker takes with all patients to prevent the spread of infection delegate to direct another healthcare worker to perform a care task that is within that worker's training and experience and within the scope of practice of the licensed provider giving the direction collaborate to work together; to consult with each other therapeutic term that describes treatment given to maintain or restore health cover letter a message sent with a résumé to introduce the job applicant and give the reasons he or she is applying for a particular job tact the ability to communicate difficult or embarrassing information without giving offense multidisciplinary healthcare team a group of healthcare workers from different healthcare specialties, each providing specific services to the patient empathy the ability to identify with another person's feelings and thoughts technical training education lasting two years or less and leading to an industry certificate, a technical diploma, or an associate's degree personal protective equipment (PPE) equipment such as gloves, masks, gowns, respirators, and eyewear worn to protect skin, clothing, and the respiratory tract from infectious agents interview etiquette accepted appearance and behavior for the interview process postgraduate term that describes education and training completed after receiving a bachelor's degree Current advancements in medical technologies continue to change the methods and outcomes of medical treatment. True or False? true It is important for health information management workers to understand the flow of information within healthcare facilities, from large hospital systems to a physician's private practice. True or False? true All written forms become part of a patient's medical record and are considered legal documents that provide evidence of care the patient has received. True or False? true Healthcare offices are not obligated to provide patients with a written document that explains how their health information is kept confidential or to whom it is released. True or False? false A patient's health literacy skills influence his or her health more than age, income, employment status, education level, or racial and ethnic group. True or False? true Having a large number of uninsured young people keeps insurance costs lower because young people tend to be healthier than older people. True or False? false Patients can reduce the cost of healthcare by taking care of themselves and using their available care responsibly. True or False? true Tort cases against health informatics workers are most likely to involve invasion of privacy. True or False? true Health informatics workers may suffer from repetitive motion injuries, eyestrain, or lower back injuries if proper worksite conditions are not maintained. true PHS Midterm Review Therapeutic workers can further develop their skills during clinical training, the volunteer work that is part of their educational program. True or False? true There are three types of physicians: a medical doctor (MD), a doctor of osteopathic medicine (OD), and an educational doctor (ED). True or False? false Upon graduating from medical school, students add MD or DO to their names and can practice medicine without further supervision or training. True or False? false Some nurses have jobs that require a registered nurse license but include little or no direct patient care. True or False? true It is important for healthcare workers to learn aggressive communication because it is the best way for individuals to achieve their goals and make decisions more easily. True or False? false A therapeutic worker must be able to determine what information should be reported immediately and what can be charted or shared during handoff. True or False? true A healthcare worker cannot be held liable for not performing tasks within his or her scope of practice. True or False? false Certification is typically a voluntary credential created by a professional association, not a mandatory one required by law. True or False? true The higher a healthcare worker climbs up the career ladder, the more skills he or she will learn and the broader his or her scope of practice will be. True or False? true Failing to get permission before removing a patient's clothing is battery. True or False? true Nurse aides, orderlies, and attendants have the third highest injury rate among American healthcare workers. true Eventually, a patient's complete health record, including images of diagnostic tests, will be available _ to access at any time and from any location. online Health information _ focuses on the systems that are used to manage health information and the secure exchange of health information in a digital format. technology Patient care and treatment run more smoothly if _ are easy to store and find. patient records A(n) _ is a short, one-page document that contains your accomplishments and experiences as they relate to the job you are seeking. resume Healthcare workers follow communication _ to provide accurate patient information and preserve the privacy of a patient's health information. protocols As a healthcare worker, you should build your technical _ skills to learn vocabulary terms specific to the health science field. reading The most vital skill for understanding a message is _. listening _ is the process of recording observations and information about patients. charting All medical terms have one or more root word and a _, but they may not have a _. suffix, prefix The cell _ is a semipermeable outer covering with holes, or pores, that act as its doors and windows. membrane To reduce healthcare costs, health _ complete the patient evaluation and create treatment plans, but _ often deliver part of the treatment. professionals, technical workers Physician assistants practice medicine under the supervision of a physician and can _, treat, and _ medication for patients. diagnose, prescribe _ teams include surgeons, surgical technicians, nurse anesthetists, and operating room nurses. Secondary care _ actions promote safety and courtesy while protecting the patient's or resident's rights, while _ actions provide for patient comfort and safety and for communication among healthcare team members. Preprocedure, postprocedure Surgery _, crown-designing software, and electric _ are examples of computerized therapeutic equipment. simulators, stimulation When using the US customary units of measurement, and measure _, and measure _, and or measure _. length, volume, weight The term _ describes how much of a drug is in a specific volume of liquid. concentration Consumers have the right to receive accurate and understandable information about their _, _, treatment options, costs, and the facility rules to make informed healthcare decisions. diagnosis, prognosis Consumers have the right to guaranteed access to medically necessary _ and a reasonable _ from one healthcare facility to another. healthcare services, continuity of care The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010 focuses on insurance plans by reducing _ on care and ensuring _ to care for all Americans. limits, access Current medical practices with ties to historical procedures include ____. a. improved hygiene and hand washing b. use of leeches c. acupuncture d. All of the above. d. all of the above Which of the following is not a recent advancement in healthcare? a. genetic testing b. trepanning c. stem cell research d. miniaturization b. trepanning One example of medical miniaturization is the ____. a. brain shunt b. heart pacemaker c. catheter d. dental implants b. heart pacemaker Patients are looking for medical care that is more and pays attention not only to their physical requirements, but also to their emotional, social, and even spiritual needs. a. technological b. advanced c. naturalistic d. holistic d. holistic PHS Midterm Review Which of the following is the primary reason healthcare employment opportunities are on the rise? a. aging population and longer life expectancy b. greater acceptance of alternative medicines and therapies c. advancements in medical research and technology d. increase in high school career and technology programs offered a. aging population and longer life expectancy Which of the following jobs requires adjusting to new equipment, updated technologies, and revised software? a. medical education b. health informatics c. medical software d. healthcare volunteering b. health informatics Which of the following are not considered a display of professional dress and mannerisms? a. clothes and tattoos that are an expression of a vibrant personality b. neat, clean, well-kept slacks and shirts for both genders c. modest skirts and tops for women d. minimal jewelry and light makeup for women a. clothes and tattoos that are an expression of a vibrant personality Which of the following elements should be included in a medical record? a. complete medical and treatment history b. family medical history c. personal identifiable information d. All of the above. d. all of the above Health educators are required to have at least a(n) ____. a. master's degree b. on-the-job training certificate c. high school degree d. bachelor's degree d. bachelor's degree Which of the following components would most likely not be in a career portfolio? a. HIPAA regulations b. awards received c. samples of projects that demonstrate skills d. letters of recommendation a. HIPAA regulations To improve reading comprehension skills, healthcare workers are advised to ____. a. read without purpose b. read actively c. ignore new vocabulary b. read actively PHS Midterm Review A smile or sneer, a raised eyebrow or frown, and a shrug or clenched fist are all examples of nonverbal messages sent through ____. a. body language b. cultural communications c. observation d. impressions a. body language Through the use of , healthcare workers are alert to situations in which a patient's verbal and nonverbal messages don't match. a. protocols b. observation c. listening d. communication b. observation A(n) is critical to providing consistent patient care and coordinating care and treatment between different caregivers and settings. a. medical record b. health assessment c. patient profile d. health history a. medical record The patient's shows major illnesses and surgeries, as well as those of close relatives. a. health assessment indicators b. medical health inventory c. personal profile d. family and personal history d. family and personal history ____ refers to the forms and notes that healthcare workers add to a medical record by way of charting. a. Medical documentation b. Progress notes c. Narrative notes d. Health assessments a. Medical documentation Which of the following components is included in proper phone etiquette? a. using a businesslike tone of voice in a high pitch b. using a pleasant tone of voice in a low pitch c. answering the phone while eating or drinking d. answering the phone within five rings b. using a pleasant tone of voice in a low pitch A patient's affects his or her ability to understand how to dispense medicine, prepare for a surgical procedure, and even navigate a healthcare facility. a. technical skills b. health literacy c. healthcare skills b. health literacy PHS Midterm Review Which of the following organizations is an example of a nonprofit healthcare system? a. March of Dimes b. Red Cross c. American Heart Association d. All of the above. d. All of the above. Which type of insurance plan only covers care from providers within the network and generally has low deductibles or copayments, or none at all beyond the monthly premium? a. Exclusive Health Care Provider Services b. Preferred Provider Associations c. Health Maintenance Organizations d. Managed Health Organizations c. Health Maintenance Organizations Which of the following are preventive care and healthy lifestyle promotions used by healthcare providers and government agencies to reduce healthcare costs? a. routine exams and immunizations b. restrictive diet and exercise programs c. mandatory community education programs d. All of the above. a. routine exams and immunizations Someone practicing healthcare without the proper credentials has committed a law violation. a. civil b. commonwealth c. constitutional d. criminal d. criminal ____ may have specialized roles throughout the body in nerves, bones, blood, or muscles. a. Organelles b. Membranes c. Complex compounds d. Cells d. Cells The system is made up of the heart and blood vessels and its key purpose is to transport blood throughout the body. a. nervous b. cardiovascular c. excretory d. muscular b. cardiovascular Therapists may work in ____. a. hospitals and clinics b. public and private schools c. gyms and private swimming pools d. All of the above. d. All of the above. Which of the following describes the job of an occupational therapist? a. plans rehabilitative programs to relieve pain b. administers radiation to treat cancer c. plans rehabilitative programs to restore vocational and daily living skills d. plans and implements fitness programs c. plans rehabilitative programs to restore vocational and daily living skills A(n) may be found working directly with the dentist in the treatment area, making casts of the teeth from impressions, or scheduling appointments in the reception area. a. prosthodontist aide b. hygienist c. dental assistant d. orthodontist c. dental assistant Which of the following healthcare workers completes a one-year technical training program and can perform additional nursing tasks such as giving injections, monitoring catheters, and dressing wounds? a. certified nursing assistant b. certified professional nurse c. licensed vocational nurse d. medical resident c. licensed vocational nurse Which of the following occupations is available to an advanced practice nurse who has a master's degree? a. nurse practitioner b. registered nurse anesthetist c. certified nurse midwife d. All of the above. d. All of the above. Which of the following is not included in the normal care a nurse provides for a patient? a. observing the patient and recording those observations b. starting, maintaining, and discontinuing intravenous lines c. administering therapies and treatments d. diagnosing an illness d. diagnosing an illness Gowns, gloves, face shield, mask, and goggles are all considered ____. a. health and hygiene equipment b. personal protective equipment c. standard sterilization apparel d. None of the above. b. personal protective equipment When a person is apologetic and uses a tentative tone of voice in an attempt to avoid conflict, he or she is considered ____. a. assertive b. passive-aggressive c. passive d. aggressive c. passive People who are loud, use a demanding tone of voice, and use "you" statements to accuse or humiliate others are considered ____. a. passive-aggressive b. assertive c. aggressive d. passive c. aggressive Which of the following techniques should healthcare workers use when communicating with patients to encourage them to share information? a. open-ended questions b. "why" questions c. questions that can be answered with "yes" or "no" responses d. All of the above. a. open-ended questions Which of the following conditions requires the use of simple language and short sentences spoken slowly and clearly? a. cultural or generational barriers b. sensory impairments c. cognitive impairments d. environmental distractions c. cognitive impairments When working with a patient who has a(n) ____, you should face the patient as you speak to improve lip reading. a. speech impairment b. cognitive impairment c. hearing impairment d. visual impairment c. hearing impairment ____ apps allows physicians to dictate into a patient's record, check lab results, monitor a patient's vital signs, and e-prescribe from a smartphone. a. Point of care b. Consumer health c. Electronic health records d. Medical reference and education c. Electronic health records Which of the following healthcare apps includes food and exercise diaries, calorie trackers, and pedometer programs? a. medical reference and education b. point of care c. consumer health c. consumer health PHS Midterm Review IDEAL, a communication format used between therapeutic workers in the transfer and receiving of the handoff of care, stands for ____. a. Independent Diagnosis, Evidence, Assessment, Lateral changes b. Identify, Diagnose, Events, Anticipated, Leave c. Illness, Doctor of care, Evaluation, Antidotes, Labels d. None of the above. b. Identify, Diagnose, Events, Anticipated, Leave Specific positions for muscles and joints that help healthcare workers avoid injury during physical tasks are known as _. a. full posture extension b. body balance c. Fowler's position d. body mechanics d. body mechanics